Cats Medical Reference

Learn about megacolon, the most common cause of complete constipation in cats. Discover the symptoms of and the treatment for this condition.

Find out what you need to know about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Giardia in cats.

Find out about the feline parvovirus and how your cat can get it. Learn about the early-stage symptoms, the treatment available, and how to keep your pet safe.

An eosinophilic granuloma complex is a group of skin allergies that affect your cat. Learn more about the causes, types, and treatment of this condition.

An aural hematoma is the appearance of blood-filled swelling in your cat's earflap. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this condition.

Cryptococcosis in cats is a fungal infection primarily caused by bird feces. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this condition today.

Find out what you need to know about feline calicivirus. Learn what calicivirus is in cats, its symptoms, how to treat this condition, and how to prevent it.

Learn about the different types of deterrent for cats including digging barriers and scent repellents and the benefits they provide.

If your cat is sad, you may find it disturbing, but it’s not that uncommon. Find out what may be behind sadness in your cat and what you can do about it.

Get step-by-step tips for how to stop a cat from peeing inappropriately.

Learn about the different types of collars for cats, and which type is best for you.

Learn more about some of the cutest cat breeds, including Bengals, Abyssinians, and ragdolls, and how to make the right choice for you.

Get step-by-step tips for how to get cat pee smell out of clothes.

Get step-by-step tips for how to introduce your older cat to a kitten safely.

Learn what you need to look for if you're thinking about getting a cat fountain.

Learn what to look for when choosing this large cat toy.

Pet owners often wonder why their cat is jealous. Find out why it’s occurring, if there is anything you should do about it, and when to call a vet.

Learn what to look for when choosing a cat harness, whether it’s for travel or home.

There are some things you should know before you get a pet cat, including how to feed, care for and housetrain them.

Find out what causes cats to have allergies, how to tell if your cat suffers from allergies, and ways to safely treat them.

Learn why cats spray and how to treat urine marking in a single- or multi-cat household.

Learn about arthritis in cats including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatments, and more.

Learn what causes your cat to throw up and what you can do to prevent it. Find out when it’s time to call a vet.

Find out how cats get toxoplasmosis and pass the disease on to humans.

Learn essential concerns about newborn kittens including proper feeding, weight range, and carefulness and holding a newborn kitten.

Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of hyperthyroidism in cats.

Learn about behavior changes in old cats. As cats get older, they often have behavioral issues such as biting, anxiety, sleeplessness at night, confusion, and more.

Learn what causes your cat to chew cords and what you can do to train them not to. Find out when it’s time to call a vet.

Learn about the most important paw care tips including how to keep your feline’s paws injury free.

Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of cat herpes, including FVR and FHV-1.

Learn about cat bladder infections and UTIs in cats, including symptoms, causes, and treatments.

Learn about cat FIV, including the causes, symptoms, treatments, and transmission.

Learn about feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), including causes cats, fip symptoms, and treatments.

Find out how cats get rabies, what the symptoms of rabies are, and how to prevent this fatal disease.

Learn about what you should and should not do if your cat keeps you awake at night.

Is your cat skittish or shy? Learn how cats can develop certain fears and how to solve your feline’s shy behavior.

Learn about cat mange and scabies including symptoms, causes, and treatments.

Learn about what causes dehydration in cats plus how much water kitty needs and how to treat dehydration.

Learn how to control flatulence in cats and what might be causing it.

Learn about some of the most affectionate cat breeds for cat lovers and what makes them so great, including Abyssinians, Maine Coons, and Ragdolls.

Learn about weaning kittens from the beginning of this process to eventually introducing the kitten to solid food.

Learn how to train your kitten to come, sit, and more using repetition and treats.

Learn how to best introduce baby and kitty along with keeping both secure and safe and preventing your cat from injuring your baby.

Tips to help your cat transition to a new home.

Learn about high-rise syndrome in cats and preventing cat falls from high places. Also, learn what to do if this happens.

Learn how to discourage your cat from climbing on your tables, counters, and other furniture.

Learn how to safely clip your cat’s nails and how best to do it.

Learn about common fur problems in cats and how to take care of kitty’s fur by brushing and a healthy diet.

Learn about proper cat grooming including brushing your cat's fur, cat baths, and clipping your cat's claws.

Learn which cat breeds get asthma more often as well as symptoms, treatments, and causes of asthma in cats.