Cat health articles. Browse our health collection for common and uncommon cat health issues.
If you see an unusual raised growth on your cat’s skin, it could be a wart. While not as common as some other lumps and bumps, warts can occur particularly in older or immunocompromised cats. The lesions are usually benign and often caused by the feline papillomavirus(FPV). Warts in cats aren’t dangerous, but they should … Read more
Itchy cats are a common complaint in small animal practice. Many times, the cause of irritated skin in a cat is atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis in cats occurs when your kitty encounters an allergen in her environment. She may ingest, inhale, or contact a protein to which she’s allergic, and the immune reaction results in … Read more
Has your cat been scratching and grooming herself a lot recently? Many times, kitties that start itching and licking excessively have dermatitis. There are various causes of dermatitis in cats, and they can all cause your furry friend to become extremely itchy and uncomfortable. What is cat dermatitis? [with pictures] Simply put, dermatitis is an … Read more
It’s usually pleasurable to pet a cat. But when you encounter a lump under your furbaby’s skin, it can be concerning. Fortunately, there are also several benign reasons for lumps and bumps in cats – including cysts. Cysts are small growths under the skin that may contain fluid, dead skin cells, or semi-solid materials. They … Read more
“Doc, help. My cat is drooling and smells bad,” was an occasional complaint from one of my kitty parents. When I heard these words, I would tell the owner to bring their cat in for an exam and explain the possible causes of these particular symptoms. There are various reasons for the symptoms of cat … Read more
Occasionally in practice, I would examine a cat because the owner noticed it was sneezing and slobbering a lot. During the office visit, I would take time to counsel my clients about various reasons cats may drool and sneeze. Based on my exam findings and diagnostic tests, I recommended treatment plans designed to fit the … Read more
We expect dogs to drool, but can find it concerning in cats. In truth, some cats dribble a little saliva when they’re content and relaxed. If your kitty suddenly starts slobbering but is acting normal and still eating, should you be worried? Let’s look at the top reasons cats drool but act normal and keep … Read more
Your kitty has been lying around, lost interest in things, and drooling. Or maybe she’s not eating but keeps dribbling saliva. Should you be concerned? Drooling can point to medical issues in cats, so it shouldn’t be ignored. In this article, we’ll examine why cats drool, the top reasons that felines drool with lethargy or … Read more
Cats aren’t known for drooling in the same way as dogs. However, it’s possible that your feline friend will dribble a little saliva while you’re rubbing her chin or giving her a pet. Is this normal? Let’s examine why cats drool and how a person can help their cat with this condition. Never ignore a … Read more
While some cats may drool a little bit, it’s not normal for any kitty to drool excessively or continuously. Salivation and drooling is a common sign of certain medical problems. Let’s look at why cats drool and what you can do to help your fur-baby if she suddenly starts salivating. Before we start, consider reading … Read more