Cat Health and Wellness

Fleas are one of the most frustrating pests to encounter in your home. No matter how many pets you have or how often you keep them indoors, fleas can seem impossible to avoid as a … Read more

Caring for cats’ teeth needs to be done, no matter how much your cat dislikes it. However, as your cat advances in years, you need to consider the dangers of professional teeth cleaning in senior … Read more

If your cat’s eating lots of food yet remains thin, you’ll be concerned. We know that overindulging in food leads to weight gain, so it’s hard to understand how a cat could overeat but stay … Read more

More owners are switching to natural cat flea treatment alternatives. While various home remedies are used on cats, some don’t work, and others should be avoided because they’re toxic. To get rid of cat fleas … Read more

Mammals like cats can develop an allergic reaction to things they breathe in, eat, or touch. When it comes to litter allergy, behavioral cues provide a clearer picture. A cat has a litter allergy if … Read more

After a wound has been stitched, a cat may scratch the site of the incision because the shaved area becomes itchy as the hair grows back and the area heals. The cat may scratch its … Read more

When cats advance in years, they sometimes require help with cleaning their fur. As their joints become stiffer and energy levels diminish, older cats may no longer be able to lick themselves clean and remove … Read more

Have your cat’s gums turned black, or were they always dark? Black cats, in particular, often have black or dark-colored gums, but this is only a concern if the color of the gums has changed … Read more

Cats vomit regularly, but it’s concerning when they bring up undigested food. Vomiting and regurgitation are different: vomiting is from the stomach, while regurgitation is from the throat. Cats vomit after eating due to excessive … Read more

Cats love to hunt bugs, including cockroaches. When a cat’s predatory instincts are strong, it’ll eat the cockroaches they’ve caught. Can cats get sick from eating cockroaches? While cockroaches contain protein and vitamin B12, they’re … Read more

Cats love to hunt. If they see flies in the home, they’ll stalk, chase, and catch them. Some may even eat the fly. While this is unpleasant to humans, cats don’t realize that flies are … Read more

A cat’s stomach making noises after eating is normal, as strange sounds occur naturally as part of the digestive process. However, if your cat’s stomach is gurgling a lot, there may be an alternative explanation. … Read more

Like paw pads, cats’ noses change color due to external elements. Aging, exposure to sunlight, and food dyes can alter the shade of a cat’s nose. However, a change in the shade of nose leather … Read more

Your cat bringing up white, foamy vomit can be an alarming sight. So, it’s important to determine if your cat is purging its stomach constantly or occasionally. Other related symptoms are also key to an … Read more

Occasional gags and coughs are common when cats are eating food. However, if you find that your cat is gulping, gagging, coughing, having trouble chewing or swallowing frequently, it may have a health problem. If … Read more

Cats throw up for various reasons, and if it’s a one-off event, there’s no need to be concerned. The exception to this rule is if your cat’s vomit is brown. Brown vomit in cats can … Read more

Sudden changes to a cat’s body are not something that should ever be ignored, including color alterations to areas as small as the paw pads. A change to a cat’s paw pad color can be … Read more

For seemingly no reason, senior cats develop odd behaviors, such as yowling at night. The constant crying, meowing, screaming, and howling can become disturbing, especially when you don’t understand why your cat’s upset. The yowling … Read more

Chronic bad breath (halitosis) is a common problem in cats, but it’s not normal. Many owners attribute their cat’s fishy breath to their diet and blame stinky food for it. However, diet isn’t always the … Read more

Ringworm is a fungal infection that affects the deep layers of the skin. The fungi that cause ringworm are dermatophytes, which feed on the keratin found in a cat’s fur. All cats can get ringworm, … Read more

Scooting is a polite term for a pet dragging its butt along the floor. This behavior is common in dogs, but it also happens with cats. When a cat drags its bum across the floor, … Read more

We gush over doe-eyed Persian cats, but we wonder how healthy they are. After all, research suggests that flat-faced cats have more health problems than regular cats. Brachycephalic cats struggle to breathe because their squashed … Read more

The average 10-pound cat needs to drink 7-9 ounces of fresh water per day to normalize its body temperature, digest food, remove waste, and prevent dehydration. However, cats will be more reluctant to drink if … Read more

Cats never limp without a good reason. Even if your cat is not crying, don’t assume that it’s not masking its discomfort. Some cats become accustomed to pain and no longer react. Common reasons for … Read more

Many animals prey upon cats, and even more animals can hurt a cat, perhaps even mortally. Owners that allow their cats to free-roam should be aware of the risks that this entails. Potential predators are … Read more

The sudden loss of a beloved pet is a distressing event that many owners have experienced. There are many sad stories of cats dying, seemingly for no reason. Other owners tell of cats succumbing to … Read more

A cat walking in circles around you likely wants your attention. Circling is also a common feline greeting, especially when followed by bunting or rolling on the floor. There are medical issues that can lead … Read more

Dental problems (toothache, abscesses, bad teeth, inflamed gums, or a broken tooth) are common in cats. Most felines will experience tooth decay or gum disease at some stage, leaving the cat reluctant to eat as … Read more

Cats normally have two shedding seasons per year. The first happens after winter to shed the winter coat in readiness for the warmer weather. The second happens before fall to prepare for the growth of … Read more

Mobility problems in cats immediately present themselves. Consequently, cats with wobbly or weak hind legs will have trouble walking, climbing, and jumping. Back leg stiffness is most common in older cats, but it can also … Read more

Scabs on a cat’s head and body are unpleasant to look at and can make you feel concerned about your pet’s skin health. What’s more, a scab can easily become a scar if picked at … Read more

You’ve noticed a clear or colored discharge around your cat’s eyes. Eye discharge in cats is usually yellow or brown but can be black or green. You may even notice other symptoms, such as swelling … Read more

Most cats enjoy being stroked on the back, except when they feel ill or are injured. So, if your cat doesn’t want to be touched on its back, the chances are that it’s experiencing physical … Read more

Cats’ skin is thin and sensitive, which means that the skin on the lower back can easily dry out. If this area is scratched or irritated, this can lead to scaly skin, abrasions, cuts, and … Read more

Cats know that they need to cover up their poop and urine. This prevents the strong scent from being detected by predators. Cats are also clean animals that dislike being around dirt and filth. So, … Read more

Of all cats’ senses, their sense of smell is arguably the most important. Cats rely upon scent to seek out and establish territory, determine whether food is edible, and detect potential threats and foes in … Read more

A cat’s purring is often misunderstood. Many owners assume that a purring cat is a content cat, and silence is a warning that something is amiss. This may be true, but it is not a … Read more

We all hope that our cats live a long and healthy life, but aging takes its toll. In addition to physical concerns, a cat’s cognitive performance will start to deteriorate with age. By the time … Read more