Fleas are a very common problem for cats. The Big Flea Project in 2018 found that 28% of cats in the UK were infested with fleas. Cats of any age can be affected. If caught early, it’s easy to get rid of fleas. If left untreated, it can take longer to clear infestations, and cats […]
Ear mites are a common, highly contagious, tiny parasite. Cats become infested through direct contact with another infested animal or from the environment. Any cat can catch ear mites, but kittens are more susceptible. Ear mites are usually easy to treat. The ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) is a surface mite that lives on cats and […]
Dementia is a distressing disease affecting older cats. Symptoms include increased meowing, attention-seeking and disturbed sleep patterns. Around 55% of cats between 11 and 15 years old have symptoms of dementia and more than 80% of cats aged 16 or over. It can affect cats of any breed, sex or size. Dementia is a progressive […]
Cushing’s syndrome in cats is a disease caused by excess levels of the hormone cortisol. It is very rare in cats. It affects many organs and body functions and, in some cases, can be due to cancer. Cushing’s syndrome, or hyperadrenocorticism, happens when the adrenal glands produce too much cortisol. This disrupts normal metabolism and […]
Conjunctivitis in cats is often associated with cat flu infections. Most cases are not serious and clear with prompt treatment. Any breed or age of cat can develop conjunctivitis; however, it is more common in young cats and kittens. Conjunctivitis or “pink eye” is one of the most common causes of red, inflamed eyes in […]
Kidney (renal) disease in cats happens when their kidneys stop working properly. Kidney disease may be chronic (comes on gradually) or acute (sudden). Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the most common illnesses affecting cats. Cats of any age, sex or breed may develop chronic kidney disease, but it’s most common in older cats. […]
Cat flu is a viral illness that causes similar symptoms to human flu. This is a common and contagious disease that can also result in eye problems. In healthy cats, it is usually not serious, unlike in kittens and adult cats with underlying illnesses. Cat flu is also called Feline Upper Respiratory Disease Complex. Cats […]
BOAS refers to a group of conditions that result from abnormalities in the body commonly found in flat-faced breeds of cats such as Persian, Himalayan and Exotic short-hair. The health problems seen in cats with brachycephalic syndrome are different from the ones seen in dogs. BOAS stands for brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome but can also […]
The most common type of arthritis in cats is osteoarthritis. Cats rarely experience limping, as seen in dogs. Instead, they will typically exhibit changes in behaviour, activity levels, and routines. Arthritis in cats has been proven to be very common, especially in those older than 12 years. Arthritis is irreversible and causes progressive deterioration of […]
Acute kidney (renal) failure is a life-threatening illness. Cats of any age, breed, or sex can be affected. Acute kidney failure usually develops within a matter of days and symptoms become very serious very quickly. Acute kidney failure (injury) happens when the kidneys suffer damage and stop working. This leads to a build-up of fluid and […]
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