Most feline ear disorders are easily treatable and do not result in permanent hearing loss. Congenital issues in certain breeds of cats and age are the most common reasons for hearing loss. All white cats are especially prone to deafness. The most common issue is ear...
Heart disease is not as common in cats as it is in humans and dogs. The most common cause of a heart condition in a cat is a congenital defect. Anemia is a treatable, but serious condition which can be fatal to kittens. The most common causes are feline leukemia,...
Nearly 90% of all cats over 12 years of age develop arthritis or degenerative joint disease (DJD). Overweight cats may develop it even earlier. If your cats is slowing down and having trouble with the litterbox and/or grooming, she may have developed this painful...
A variety of body malformations can appear in cats, especially purebreds. Even the breed itself indicates an abnormality that may cause health issues. For example, Manx cats have little to no tails and are more susceptible to spinal issues, such as spinal bifida. Rex...
The single most important step in any weight-reduction program is acknowledging that obesity is unhealthy and that weight-reduction is necessary. Unless an owner is convinced that obesity is dangerous to their pet’s health, the commitment for weight reduction...
