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Bringing a new cat into the family can be an exciting experience. But just like children, they are

Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic lipidosis, is the overaccumulation of fat in the liver t

Renal failure is a relatively common progressive condition in senior cats, but it can occur suddenl

When your cat throws up clear liquid or water, it's often a sign of illness. The clear liquid y

Feline cerebellar hypoplasia is a neurological disorder that occurs when a cat's brain does not dev

Allergies are nearly as common in cats as they are in people. Foods, airborne irritants, and chemic

Polycystic kidney disease is an inherited, incurable disease that affects a cat's kidneys.

Pyometra is a serious uterine infection that affects unspayed female cats. It occurs within weeks o

Cats can get skin tags just like people do. Fortunately, most skin tags are nothing to worry about.

Hyperlipidemia is not as common in cats as it is in dogs and humans, but cats can have too much fat

A cat throwing up yellow liquid may indicate several health concerns from indigestion to kidney dis

Kittens are subject to many different diseases, just like any baby animal with an immature immune s

Cat eye infections can be uncomfortable and even painful. Cats can get eye infections for several r

Feline bronchitis, sometimes called feline allergic bronchitis or feline asthma, is caused by infla

Cystitis is not only a painful condition, it can also be dangerous. Cats that struggle to urinate o

Feline coronavirus (FCoV) is a common multi-strain virus that affects cats. It rarely causes seriou

Anal sac disease results from infected or inflamed anal glands and can be very painful for a c

While heart disease is considered more common in humans and pets like dogs, cats are still suscepti

Cats exhibit quirky behavior at times, but owners who know their cats' habits will easily recognize

Many cats and dogs can learn to coexist in peace through careful introductions and training. While

Rapid breathing (tachypnea) is not a disease in itself, but it can be a symptom of a potentially s

Not all cat owners may be familiar with giardiasis, but this infectious disease can cause serious s

Abscesses form as part of the body's response to infection or irritation. Essentially, they are

Just as in humans, cats often develop arthritis as they age. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage be

Anemia is not a disease on its own, but rather, is a sign that there is an underlying health proble

Kitten constipation may occur for several reasons. Kittens who cannot defecate are not only uncomfo

Ringworm is often seen in cats, even indoor cats. But despite the name, it doesn't involve any

When a cat's pupils are two different sizes, veterinarians call it anisocoria. This is consider

Neurological disorders sometimes occur in cats, just as they can in humans and other animals. As a

Cats throw up brown liquid for many reasons, and it can be associated with several health concerns.

Dry skin in cats can lead to flakiness, dandruff, itchiness, and general discomfort. It can also ma

Feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR), a type of herpes virus, is a common disease in cats that causes

Addison's disease is a disease of the adrenal glands. It causes decreased production of a vital ste

Conjunctivitis is a common eye problem in cats. There are two different kinds of conjunctivitis and

If you have a cold, you may wonder if your cat can get this illness too. While cats can be infected

Rabies is a deadly virus that damages the central nervous system of warm-blooded animals. This zo

Feline immunodeficiency virus, or FIV, is a virus in the same family as the human immunodeficiency

Feline calicivirus (FCV) is a common virus that usually causes upper respiratory infections in cats

Jaundice, also known as icterus, is a symptom of more serious diseases that causes parts of your ca

Brain tumors are a serious, albeit rare, type of cancer and can, unfortunately, affect cats. Since

Rodent ulcers are awful-looking sores that can appear on cats' lips, but they aren't usually seriou

Cat head shaking is often a sign of a medical condition. Whether it's an underlying ear infecti

Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome (FHS), commonly called rippling skin disorder, can be mistaken for no

Cat seizure medications are often used to control seizures and epilepsy in cats, but they're no

You are doing your normal scooping of the litter box and you notice drops of blood in your cat'

Coccidia may not be visible to the naked eye but that doesn't mean it can't cause problems

Upper respiratory infections are very common in cats, especially kittens and shelter cats. These co

Hip dysplasia is an orthopedic condition of the hip joint that, though uncommon, can affect ca

Feline chin acne is a fairly common skin condition in cats causing blackheads and blocked hair foll

Have you ever seen your cat sneeze? Like humans and other animals, sneezing is a normal thing if it

Kitten diarrhea is a fairly common problem with many potential causes. If your kitten has loose or

Gingivitis, an inflammatory disease of the gums, is common in cats. Most cats over three years old

If you notice your cat exhibiting unusual behavior or discomfort, especially in and around the mou

Struvite crystals in cats can form bladder stones in cats, resulting in painful elimination. They c

Renal amyloidosis is a potentially deadly disease resulting from an accumulation of abnormal protei

Cats are color blind, but they can likely see some colors. Color blindness comes in several forms a

Megaesophagus is a condition that can occur in cats of all ages and breeds, either as an acquired d

A gallbladder infection can occur in cats of any age or breed. It can develop suddenly with severe

Neoplasia in cats is the abnormal growth of cells within the body. This condition can affect cats o

Cats can get frostbite, just like people and other animals. Though their winter coats will protect

Kidney disease is a general term for many conditions that may affect kidney function in cats. The m

Is your cat losing weight? Unintended weight loss is usually a sign of an underlying health problem