Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common heart condition seen in cats. It causes abnormal thickening of the heart wall, making it harder for the heart to pump blood around your cat’s body. Most cats...
Lung diseases are common in cats and will often cause wheezing, coughing, and sometimes serious breathing difficulties. The most common lung condition in cats that I see as a veterinarian is feline asthma, which usually...
Feline aortic thromboembolism (FATE) is a medical emergency that usually affects middle-aged cats, most commonly males. It usually occurs as a result of underlying heart disease, although this is often undiagnosed. Unfortunately, many cats with...
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is unfortunately a very common illness seen in middle aged to older cats. With few treatment options other than dietary changes, it’s common for cat parents to ask if there are...
Heart disease is fairly common in older cats and in certain breeds, but there are many different conditions that affect the cardiovascular system by causing an enlarged heart. An enlarged heart cannot pump blood effectively,...
A vaginal discharge is any unusual substance coming from your cat’s vulva. The discharge might be white, creamy, or bloody – and if infection is present, it may be foul-smelling. It is an uncommon symptom...
Congestive heart failure (CHF) occurs when the heart is unable to pump enough blood around the body. This results in blood backing up in the vessels, and can cause fluid to build up in the...
Blood clot formation in cats is a very serious condition which requires rapid veterinary assessment and treatment. This is made difficult as commonly the presence of a blood clot may be unknown until it leads...
Sudden blindness in cats is very worrying for both you and your cat. You may have noticed your cat behaving strangely, vocalizing, bumping into things, or having trouble finding their food bowl. Some cats become...
A cat leaking urine around your home is sure to cause some complicated emotions. While you're concerned for your sweet pet's health, you're also frustrated with cleaning it all up and finding a solution. Meanwhile,...
Calcium is a highly important mineral for many systems in a cat's body. It plays a vital role in bone and teeth development, muscle contraction, milk production, metabolism, nerve conduction, and blood clotting. A low...
Mercury poisoning in cats is rare - thankfully far less common than it used to be. Despite its rarity, this type of poisoning can have serious, and sometimes fatal, effects in cats, even with treatment....
