Should You Feed Your Cat Vegetarian Cat Food?

There are many people who choose to live a vegetarian lifestyle. A vegetarian diet is a very healthy one for humans- however a lot of people try to take this one stage further by encouraging their pets to become vegetarian too. However, vegetarian cat food is not an ideal diet for your cat. Although humans [...]

Is Your Cat Overweight?

Cats are very similar to people in many ways. Just as it is important to watch what is going into your tummy, you also need to keep an eye on how much is going into your cat’s tummy. When people eat too much food, over time they can become overweight. Cats are the same- if [...]

Feline Peritonitis- The Silent Killer

Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a viral disease caused by a virus known as the Feline Corona Virus. There are over 40 viruses in the Corona family, and most do not cause disease if your cat is infected. However, in a small percent of cats infected by Corona Viruses, the infection can develop into FIP. [...]

Feline Vomiting- Some Common Causes

Most cats, even healthy ones, vomit from time to time. This is perfectly natural and doesn’t necessarily mean that there is anything seriously wrong with your cat. There are several non serious factors which may cause your cat to throw up. You may notice your cat bringing back a meal shortly after eating it; in [...]

Why Is My Cat Itching?

You may have noticed your cat itching a lot more than she normally does. There could be several reasons for this. Fleas are the most common cause of irritation in cats, and you should ensure that your cat is treated against fleas regularly. Fleas live by attaching themselves to your pet and sucking their blood. [...]

Cat Hairballs- Causes & Prevention

Cat hairballs are well known to all cat owners, and are an inevitable part of owning a cat. As cats groom themselves they ingest hair, which form balls in the digestive system. As hair cannot be digested, the hairballs, or trichobezoars as they are also called, either pass through the digestive system or are eliminated [...]

Ringworm In Cats; Treatment And Prevention

Treatment Feline ringworm can clear up naturally in time in otherwise healthy cats, but treatment is advised to cure it earlier due to infection risks to humans and other animals. A popular treatment is to wash the cat’s whole body using a lime sulfur shampoo. Cats should ideally be bathed every four to six days [...]

Feline Ringworm; Symptoms & Diagnosis

Feline ringworm is not actually caused by worms, but by a fungus which grows in the layers of the skin, nails or hair. The fungi are found in three different forms- Microsporum Canis, Microsporum Gypsum and Trichophyton. It is Microsporum Canis that is most commonly found in cats. Ringworm is contagious, and is spread from [...]

Cat Acne- What Is It & How Do I Treat It?

Cats can suffer from acne as well as humans, and feline acne is actually fairly common. It is caused when the hair follicles become blocked and debris accumulates, causing spots resembling blackheads to develop. These are found primarily on the cat’s chin and lips- your cat’s chin may appear ‘dirty’ or you may notice black [...]

Is Your Cat Sneezing Blood?

If you suddenly notice your cat is sneezing blood, your first reaction may be to panic- it can be quite distressing and frightening. However, it is likely that the cause is something quite simple. My sister’s cat started to sneeze blood one day and it was discovered that her cat had a long blade of [...]

Treatments For Cat Arthritis

It can be distressing to see our pets in pain, but there are treatments available to reduce your cat’s symptoms and improve her quality of life. Your vet may prescribe treatment such as Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs, or anti inflammatory drugs such as Corticosteroids, however they should only be used in certain situations as they can [...]

Does Your Pet Have Cat Arthritis?

Just like us, our cats can also develop arthritis as the result of cartilage and joint wear and tear. As in human arthritis, this causes the bones to rub together and causes joint pain and inflammation.

Have You Seen Your Cat Eat Grass? Why Does She Do This!

You have probably noticed your cat eating grass at some point, and have probably wondered why she does this. After all, cats are not vegetarian! You may have even started to panic a little, and worry that it might make her ill. However, eating grass is a natural part of your cat’s behavior. When a [...]

Cat Illness- Signs You Need To Watch For

As a caring cat owner, you will come to know your cat pretty well. As a result, you should also be able to spot when things aren’t quite right with her. In order to keep her as healthy as possible, you will need to keep a look out for signs of possible illness. These may [...]

Cat Constipation- What Can Cause This?

Cats suffer from constipation far more often than we may realize. Although particularly common in the older cat, this condition can occur in younger cats as well. Here are some of the most common causes of constipation in cats; Just like us, cats can become constipated for no real reason, although one of the most [...]

Cat Diseases- How Do I Keep My Cat Safe?

One of the most important things any cat owner needs to consider is that there are various diseases that once contracted by your cat will prove fatal. These diseases include FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus), Feline Distemper, rabies and Feline Leukemia. In addition there are other diseases such as urinary tract and respiratory infections that can [...]

Cat Not Eating- What To Do When She Won’t Eat

Generally, cats tend to regulate their food intake very well, but some times their appetite can become very poor and they can refuse to eat. The most common cause could be a health related problem such as digestive tract disease, infection or tumor. If your cat loses her appetite for no apparent reason, a visit [...]

Cat Spraying- How Do I Stop It?

If you have a problem with your cat spraying, there are several solutions you could try. For tom cats especially, the best way to stop them from spraying is to neuter them. Entire toms are far more likely to spray than castrated toms. If you would really prefer not to do this, then you must [...]

Cat Fleas- How Do I Get Rid Of Them?

Contrary to popular belief, cats do not scratch or bite themselves if they are bitten by fleas. It is an allergic reaction to the saliva of the fleas which may cause your cat to scratch and react. If she does not have this reaction to the flea’s saliva, you may not be aware that she [...]

Cat Health- Keep Your Cat Happy & Healthy

Keeping your cat healthy can seem quite daunting for the new cat owner, so here are some general tips; Get to know your cat and her usual behaviors. If these change suddenly for no apparent reason, this could be an indication of illness or disease. Take her to the vet to get this checked out. [...]