Cats can become ill for a variety of reasons, and many illnesses and diseases may result in similar behavior changes or other signs of illness in your cat. Paying close attention to the symptoms of a sick cat can help you to more quickly identify illness in your cat and diagnose and treat the problem before it can become more serious.  >> more

Before discussing why cats purr, let’s take a look at how cats purr. Most creatures have a way of expressing happiness. For humans it is laugher or, perhaps, a contented sigh. For canines a good tail wagging is the best way to express joy. Cats also have a way to express happiness and other emotions: by purring. But how, exactly, does it happen?  >> more

If your cat has diarrhea or is vomiting, but it goes away after one day, then a vet visit may not be needed. Just be sure to observe your cat carefully. If the symptoms continue longer than 24 hours, or if they go away and come back, then you should take your cat to the vet.   >> more

Cat scratch disease is transmitted to humans when a cat that is infected with the Bartonella hensalae virus passes that virus through a bite or scratch. Some experts think that the infection may have some connection to fleas. There is no evidence that a human can get cat scratch disease by being bitten by a flea that has also bitten an infected cat.  >> more

If your cat has blood in its stool on only one occasion, and otherwise appears to be eating, drinking and acting normally, the cause may simply be a minor gastrointestinal upset, such as eating too much, eating a unfamiliar food, or eating something that does not agree with him.  >> more

If you are thinking about getting a cat, or already have one, it is important to be familiar with some major cat health concerns. By being educated about common feline health problems, you can help to ensure your furry friend will have a long, healthy life with you.  >> more

The most common health problems in older cats include hyperthyroidism, renal disease and failure, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease and dental disease. Fortunately, all of these conditions can be managed with current veterinary medicine, allowing affected cats to live longer, healthier lives.  >> more

Cats are many things. Some are energetic, playful and loving. Others are lazy, grumpy and aloof. One thing that most cats are not, however, is complainers. What that means is that they don’t necessarily whine over every little ache and pain.  >> more

Brushing is the best way to help prevent your cat from developing hairballs. Remember that hairballs are formed by hairs that are swallowed while your cat is grooming herself.  >> more

The normal, healthy cat may routinely vomit once or twice a week as a rule, without any obvious medical reason. In most cases, cats that vomit occasionally without any other sign of illness are either doing so due to their eating habits, or due to hairballs.  >> more