Lung Cancer in Cats: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Like in humans, lung cancer in cats can be extremely serious, and as a pet owner, it can be a very scary time. Knowing what symptoms to look for and what happens after diagnosis will...
Cat Diseases and Medical Conditions
Pink Eye in Cats: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Pink eye is another word for conjunctivitis, or inflammation of the thin, moist tissue that lines the eyes and inner eyelids. Many different things can cause pink eye in cats, but infections are the most...
Cancer in Cats: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Cancer is a scary word whether in talking about our human loved ones or our feline friends. If your cat has been diagnosed with cancer, understanding some basics about it can be helpful in knowing...
Skin Cancer in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Unfortunately, our feline friends can be affected by many of the same cancers as us. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in cats, so it’s really important to know the signs to watch out...
Cat Dandruff: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
It seems cats are always grooming themselves, giving themselves a shiny and slick hair coat. So why is it that some cats have big white flakes of dandruff along their backs? The skin is composed...
Liver Cancer in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
A diagnosis of liver cancer, or even the suspicion of liver cancer, is a scary moment for any pet owner. Even as your veterinarian is gathering information, your mind is probably already racing ahead to...
Breast Cancer in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Breast cancer in cats is the third most common type of cancer in cats, with an incidence of around 17% of tumors in female cats. But while lymphoma and skin tumors are much more common,...
Cat Panting: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Though dogs pant all the time, panting (rapid breathing with the mouth open) is seen far less frequently in cats. Let’s look at some of the common causes of panting in cats and explore issues that...
Can Cats Have Down Syndrome?
Is it possible for cats to be born with Down Syndrome? This question was made famous by Monty the cat, who was born with facial structure and health problems that were similar to those that...
Cat Anal Gland Problems: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
This article aims to explain the issues relating to problems caused by anal glands or anal sacs in cats. What Are Anal Glands and Anal Sacs? The anatomical details here are important: The "anal sacs"...
Cat Throwing Up Foam: When to Worry
When you find yourself woken in the middle of the night by the sound of a gagging or vomiting cat, it can be difficult to think clearly. You may go stumbling through the house, looking...
Mouth Cancer in Cats: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
If your cat suddenly begins refusing food and acting uncomfortable around the mouth, there can be several possible causes for this change. In most cases, these signs are caused by treatable dental disease. In some...