Hookworms are just one type of gastrointestinal parasite (tiny organisms that live in your cat’s gastrointestinal tract, causing adverse health effects). Some other common intestinal parasites seen in cats include roundworms, tapeworms, coccidia, and Giardia. Intestinal parasites are...
Epilepsy is a syndrome that describes the situation where a cat has recurrent seizures (also known as convulsions or fits) at intervals that may be days, hours, or months apart. Epilepsy can affect small animals...
Gingivitis in cats is defined as “inflammation of the cat's gums”. The term “gingiva” means “gums” which are the pink mucous membrane covering the bones of the upper and lower jaws, surrounding the cat's teeth....
“Mange” is a general term that means an infectious skin disease characterized by intense itching, reddened skin, and alopecia (loss of hair), caused by parasitic mites. While mange is a type of dermatitis (i.e. inflammation...
Intestinal parasites, some of which are commonly referred to as “worms,” are unfortunately all too common in pet cats. These parasites live inside your cat’s body, where they can wreak havoc on your cat’s health....
As owners, we all know that cats love fish! But can cats eat tuna? Tuna is a well-known cat treat. Not so long ago, we had a wide variety of cat food at our disposal,...
Like people, cats become dehydrated when they lose more fluids than they can replace. Certain medical conditions in cats can cause dehydration. For example, with chronic kidney disease, more fluid is lost through the urinary...
Feline leukemia is also known as cat leukemia, with “leukemia” being spelled as “leukaemia” in some parts of the world. This is a serious and life threatening viral disease, and vaccinating young cats, in particular,...
Coughing in cats usually indicates a health problem. If you hear your cat coughing, it’s time to schedule a visit to the veterinarian. Many different medical conditions can cause coughing in cats, some of which...
Distemper is an old-fashioned general term that’s used to describe a serious infectious disease of dogs and cats that causes fever along with respiratory, gastrointestinal, and neurological symptoms. In dogs, distemper is caused by canine...
The Wicked Ball is a 100% automatic, hands-free pet toy that hops, rolls, and rattles itself around the house to keep your cat—or dog—active and entertained whether you’re at home or away. It’s a cool...
Pyometra in cats, defined as an infection of the uterus, is nothing to play around with. It is life-threatening and requires immediate and aggressive treatment. Without treatment, cats with pyometra can become extremely ill and...
