Cats
Scabies in cats: causes and treatment
Scabies in cats is an extremely contagious disease that almost any animal can catch. At risk are primarily stray cats and those that are on the free range. Pets rarely suffer from scabies,…
Eczema in cats: symptoms and treatment
Cats, like people, not only suffer from infectious or parasitic diseases, but also experience skin problems. Representatives of the cat family suffer from dermatitis of various etiologies, fungal infections, allergic reactions to food…
Hot ears in a cat: norm or pathology
Any cat owner should carefully monitor the health of their pet and attend preventive examinations at a veterinary clinic. But sometimes the symptoms of a disease are so unobvious that you can not…
Cucumber tapeworm, or dipilidiosis, in cats: causes, symptoms and treatment
The cucumber tapeworm, or Dipylidiidae Hymenolepidate, is a tapeworm (cestode) that parasitizes the cat’s small intestine. The larvae of this worm look like cucumber seeds, which is why it got its name. How…
Rhinotracheitis in cats: causes, symptoms and treatment
Feline herpes, also known as rhinotracheitis, is a viral disease caused by the Feline herpesvirus (FHV-1) pathogen. It mainly affects the eyes, throat, and nose, and its latent strain occurs in most cats.…
Inflammation of the third eyelid in a cat: causes and treatment
The third eyelid in a cat is not just an aesthetic problem. This can be a serious pathology leading to various diseases, as well as a decrease in vision in an animal. The…
Hypoglycemia in cats: causes and treatment
Blood sugar, or rather glucose, is one of the main sources of energy in the cat’s body. But what if your pet’s blood sugar drops sharply? It is glucose that ensures the normal…
Ascaris in cats: symptoms and treatment
Roundworms Toxocara cati and Toxocara leonina are large roundworms belonging to the parasitic family. They affect representatives of the feline family and are transmitted through the ingestion of roundworm eggs. How to determine…
Liver disease in cats: symptoms, nutrition and drugs
Liver disease in cats is one of the most common organ dysfunctions. It is important for cat owners to be aware of how these issues can affect a furry friend’s life. Hill’s experts…
What vaccinations do kittens need and at what age are they given?
Kitten owners have to go through a number of important stages: the first appearance in the house, accustoming to the tray, getting to know other pets and many others. Assuming a new role…