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Vomiting and diarrhea are common complaints from cat parents. When I speak with concerned clients about their kitty’s symptoms, I explain that some causes of vomiting and diarrhea can be treated at home, but others require veterinary attention. In this article, we’ll explain the top causes of vomiting and diarrhea and cats, review the best … Read more
The color of a cat’s poop can provide important information to caregivers and veterinarians. Normal cat poop should be a similar color to milk chocolate and soft to firm in texture. Most cats will pass poop once or twice a day.
Black cat poop is commonly associated with gastrointestinal bleeding, which has a number of pathologies from mild to life-threatening.
Occasionally in my veterinarian practice, I would see a cat with sores, wounds or bald spots on the neck. I would explain the different reasons and treatment options for sores, bald spots, and other lesions. In this article, we will look at the top causes of these skin issues (including infections or skin parasites), what … Read more
When I was in practice, I often saw cats with skin disorders. At the top of the list of dermatologic diseases for cats are skin infections. In this article, I’ll cover the major skin infections in cats so you can recognize them and give your kitty the help she needs. Most skin infections are caused … Read more
While I was in practice, I would see cats with diarrhea every few weeks. Sometimes a loose stool was the only symptom owners saw. I soon learned there are a variety of reasons cats can have runny poop when they’re acting normally or when they seem fine. In this article, you will learn about the … Read more
It’s always concerning when a new lump pops up on your cat. Especially when it happens overnight. Some lumps grow over a long period, while others grow fast. In my practice, bumps caused by allergic reactions, infections, and cancer are the most common types of lumps or bumps that appear suddenly. However, other lumps can … Read more
“Doc, I found a new lump on my cat’s back when I was petting her…should I be worried?” Sometimes in practice, I would receive a call or visit from a concerned client asking about a new bump. I would explain that the major reasons for bumps in the area of the tail and back include … Read more
Sometimes in practice, I would receive a call from a concerned client because their cat suddenly had a bump or scab on their nose. I would explain to the owner that because cat noses are more exposed than other parts of the body, they’re more sensitive and lesions are more visible. Fortunately, nasal bridge sores, … Read more
Seeing your cat having a seizure is scary for owners. Sometimes identifying seizures is straightforward, but the symptoms of seizures can also be challenging to recognize. Unresponsiveness and full-body twitching (convulsions) are typical examples of seizures. However, other forms include twitching on one part of the body or unusual behaviors like vocalizing or excessive drooling. … Read more
What is a cyst, and why does it need to be drained? A cyst is a small, non-cancerous, pimple-like growth on the skin. There are several types of cysts in cats (Read our article: Types of Cysts in Cats – With Pictures) The most common type of cyst found in cats is a sebaceous cyst. … Read more