Horner’s syndrome in cats describes a combination of symptoms, it is not a disease in itself. Symptoms arise from damage to part of the autonomic nervous system, called the sympathetic nervous system. This part of...
Most cat owners have, at some point, likely encountered their cat showing interest in bleach cleaning products. Cats often rub themselves against, sniff, purr at, and roll on anything that has been cleaned with bleach....
Reverse sneezing is when nasal irritation causes cats to rapidly suck air in through their noses, making loud snorting sounds. It is also called inspiratory paroxysmal respiration. It's the opposite of a regular sneeze where...
Eyes are sensitive structures - and we all know the distress that we feel if we have a painful eye. Cats are no different, and painful, diseased or injured eyes can swiftly deteriorate, so seeking...
Most cats don’t like thunderstorms and there are several good reasons for this. Thunderstorms are loud with sudden flashes of bright light. This is scary for some people, so for a cat, with their sensitive...
Melatonin is a hormone that may be supplemented for cats, especially to help with sleep problems and behavioral disorders. In this article, you’ll learn what melatonin is, some indications it may have for cats, side...
Mastitis in cats occurs when a mammary gland (breast tissue) becomes enlarged and inflamed. Cats have eight mammary glands, and mastitis can affect just one gland or multiple glands at once. It can be a...
As cat owners, we’re very familiar with finding cat hair around the house. As cats shed their fur, it’s left on furniture, bedding and flooring. However, something that we’re less accustomed to finding is cat...
Cats display quirky and amusing behaviors that leave us puzzled. A feline may head press or bump against us to communicate reassurance, friendliness and to deposit their scent. Yet it is abnormal when your cat...
Some big cats, like tigers, are known to enjoy a dip in the water to cool off or hunt prey. But most domestic cats – despite a fascination with dripping taps – seem to avoid...
Cats love to bask in the sun. But you might have noticed that, despite the heat, your cat doesn’t get sweaty. In fact, unlike dogs, they don’t seem to pant either. So, if they don’t...
Cats are adventurous and curious pets. Unfortunately, their curiosity can sometimes cause them to get injured. Tail injuries in cats are a common occurrence and one that I see regularly as a vet. Cats, particularly...
