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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Caring for cat with suspected FIP | 2/9/2012 |
| Q: I sought vet care when my cat's abdomen appeared to be expanding sideways, with one side protruding ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your kitty. The fact that she's regaining weight sounds encouraging. I ... | |
| Feeding sick cat (histoplasmosis) | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: Resending my question with link to previous post: Hi! I read Dulce's posting on how she was ... A: I have no problem with what Dulce is feeding her cat, although I would probably replace the ... | |
| cats birth | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: i woke this morning to find my queen has given birth to 1 kitten sadly not alive but not sure if it ... A: If your cat seems to be resting comfortably, you may wait as long as 6 hours. Labor often resumes ... | |
| 1 month old kitten | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: She climbs into the water bowl with all four paws but refuses to eat or drink alone, my fiancee ... A: She needs to see a vet, immediately. At this young age, they are subject to hypoglycemia if they ... | |
| Spayed Cat in Heat? | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: About three weeks ago, I found a little kitten freezing in the cold outside of where I work on a ... A: An ear tip would seem to be evidence enough that she's spayed, but the vet should be able to feel ... | |
| pee problem cat | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: i've read the article about giving prozac to cats, but here in Belgium this is not yet in use by the ... A: When my cat was on Prozac, he took 10mg a day. That's the best advice I can give you regarding the ... | |
| back nerves | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: I have a male neutered cat that has been in the house for a year now. He was a stray before that. I ... A: I would imagine that he's suffering some sensitivity along his back because of the skin condition ... | |
| Unexplained death of cat | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: Hoping you might be able to help, though appreciate it will only be an opinion. My cat died a year ... A: I would suspect that your cat had a severe cardiac arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat. These can be ... | |
| off-white balls drop out of my cats | 1/31/2012 |
| Q: my cats "5years& 3years" recently have small off-white balls drop out of them, it doesn't drop from ... A: What you're seeing are tapeworm segments. These are actually egg sacs from a large worm that is ... | |
| Is my Himalayan in pain? | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: I will be as accurate and brief as possible. One of my kitties is a 9 year old male Himalayan named ... A: Anytime a behavioral change takes place, it's wise to have a vet do a check up. Because your kitty ... | |
| Discolored skin | 1/27/2012 |
| Q: I'm a travel RN and my indoor cat was exposed to fleas. She was very sensitive to them loss of hair ... A: Skin can become discolored as the result of scarring, or during the healing process of dead skin, or ... | |
| My cat refuses to eat but drinks lots of water after bladder infection | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: Jessica I took my 6yr old female cat to our vet last week, because I noticed she sit in her litter ... A: If there is evidence that she is still battling an infection, it's perfectly safe to give her a ... | |
| My cat refuses to eat but drinks lots of water after bladder infection | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: Jessica I took my 6yr old female cat to our vet last week, because I noticed she sit in her litter ... A: Meloxicam should not cause any kidney issues at this point. However, your vet should have prescribed ... | |
| pregnant cat | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: Can a tape worm and round worm infestation interfer with a six month old cat from delivering her ... A: It is possible to interrupt labor. If the kitty feels too stressed to deliver, this can halt the ... | |
| Neutured cat | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: We have recently taken in a stray male cat approximate. 1 year old...How can we tell if this cat has ... A: A neutered male will not have any testicles, but an in tact male will have very visible testicles by ... | |
| 9 Year Old Cat Losing Weight | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old red and white tabby cat. About 3 weeks ago I ran into some financial ... A: It's tough to say if this is the right diagnosis. If the bullying has been consistent, I would not ... | |
| cat dandruff | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: my cat has developed a lot of dandruff on his back . It gets heavier towards the tail. His coat ... A: It's good to keep up with the brushing. I recommend using a brush with rubber tips on the bristles ... | |
| pregnant cat | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: Q: my cat is give or take 9 weeks pregnant (first litter) She has been getting into the bottom of ... A: It sounds like she has entered the preliminary stages of labor. From your description, I don't see a ... | |
| Stray with an injured paw | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: I have a small colony of strays I have been feeding and caring for. They are a bit skiddish but some ... A: If it's only been broken or stepped on, chances are very good it will heal with time, well enough ... | |
| cat trouble | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: my cat luna is having trouble breathing through her nose and it worries me can u tell me why?????? A: Most breathing problems in cats are caused by upper respiratory infections, or "kitty colds." They ... | |
| found kittens | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: On the last 4th of July, we found 4 kittens while walking along a country road__Actually they found ... A: It's difficult to say if this is of any concern. I would tend to think that if a physical exam has ... | |
| cat acne & missing fur! | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: First off, I have two cats. I recently noticed that both of them have tiny black flecks on their ... A: Switching to stainless steel bowls will likely be enough to resolve the feline acne, but be sure ... | |
| Cat Labor | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I am a Vet tech and right now to be honest I am a little worried. My mother's 2 year old female cat ... A: Yes, this is true. When an animal is pregnant and then conceives a second pregnancy, the phenomenon ... | |
| feline roundworm | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have just rescued a 8 lb. 3 year old cat from the Humane Society. From day one Luna had diarrhea, ... A: The Milbemax actually does not need to be repeated in order to treat roundworm infections. It only ... | |
| Cat breed | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I have a solid blue cat that has had a few litters of kittens...she usually has at least one Siamese ... A: Jax is amazing! Outside of planned purebred lines, he is indeed very rare. Although it is not his ... | |
| excessive meowing | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old female Siamese cat who is beautiful but very loud and demanding. She is very ... A: Is this kitty spayed? Siamese are known to be very vocal, but the fact that she's more vocal in ... | |
| Lymphoma, when to put her down | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I am so happy I found your site. My almost 13 year old tabby was diagnosed last summer with ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your kitty. Cancer is such a horrible diagnosis. Unfortunately, once you ... | |
| Help! Bertie Boo Boo's got a big black scab | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: Please can you offer some advice. I have a 3 year old Ragdoll with a catagory 4 heart murmour, but ... A: To me it sounds likely that Bertie Boo Boo has feline acne that has become infected. Feline acne is ... | |
| Stray Cat | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: I've seen a stray cat (or at least I think it's a stray, I've seen it twice now, and I've never seen ... A: First, I would try to be sure he IS a stray by asking neighbors if they know who the cat belongs to ... | |
| Cat after catheterization | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: My 9 year old cat went into the after hours urgent care today and had a catheterization for a ... A: He probably received plenty of fluids prior to leaving the vet's office to keep him hydrated for a ... | |
| Cats blue eyes turning pink | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I noticed one evening that my cat's outer edge of his iris was turning pink. I took him to the vet, ... A: The Siamese eye almost entirely lacks pigmentation, and if any inflammation is present, this can ... | |
| Queen Anxiety | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: We had a female cat dumped at our office yard several months ago. The boys started to feed her she ... A: Sadly, this is part of losing the little ones. There is little we can do to comfort them. But as ... | |
| kitten with bad upper leg or hip | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: We recently took over the care of 2 kittens[approximate 4mos old]due to an incident where one of the ... A: It’s inadvisable to wrap or splint a leg unless a vet has confirmed exactly what is wrong. ... | |
| constant diarrhea | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old male cat that has had diarrhea for more than two weeks now. We took him to ... A: Boiled chicken breast and white rice is actually a very well accepted diet for cats who are ... | |
| Should we rehome our cat? | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: We have a 3 1/2 year old male cat called Jack. Jack has FLUTD and is prone to painful and at times ... A: I'm sorry to hear of Jack's condition. Unfortunately, I think it will be very difficult to find a ... | |
| ill cat | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: My cat is female, spayed and approx. 5 yr. old. She has severe skin trouble, itching and licking ... A: Although excessive thirst and urination are common with both kidney issues and diabetes, it would ... | |
| Is it okay to use two flea medicines at the same time? | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: My kitten (6 months old) Dewey, has had a bad flea problem ever since I rescued him at 6 weeks old. ... A: Yes, it's okay to use these two together. However, be sure not to bathe Dewey anymore once you apply ... | |
| Prevent cat from coming into heat | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: We have a cat who is not yet a year old and has come into heat 3 times. We had her scheduled to be ... A: Truthfully, the best thing for her is probably to allow her to continue to go into heat as long as ... | |
| Cat feeding issue | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 kitties who are 9 years, 2 years, and 12 weeks. My oldest girl was an orphan who was found ... A: I certainly feel for you! I have resorted to free feeding for this exact reason. Cats would throw up ... | |
| Introducing two adult female cats. | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: I have recently adopted an adult female cat after the death of my old male cat just over 2 months ... A: You don't want to reward any negative behavior with praise, although calmly speaking to the cats can ... | |
| Cat heart | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: No murmur or irregular sounds at exam this week. X-ray shows enlarged right side taken in sept ... A: I really don't know that I would put him through the stress and risks of an echo. Most of the time, ... | |
| wet cat | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old neutered cat and he has started losing hair on stomache but the odd thing is ... A: I haven't seen the cat, and I'm no vet, but I'm going to guess that your cat is wet all the time ... | |
| Introducing two adult female cats. | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: I have recently adopted an adult female cat after the death of my old male cat just over 2 months ... A: Sadly, ss you have learned, cats sometimes leave home when they become upset. If it's impossible to ... | |
| Cat 14 months pregnant or not? | 11/14/2011 |
| Q: My little girl had her first heat cycle in September and managed to escape,she went missing for ... A: It's often very difficult to determine whether cats are pregnant without a solid test. This time of ... | |
| rescued sick himalayan cat | 11/14/2011 |
| Q: I rescued a neutered male Himalayan from the middle of the road. He came rite to me and is very ... A: If he has tested negative for Feline Leukemia and Feline AIDS, he should not be a major threat to ... | |
| Cat heart | 11/14/2011 |
| Q: No murmur or irregular sounds at exam this week. X-ray shows enlarged right side taken in sept ... A: I'm so sorry to hear you're going through this. The poor little guy! Did he have a heart worm test ... | |
| weaning kitten | 11/14/2011 |
| Q: I have adopted a kitten that was found in a at approximate 2 weeks old. She will be 5 weeks ... A: She can be introduced to water in a shallow saucer or by syringe at any time. If she wants to drink ... | |
| Update about a cat with Histoplasmosis | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: Let me present Baby Draw to you, he is one of the cats in the colony that I feed and take care of ... A: Dulce is the perfect name for you! These cats are so lucky to run into you! You have the patience ... | |
| Vestibular attack in pregnant cat | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: a little over a month ago I suspected that my cat got pregnant. Her nipples had turned pink, her ... A: Some causes of vestibular disease can be harmful to kittens. These would be infectious causes. The ... | |
| Dying Kittens | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: My friend has a cat that has had babies twice. Each time the kittens have died. They stop eating, ... A: I'd be very suspicious that the mother may be carrying the feline leukemia or feline AIDS virus. ... | |
| Separating Cats | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: I am moving out of my current residence soon, and I am wondering about my cat. My current roommate ... A: The best thing you can do to reduce the stress on your kitty is to establish a routine in the new ... | |
| Fear or aggression? | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: We bought two brothers two years ago and raised them together, they got on really well and ... A: The older cat's behavior is normal, but you are right to take the introduction very slowly. Cats ... | |
| Neutering a stray | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: We have a stray male cat who has been coming around for the past five years. We feed Smokey when he ... A: The right thing for THIS cat is to have him neutered. It will reduce his testosterone levels, ... | |
| premie kitten and constipation... | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a kitten born roughly end of sept/11 due only mid oct/11. Only survivor in a littler of two. ... A: Because she's so constipated right now, you need to give the kitten an enema. This should consist of ... | |
| thick scab on neck | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an 8 week old kitten which I have had to nurse to health because mamma didn't have enough ... A: There are so many causes of skin problems that only a vet could say. If you happened to apply a flea ... | |
| Introducing a new cat | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: Currently we have a 1 1/2yr old neutered male cat (tuxedo type)that is usually really easy going in ... A: With limited information and without physically observing the behavior, to me, it sounds like your ... | |
| small lump found on my cat please help... | 11/3/2011 |
| Q: Please please help i have just found a small lump about the size of a pea on my 17 yr old female ... A: Unfortunately, lumps are something that have the potential to be dangerous enough that it's always ... | |
| grumpy male cat! | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: long winded one for u here - we have an adult male called theo who is approx 2yrs old, when he was ... A: People certainly do take in cats that don't need to be taken in! Especially the pretty ones. Perhaps ... | |
| my cat | 10/31/2011 |
| Q: my female cat is 4 months old.My male cat is 2 months .Can he get my female cat pregnant.please ... A: Not yet. In about two months, you will need to begin to worry. Males mature younger than females, ... | |
| grumpy male cat! | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: long winded one for u here - we have an adult male called theo who is approx 2yrs old, when he was ... A: I actually agree with your daughter that it would be best to keep your male in. Cats in unhappy ... | |
| cat dierrhea | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: my female cat now about a year and half old has developed a pattern of on and off diarrhea that ... A: It's extremely rare, but adhesions along the intestines, caused by scar tissue, can occur from a ... | |
| Mmillee's small liver | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: I had my cat into the vet a couple times in the last week as she has been favoring her left ... A: Sorry to hear about your kitty! Being born with an under-sized liver isn't necessarily something ... | |
| 8 Week old kitten | 10/27/2011 |
| Q: We are watching a kitten for somebody for the weekend, and the kitty seems sick. He seems lethargic, ... A: I don't recommend giving pumpkin seeds for deworming right now, for a number of reasons. These are a ... | |
| cleft lip in kitten | 10/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a stray kitten that we have adopted. He mother had her in our garage. She has a cleft lip. ... A: Minor hare lips, called primary cleft palates, aren't always necessary to repair. Sometimes they do ... | |
| cat labor has stoped | 10/26/2011 |
| Q: My cat was in labor last night she had 2 kittens and her labor has stopped she has more kittens in ... A: There is nothing you can do from home to help her resume labor. Sometimes cats do have a break in ... | |
| Mother cat - nipples hurt | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: My one-year-old female cat recently gave birth to a litter of kittens. It was her first litter and ... A: Unfortunately, cats grieve much like humans do, and as with people, there is not too much we can do ... | |
| phantom pregnancies in cats | 10/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a cat who is 14 months old i got her from a rescue centre and she had been spayed about 6wks ... A: Pseudopregnancies are extremely uncommon in spayed cats, but not impossible. Spaying can alter the ... | |
| Cat had kittens 8wks ago | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: My cat had kittens 8wks ago.She recently stopped nursing them.Her stomach is now lumpy and like ... A: The mammary area will often feel lumpy on a cat after she weans a litter. The tissue takes some time ... | |
| Quivering Eyes | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a Siamese mix breed whose vibrant blue eyes sometimes quiver. Sometimes he acts like he can't ... A: It sounds like your cat is exhibiting a common trait among Siamese, known as nystagmus. This is ... | |
| Can cats pass | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: I have two indoor cats, one male & one female. The male is approximately 17 years old (rescue cat, ... A: Rae, I'm so sorry to hear this. What a strange and unfortunate coincidence that both cats seemed to ... | |
| Petit Mal Seizures | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: We've got a two-year-old mixed named Fancy. A few nights ago, she had two grand mal seizures within ... A: It's uncommon for idiopathic epilepsy (meaning epilepsy that has no underlying cause) to result in ... | |
| Feeding | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: I have 4 cats and they all like different foods. This is getting ridiculous and too expensive to ... A: Generally, if a cat gets hungry enough, he'll eat any food that's available. But this isn't the ... | |
| Can cats pass "stomach flu" to each other? | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: I have two indoor cats, one male & one female. The male is approximately 17 years old (rescue cat, ... A: Cats do pass stomach bugs to one another. Most stomach bugs that cause vomiting have to pass on ... | |
| Cat scratching/re-opening a scab over and over | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: My kitty Molly, who is about 3 years old and a petite "tuxedo" short hair kitty, has a ... A: The cone might be your only solution if it's strictly behavioral, but first, I would have her ears ... | |
| Rescue pregnant cat | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: Two days ago I rescued a feral pregnant cat. She was social to me then, since I had fed her for 3-4 ... A: A pregnancy can be at risk due to stress, but it is not common for cats to miscarry because of this. ... | |
| Newborn Kitten | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a six day old kitten that I rescued from my yard, mom abandoned her at just 1 day of age. ... A: Miracle looks extremely healthy to me, and I would not be very concerned with the amount of formula ... | |
| Cat Jaw clicking | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: my cat woke up a little bit ago and his jaw kept clicking with a little bit of drool around his ... A: This can indicate mouth pain, which can be caused by a number of things, ranging from a viral ... | |
| Overwhelming Guilt: Did I neglect and inadvertently kill our cat? | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: [Private note: I hope my question is picked. I will definitely read it. It will NOT be one of the ... A: First, I'm so sorry about the loss of your kitty. He was obviously very special to you. I know the ... | |
| I think she's pregnant | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: I moved into an apartment this spring and have found that there are many stray/feral cats. Among ... A: It's possible for the kitten to be pregnant, although she is extremely young. Most cats don't go ... | |
| Caring for a post-op depressed kitten | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: Yesterday we picked our 4.5 month old kitten up from the vet. She was pregnant and too little to ... A: A lot of vets send home cats with an e-collar, but I have never known a cat that would tolerate one. ... | |
| Cleft Palate | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: I had a litter of kittens born 5am on September 30th. When I was examining them tonight, I noticed ... A: Oh, I'm sorry to hear this. Cleft palates are not usually "familial", which means a deformity that ... | |
| Cleft Palate | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I had a litter of kittens born 5am on September 30th. When I was examining them tonight, I noticed ... A: Cleft palates are among the more common deformities in kittens. A secondary cleft palate, when there ... | |
| my gorgeous amriss'' | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: Statement first maybe it will help you to guide.my kitty is bout 2yr 6months,she was in a very bad ... A: I don't have a lot of knowledge about holistic treatments for these issues. However, both stomatitis ... | |
| Bengal cat behaviour | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: Why does our female Bengal cat constantly groom herself to the extent that she has bald patches and ... A: I think there is a good chance your Bengal is suffering from anxiety. Cats with an anxiety disorder ... | |
| Catching feral kittens | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I just read your answer in response to someone who is trying to trap, spay/neuter, and release feral ... A: I'm glad you were able to reunite mama and babies. This is always the best case scenario, and one ... | |
| My cats health after having Kittens | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: My Cat just had kittens, she had gotten out for about a week and came home pregnant. She had four ... A: You should have mama checked out by the vet. This might be allergy-related, and a cortisone ... | |
| Orphan Kitten Care | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: Okay, I'll try to shorten this longs story: My sister found 3 orphan kittens by her house (there's ... A: What a cutie-pie! The only difference between feral cats and domesticated ones is that ferals have ... | |
| Lump On My Cats Throat | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: I found a lump on my cats throat this morning and I hadn't notice it before but I haven't seen him ... A: This is possibly an abscess, but it certainly is something that needs to be examined by the vet. An ... | |
| FCV in breeder cat | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a himalayan breeder cat who was infected with FCV, initial illness was about 2 weeks and she ... A: Nearly all cats are carriers of calici virus. Considering this is the case, there is no real reason ... | |
| TRAPPING FERAL CATS/KITTENS | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: I AM A HUGE ANIMAL LOVER AND BELIEVE STONGLY ON SPAYING AND NEUTERING YOUR ANIMALS. HOWEVER AT ... A: This is a very tough line of work. People who don't have any experience with it think working with ... | |
| Cat won't eat | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: My cat Fletcher is about 7-8 years old. He has a history (approx 4-5 years ago) of UTI. He has ... A: Sorry your kitty is feeling so poorly. There are two major conditions that come to mind that I would ... | |
| Catherter stuck | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: Our cat had a blockage and red robin was placed and he was sent home,with instructions to flush ... A: I have never in all my time heard of anyone instructed to pull out a catheter at home. In fact, the ... | |
| Old cat & bad behaviour | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 cats. They are 19 and 20 years old. My immediate problems are with the oldest of the two, ... A: The first thing I would recommend is having a urinalysis done on him. Most times, cats who urinate ... | |
| Introducing my cat to my parents animals | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: I have recentlly moved back home with my parents, they have a 5 yr old female cat and a 6 yr old ... A: You should keep your cat completely isolated in one room for the first several days until she is ... | |
| Tiny Manx rescue kittens - please help! | 9/20/2011 |
| Q: I am taking in two rescue kittens of 13 weeks in two days, they will be introduced to my cat ... A: In most of my cases, the kittens turned out to have feline leukemia or a condition called FIP. FIP ... | |
| Sick kitten | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: 2 days ago i found an orphaned kitten in a shed, it appears to be roughly 4 or 5 weeks old. it has ... A: The poor little one! At this age, roundworms can be a problem for kittens. If a vet is available to ... | |
| Tiny Manx rescue kittens - please help! | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: I am taking in two rescue kittens of 13 weeks in two days, they will be introduced to my cat ... A: I would be concerned about the small size of the kittens. It should not have to do with the breed. ... | |
| Squeek | 9/18/2011 |
| Q: My dearest Jess:After three different visits to different vets at considerable cost and not a single ... A: Oh Len! I'm sorry to hear that! I wish I had a good person to refer you to, as well. There's nothing ... | |
| my snow spotted bangel | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: my husband and i just purchased a snow spotted bangel. we have had her about 2 months now and all ... A: The first thing to do is definitely to have this kitty checked out by a vet to rule out medical ... | |
| Cat running without control | 9/9/2011 |
| Q: I have an adult, male Persian cat. His name is Darcy. I don't know how old he is because I inherited ... A: Yes, isoflurane gas is generally considered the safest form of anesthesia and is good to use when ... | |
| Older cat seizures | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I've taken my cat to the vet 3 times, she is 15 and her blood work says all is normal and healthy. ... A: You know your cat better than anyone - you observe her behavior every day and you see what these ... | |
| My cat has multiple bumps around his throat area.... | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I love my cat very much, so I scratch and pet him every day. Until a week ago I noticed a bump on ... A: It's the best idea to get your kitty to the vet whenever you discover something that isn't usually ... | |
| Cat running without control | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I have an adult, male Persian cat. His name is Darcy. I don't know how old he is because I inherited ... A: If the vet ran blood tests, a glucose test would have been included, so this should have ruled out ... | |
| giardia coccidia | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: I took home a kitten who turned out to have giardia/coccidia 3+. It is all cleared up now, after ... A: His undercoat will not grow as long as his guard hairs. The guard hairs serve a bit of a sensory ... | |
| How do cats show love? | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I hope this doesn't sound like a silly question, but how do you know if your cat loves you? How do ... A: This is a controversial subject, actually! Since science will never be able to prove that cats love ... | |
| giardia coccidia | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I took home a kitten who turned out to have giardia/coccidia 3+. It is all cleared up now, after ... A: Any illness can DEFINITELY affect the coat condition very severely, especially ones that cause ... | |
| Bengals | 9/3/2011 |
| Q: We have 5 year old bengal sisters. One (the smaller of the two) has always been quite dominant. ... A: Sorry to hear you're having such a problem. I haven't found that Bengals are incompatible cats in ... | |
| My once-feral kitten | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: About two months ago I caught a feral kitten around my work who's mom had been hit by a car. I ... A: It sounds like he's regressed. This can happen easily when cats with a feral start don't get lots of ... | |
| Finicky Cat | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: Our cat Meatball is a 1 year old Maine Coon. We took her in from friends when she was about 4 months ... A: I think you can talk to any vet, any nutritionist and any behaviorist in the world, and they will ... | |
| Female cat noises | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: my cat is a little over 16 years old and is generally in good health. Recently she has started to ... A: It would be best to have her checked by the vet. Loud meowing can actually be caused by medical ... | |
| 6 months old male kitten | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: There are 4 kitten (3 female and a male one) and their mom in our neighborhood,which I've been ... A: Cats often do become lonely and distressed when they are separated from other cats they have bonded ... | |
| feral kitten flea treatment? | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: my Neighbor And I safely trapped 4 feral kitten from my field. their mother was hit by a car. they ... A: Don't use the flea spray for puppies on a cat of any age. It's very likely highly toxic. Cats suffer ... | |
| Integration of 2 new cats with 1 old feline | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: My girlfriend has moved in with me an she hes 2 male cats. My cat cat is feline and has lived alone ... A: Your girlfriend's two cats need to be limited to one room of the house for now, completely separated ... | |
| Faw area on cats paw | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: For a year I have had my Japanese Bobtail treated for skin allergies and he has totally responded ... A: Usually, the best way to treat an allergic ulcer like this is to use a prescription cream/ointment ... | |
| Stray/Abandoned Kitten meets 2 domestic cats | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: My husband recently found a male kitten (3-4) wks old that someone left near a trailer park. (This ... A: The little one should be kept separate from the other two except when you're holding him for now. ... | |
| hip dislocation | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: My cat came home this morn'g with a dislocated left hip joint. I took him to the vet and this was ... A: If the joint set back into place, then it is extremely unlikely that it will return to a normal ... | |
| brushing a cat | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: Our office was adopted by an abandoned white calico spayed female cat, +/- 3-yrs old. Cali has been ... A: Brushing once a day is usually sufficient for long-haired cats. Over-brushing can sometimes pull out ... | |
| My newborn kittens are crying alot | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I found two newborn kittens with umbilical cord still on the.. im feed them kitten milk KMR.. i read ... A: Sometimes orphaned kittens become constipated if they have been separated from mom for long or when ... | |
| Destructive Cats | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: I've had two shelter rescues since they were kittens for the past two years. I've had to move them 5 ... A: As for their clawing, I strongly recommend a product called Soft Claws (also called Soft Paws). ... | |
| contraceptive pill for cats | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: Is it ok to give my cat the contraceptive pill, she has four kittens of 3 weeks 3 days old and is ... A: It is generally recommended not to spay while lactating. The thickened mammary tissue, along with ... | |
| Leukemia and FIV | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: i read in your notes that you say Feline leukemia and Aids is contagious. Could you please explain ... A: As you are aware, Feline Leukemia and Feline AIDS are two separate diseases, caused by two different ... | |
| Emergency | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: My cat is bleeding a drop of blood in her motion. Why ? A: Your kitten should see a veterinarian. It may be something that she's eating that is irritating her ... | |
| Cat urinating blood | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: We have a cat that has, for about a month and half, been urinating in the bathtub, occasionally on ... A: Poor kitty! I can assure you that, while the mama kitty could still be the kitty with the ... | |
| two intact male cats that are best friends | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: My sister brought home a stray male kitten (tabby) last year (he's now 1.5yrs old), and she brought ... A: Some toms never end up spraying. However, more than 9 out of 10 do. It’s a behavior you should ... | |
| kitten behaviour | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: he is weaned and eats scraps of food and drinks water. But sometimes he lays down flat on the floor ... A: I'm not sure if you know what purring is. This is a normal noise that most cats make at times when ... | |
| neighbor's starving cat | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: My neighbors who own several cats that are about 2 years old have one cat that is extremely thin. I ... A: There are some medical conditions that can cause a cat that is well-fed to feel hungry all the time ... | |
| New kitten | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: and thanks in advance for your time. Moving right along, we found the other day that someone had ... A: The kitten is probably too young for commercial flea treatments. If he’s big for his age, he might ... | |
| contraceptive pill for cats | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: Is it ok to give my cat the contraceptive pill, she has four kittens of 3 weeks 3 days old and is ... A: It is generally okay to use a feline contraceptive such as megestrol acetate in nursing cats (a ... | |
| Bot fly in cats face | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: a stray cat that lives on my property had kittens that I have been caring for, two of the kittens I ... A: Bot flies lay eggs directly on the host animals that will carry their larvae, or onto an ... | |
| My cat is poorly and will not eat anything for me to give her metacam | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I took my cat to the vet today as she is poorly he thinks its one of two things either a problem ... A: I recommend that you consult with your vet about this. If your cat isn't having any trouble ... | |
| Cat problem | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: After a move, my cat started ripping out his fur and washing skin to the point of sores. Two local ... A: There is a possibility that this could be stress-related. The fact that the cortisone shots seemed ... | |
| Yitty | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I am really trying to find out what is wrong with my cat here is the post i sent Ali along with the ... A: Since all of your cat’s organ functions seem to be normal, you may need to go back and do some ... | |
| Cats play fighting | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male cat and a 16 week old male kitten. The 2 year old loves play fighting with ... A: Because of the size difference between the two, it is a concern. The older cat can easily hurt the ... | |
| Kitten Sucking | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: My kitten is over 10 weeks old and only at night she sucks on her insicion where she was spayed. She ... A: She can cause an infection or delayed healing of the spay site if it’s not fully healed, so ... | |
| pregnant cat! | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: .at the beginning of this week, on two different occasions she has begun to meow and follow me ... A: Try not to get very worried! As long as she's eating well for you, doesn't appear weak or painful, ... | |
| pregnant cat! | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: .at the beginning of this week, on two different occasions she has begun to meow and follow me ... A: I would have suspected labor was starting at any one of those times, to be honest. That is classic ... | |
| cat still pregnant? | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: My cat gave birth to only one kitten a week ago. Sadly it was very premature and passed away after ... A: It sounds most probable that your kitty delivered her one and only baby, and she's now in heat ... | |
| Cat suckling | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: She is approximately 2.5-3 years old and allegedly, was delivered to the shelter after her original ... A: In nearly all cases, cats who suckle persistently were taken from their mother before they were ... | |
| cat eye discharge | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: My 18 year old female cat is in good health. She recently had a complete exam and blood work done ... A: It's best to have a vet look at her when her eyes flare up, so you can get a professional opinion ... | |
| Cat De-Wormer | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I just read your answer to a previous and similar question, but I just wanted a little more ... A: I would recommend that you buy some canine Panacur-C for dogs 10 pounds or under. You may be able to ... | |
| My feral cat colony | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: This past winter I had 9 feral cats T-N-R. 7 of these cats are around everyday. I have named them ... A: Unfortunately, I don't know of any feral sanctuaries that are taking cats right now. They are very ... | |
| cats not getting along | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 yr old fixed female and last fall rescued a stray Himalayan. I took him to the vet, had ... A: Some cats take a very long time to accept other cats. You have given the cats plenty of time for the ... | |
| Worried! | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a black and white tuxedo cat named Max who this year will be turning 4. Tonight I have ... A: This doesn't so sound like something normal to me. It's hard for me to visualize exactly what's ... | |
| help me its my last resort. | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 and 1 month old female kitty. She is tending to throw and spit up a lot lately. It's ... A: Have you brought her to the vet? Most vomiting is due to infections of the gastrointestinal tract ... | |
| manutrision cat | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: i have just adoptid a cat. he is a nuterd male. he has been to the vet and does not have any aids or ... A: Most times, feeding a cat a steady diet of a high quality will be enough to help them gain weight ... | |
| Nursing cat? | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: About 10 days ago, my son trapped what appeared to be a feral cat with the intention of having it ... A: I think you have done a good thing. If she was actively nursing a litter that was dependent on her ... | |
| cat with ocational digestive problems | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a almost 12 year old Balinese siamese cat who has ocational digestive upsets at times and ... A: The Proviable is a good probiotic, and it’s best to give every day. I recommend that you keep up ... | |
| Pregnant Kitty | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: My cat is about 16 months old. She mated her one and only time between April 6th and April 8 of ... A: It’s possible Purrl is going through a pseudopregnancy (false pregnancy). This usually results when ... | |
| Found a kitten & her tail is dying! | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: My brother was walking by the lake and he saw some kids being mean and kicking this tiny little ... A: Unfortunately, the little one really should have vet care. Ideally, the dead part of the tail should ... | |
| newborn kittens | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: hi i found a cat and she has 5 newborn kittens but they seem to be joined together somehow i didnt ... A: If the umbilical cords are all tangled and this is what’s holding the kittens together, then you can ... | |
| Kitten Worries | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: our kitten Bagheera is about 6months old now. And when she was about 4-5months old she became very ... A: Yes, this is reason to worry. You should get Bagheera back to the vet to have her looked at once ... | |
| Inside/Outside | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: My cat is about a year old, or maybe a little older. Her name is Mau. She is an indoor cat, but ... A: The best that you can hope is to teach Mau to "come" when you are outside with her, or keep her on a ... | |
| rescue kitten | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I recently rescued a little barn kitty whose mother either dies or left it. I think it about 4 ... A: Getting kittens to use bowls is tough because they typically learn by example. Although it sounds ... | |
| stray cat kittens | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: I have been feeding a stray cat who had kittens in my neighborhood. She was bone thin. The kittens ... A: At this age, the kittens can still be easily tamed if you can trap them and work with them. Your vet ... | |
| bengal | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: We have two bengal cats and our girl cat is 9 months old and this week we noticed that her nose was ... A: Your concerns are valid on one hand, but your vet's actions are valid on another. Steroids can help ... | |
| Nose scab/wound?? | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I am writing to you about my 5 year old cat, Peanut. She is a fluffly white/tawny/gray cat with ... A: I think it would be a good idea to keep away from the treats and keep an eye on the spot. Allergies, ... | |
| wow what could have happended? | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: i have a stray cat under a year old when i came home 2 days ago it seems her jaw{chin}has been ... A: I don't know what could have happened, but I assure you she is in pain. Cat hide it very well. This ... | |
| Sick cat | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: Im very worried and I would appreciate your help. I have an indoor male cat 12-13 years old. He ... A: I suspect you may have talked to the vet again. The reports may be labeled differently when coming ... | |
| i have a stray cat in my shed | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: It turns out it was a mother with 3 kits can you tell me how to gain there trust???I've fed them and ... A: How easy these guys will be to socialize will depend on whether the mother ever had human contact ... | |
| Sick cat | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: Im very worried and I would appreciate your help. I have an indoor male cat 12-13 years old. He ... A: I'm sorry to hear your kitty is going through this. Unfortunately, your vet's guess is a good one. ... | |
| Dystocia following a stillbirth | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know dystocia following a stillbirth in cats. What is the cause of this condition? ... A: There can be many causes of dystocia. Many times, there is no known cause, but of the times a cause ... | |
| 12 year old turkish angora cat | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: My cat is a 12 year old indoor cat and the fur all over his back has become extremely clumped ... A: Brown urine can be a sign of dehydration or a urinary tract infection/crystals. He should see a vet ... | |
| outside the box! | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: We have two 13 yo Siamese cats, neutered male brothers. They are very gentle and affectionate. One ... A: I hate to jump to conclusions, but this honestly sounds like it's probably an anxiety problem to me. ... | |
| Kitten constipation | 5/22/2011 |
| Q: Someone dropped a kitten off on my doorstep, and we are in the process of moving. I have fed the ... A: Most kittens will be right about 8 ounces at 2 weeks old. This varies by kitten, though, and will ... | |
| Diabetic cat | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: My cat, SamiSue, is almost 7 years old and is diabetic. I give her 2 insulin shots a day and she ... A: Have you talked to the vet about her stools? It sounds like she could have a bacterial or protozoan ... | |
| Cat Eye Problem | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: my cat has been having a brownish/black crust around his eyes. I can't quite tell what is going on ... A: It's always best to have the vet look at any eye discharge or crust. Most of the time, an antibiotic ... | |
| my cats health | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: My Cat Shelly is 17 years old now and over the last week she has lost a lot of weight and isnt ... A: It's time for a vet to look at her. The major things we suspect with quick weight loss in cats of ... | |
| Cat's head smells like poop | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: my cat is a four year old neutered male domestic short-hair. He eats Natural Balance Duck & Green ... A: It wouldn't be my first instinct that this is an emergency. I would suspect that he came into ... | |
| how much IV fluids to give to my cat | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a chronically ill cat 11 year old Balinese siamese cat who has sick for the last couple ... A: A 12.4 pound kidney patient will usually receive about 150 cc's a day. That's to the 1 1/2 mark on ... | |
| high temperature cat | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I recently adopted a cat from a cat shelter. It had a temperature of 106.5 and the vet. and it was ... A: Did you run tests for feline leukemia and AIDS? These tests are often run before cats are put up for ... | |
| Cats with Bots | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I read your response to a previous question about cats with bots and would like additional ... A: I can't be sure that it's bots in your cats' food. It doesn't sound like that's what they are to me, ... | |
| My 20 year old Cat | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: Okay, I am really nervous I came home yesterday to my cat Spartacus and she had a quarter size ... A: I am guessing you probably have an answer to this already, from your vet. I can't say for sure ... | |
| Cat Territorial Problem | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a major problem. Yesterday, I decided I would cat-sit for my boyfriend's mother, I thought ... A: Redirected aggression, as this is called, can be troubling to deal with. The best way is to separate ... | |
| Cat Behaviour. Please any help is appreciated! | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: Okay, I have 2 cats. 1 male (1 year and 3 months), 1 female (about 5 years old) Both fixed, and both ... A: Sometimes things CAN become a habit, but most times, cats are engaging in a behavior for a reason. ... | |
| Cat Behaviour. Please any help is appreciated! | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: Okay, I have 2 cats. 1 male (1 year and 3 months), 1 female (about 5 years old) Both fixed, and both ... A: These problems are almost always fixable. I’m not sure how long you’ve had the Feliway collars, but ... | |
| Cat Behaviour. Please any help is appreciated! | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: Okay, I have 2 cats. 1 male (1 year and 3 months), 1 female (about 5 years old) Both fixed, and both ... A: This sounds like an anxiety problem. Part of it could be caused by the tension between him and your ... | |
| cat pulling hair out | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: The vet says it's most likely irritation caused by a flea bite and gave him a cortisone injection ... A: Cortisone is generally pretty fast-acting, but it can take up to a couple of days to see results. A ... | |
| Kitten stomach issues | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an adorable DSH tuxedo kitten (he is almost 6 months). When I first got him, he had ear mites ... A: I don't think that kidney issues are a problem. They very rarely occur in kittens of this age and ... | |
| My cat has a lump | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: My 2 year old male tabby has a lump the size and shape of a maggot near his backbone. It can be ... A: Lumps should be investigated by a vet. Some are benign, but some are worrisome. Those that are ... | |
| Please help, I think my cat had a miscarriage | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: The other day I noticed that my cat was bleeding out of her area, she has only been pregnant a few ... A: A cat who has miscarried does not necessarily need to see a vet. As long as no dead fetal tissue is ... | |
| Newborn kitten loss of appetite, diarrhea | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: On Friday, 4/29 my fiance and I went out to feed his horses and discovered three kittens in the hay ... A: Just to make sure, you are keeping the kittens in a box with a heating pad set on low to medium ... | |
| Newborn with potential broken hind leg | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: My cat had her litter yesterday in the garage and being my first time handling this situation I may ... A: No, I would not suggest either of these on a swollen foot. It's impossible for me to say for sure ... | |
| cat with inflamatory bowel disease | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old cat who has been recently been diagnosed with inflamatory bowel disease after ... A: An oral B-12 won't be of as much help as the injectable form. This type will help heal inflammation ... | |
| Handicapped Kittens. | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me a little bit. I find myself with 2 new kittens on my hands. They are ... A: Poor little ones! Unfortunately, the only thing to really do is see if the babies can survive to ... | |
| Female spraying/drug question | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: I am hoping you have some input on this. I know you are not a vet but experienced. I have a 6 year ... A: Prozac is shown, by far, to have the most success in treating spraying issues like this, so I would ... | |
| Cat outdoors | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: "Hello, can i put my new adopted kitten (from a shelter) in an outdoor kennel? it will be very ... A: There is no medication similar to Revolution available right now, that would take care of all the ... | |
| mother's nipples after nursing | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: our cat had kittens back in March and they just went home to their new homes thursday night, they ... A: Most kittens are still nursing a little at 8 weeks, so some engorgement is common in cats when their ... | |
| my cat is hissing at my new kitten | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a 9 month old male cat called felix we are always spoil him but 2 days ago we got a8week ... A: Cats take a lot of time to adjust to new members of the household. It's best to limit newcomers to ... | |
| Cat problem | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: Respected Madam I am Mohammedali here I am having 3 English cats 1 female cat and 2 male cat and ... A: I believe what is happening is that your two males are sexually mature now, and they are fighting ... | |
| Cat lost canine tooth | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old male orange tabby cat, (that stays inside, other than when he sneaks out on ... A: It's common for cats to lose teeth, although it isn't "normal". Losing teeth is a sign of oral ... | |
| Stray Cat not getting along with resident cats | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have two resident cats, age 11 female and age 8 male, both fixed. Have a stray about a year old, ... A: I recommend waiting a couple more weeks before trying to reintroduce, to let things settle down, and ... | |
| New Born Kittens | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: My nieces found a kitten maybe between 10-14 days old, its eyes are open about half way. Tehy have ... A: I am assuming that your nieces are feeding the baby kitten formula, but just in case they're feeding ... | |
| Cat outdoors | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: "Hello, can i put my new adopted kitten (from a shelter) in an outdoor kennel? it will be very ... A: Parasites come from many places. Fleas are probably your number one concern. These live in the ... | |
| 9 week old kitten | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I have just got a new kitten 2 days ago and she seems to have what looks like a cold. She is ... A: The little one should see a vet. Most likely, the initial infection was caused by a virus, just as ... | |
| Cat outdoors | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: "Hello, can i put my new adopted kitten (from a shelter) in an outdoor kennel? it will be very ... A: This is not advised. It would be in the best interest of the kitten to return it to the shelter ... | |
| kitty won't stop throwing up | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old, indoor kitty. She's not over-weight but loves to constantly eat all day if ... A: I wouldn't make any food changes while she's having belly issues. It's okay to wait 48 hours for ... | |
| Cat | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I have an 11 month old male cat. He is an outdoor cat, and one day I found him in the garage curled ... A: Swollen glands usually indicate that an infection or inflammation of some kind is taking place. It ... | |
| Our New Cat-Monte! | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I recently adopted a cat; he's around 3 or 4 years old. He was a street cat for long enough that his ... A: You should keep the cats separated for as long as Luna stays very upset, bringing Monte out only for ... | |
| Cat health | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a long haired cat that us about 6 years old. She has seen the vet and he said her bloodwork ... A: I think you should definitely pursue another avenue diagnostically besides blood work. If you're ... | |
| worms | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a cat that is an outdoor cat. He is a stray that came to me. He cannot come inside because ... A: There are no worms that are commonly found to infect the ear area of cats. It is possible that this ... | |
| Hyperesthesia | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: ..I believe my cat may have hyperesthesia or something with very similar symptoms. He is ... A: Unfortunately, diagnosing Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome is frustrating. All other skin and ... | |
| Kitten with splayed legs | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a litter of 4 Persian kittens that are 3 weeks old. The others, though clumsy are walking ... A: I would have a vet look at her. Many times, depending on the type, congenital problems can be worked ... | |
| Stress on my cat from moving...also her possible reason for being needing and sucking? | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: My cat is almost 2 years old and shes a grey tabby mix. i got her when she was about 8 weeks old. ... A: The kneading and suckling is almost always due to being weaned too abruptly. When kittens are ... | |
| Kitten/adolescent vs. Adult?? | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: ! I also heard that their meows change aswell!! And that their minds change and they become more ... A: Just as humans undergo physical and behavioral changes at certain ages, so do cats. Each individual ... | |
| Stray Cat in labor | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: My mother has a furrow cat that stays on her back patio that she feeds she has never been able to ... A: Most cats will happily accept foster kittens. This is usually not a problem. The important part is ... | |
| sick cat | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: My cat has had darriah for 3 days shes 7 years old and this is the first time she has ever been sick ... A: If your cat weighs 10 lbs, it's safe to give her 1/4 of an Immodium AD tablet. However, this is only ... | |
| Kittens | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: i fronlined my kittens today at about 3. since i have done this, the mum will not go near them. she ... A: The mother is probably reacting to the scent of the product. You can wash the application spot with ... | |
| cats paws | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: There is something stuck in my cats paws. It sounds like he is tap dancing when he walks. I have to ... A: I would use some warm water and a little bit of hand-washing dish soap to help quickly remove ... | |
| Second eyelid visible in my kitten | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: Jessica, I have a kitten named Chipmunk that is 6 1/2 months old. He is normally very happy and ... A: A photo would be helpful, but it sounds possible that your kitty could have a condition of the eye ... | |
| Hormonal behaviour of pregnant feral queen | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: This is a kind of follow-up question to my previous one about 'Adopting out feral kittens'. I was ... A: Mothers do become a lot less worried about their kittens once the babies start roaming from the ... | |
| empty sac | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: My cat is pregnant and yesterday I noticed some blood around the house and at her cat dish. When I ... A: It sounds like the sac was probably an amniotic sac, which is a case that each kitten is enclosed in ... | |
| found a stray cat | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: skin (fur) on bones, spine, ribs, in front of back legs torso appears 'caved in', bones very ... A: Sometimes severely emaciated cats won't eat because they're too weak. I would recommend getting some ... | |
| more on soft stools in FIV cat/reply | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: Jessica. I read your response on soft stools in FIV+ cats. Our cat was diagnosed with FIV when ... A: If his stool has solidified, I would not recommend making another change in his diet such as ... | |
| more on soft stools in FIV cat | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: Jessica. I read your response on soft stools in FIV+ cats. Our cat was diagnosed with FIV when ... A: I recommend trying him on the bland diet on mushy white rice mixed with boiled chicken breast for a ... | |
| Cat crossing the road | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I had two outdoor cats that aren't allowed inside. (Dad's rules) We live near a busy road and just ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your cat. Unfortunately, there is no barrier that is effective on cats ... | |
| Adopting out feral kittens | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I have learned a lot from reading back through the questions you have answered, in particular the ... A: The question "Is it okay to have 8 cats," I think depends very much on what you are able to handle ... | |
| travel with cats | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I am getting ready to drive across the US with my cat. The space is small and he almost never been ... A: I very strongly suggest that you find a way to get a carrier into the car. Even if you have to find ... | |
| Stray being fostered | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I'm currently fostering a stray who we (myself and a feral TNR agency) trapped and neutered. During ... A: My personal opinion on Vitamin C is that it's probably not very useful. You may know the reasons why ... | |
| new born kittens | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: My boyfriend's cat just had kittens last night. She's only 10 months old and I'm afraid she's not ... A: If you suspect that mom is neglecting the kittens, you're probably right. Most mothers are with the ... | |
| 16 year cat with crf and licking his penis | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: my sixteen year old cat mouzer was diagnose with crf with six mos, to a year to live . He pick me ... A: It's really important to get a proper diagnosis with urinary tract problems, especially because the ... | |
| help with a mean cat | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: Jessica, I adopted 2 sister kittens at 6 weeks. My problem/concern is one of the cats(now a year ... A: Have you tried a product called Feliway? This is a synthetic pheromone, a "happy" hormone that cats ... | |
| My littel kitten is sick | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: glad to ask u about my kitten i have a littel kitten 18 days old now but i noticed that it defecate ... A: This kind of stool isn't normal. It generally indicates a bacterial infection in kittens this ... | |
| 16 year cat with crf and licking his penis | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: my sixteen year old cat mouzer was diagnose with crf with six mos, to a year to live . He pick me ... A: So sorry to hear about Mouzer's condition. Usually, when a cat starts paying a lot of attention to ... | |
| is my cat mixed? if so what breed is she mixed with? | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: I cant post a picture. My cat is dark gray with black stripes and spots. She has a big black stripe ... A: It sounds like your cat is what's called a domestic. This is a cat that has no predominant breed. If ... | |
| Medicating my rescued feral cat | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: 10+ years ago we rescued a litter of 6 feral approx. 3 month old feral kittens. 3 of those are now ... A: The best way to try to build a bond with these cats is to hand-feed them special food treats. I like ... | |
| cat not eating/drinking well | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: Our 10-12 year old short hair is not eating/drinking well. This started on Friday. We had our 4 year ... A: Your kitty needs to see a vet. There are too many reasons why a cat might not be eating to try to ... | |
| cat | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: We have two indoor siberian cats (female) that are up to date with all their shots except for the ... A: The basis for my work is that we believe ALL cats have a right to life, and ALL life is worth ... | |
| why does my cat go outside to eat bushes? | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: i let my cat outside and he went straight for a bush and started eating it. why? A: Some people used to think that cats received nutrients from the vegetation, but it's been proven ... | |
| my older cat 16 - 18 yr old cat has loud stomach growling even after eating. noticable weight loss. over last 6 months. pooping outside her box she still plays and runs around very affecionat as always .. my other cat 11 yrs old is fine no changes in him | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: my older cat 16 - 18 yr old cat has loud stomach growling even after eating. noticeable weight loss. ... A: You should get your kitty to the vet. If your kitty has diarrhea, bring in a stool sample. If not, ... | |
| FIV SOFT STOOLS | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: my name is gallina,and i have a tuxedo cat at home,he was found on my deak,and i loved him the ... A: It's common for FIV+ cats to have soft stools. Because of their compromised immune systems, ... | |
| bengal kitten | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a bengal kitten that is 4 months old-we have had him since he was 10 weeks old.He sleeps with ... A: It does sound to me like your kitten is still suckling, even though his ears are going back. Most ... | |
| Revolution treatment without cost of vet visit? | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: That's it in a nutshell, I have 2 cats close in age about 2 or 3 yrs apart. They were both cats ... A: Because Revolution is absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream, it is considered a drug. ... | |
| Thinking of owning a cat | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: ever since my cousin got one and i got to know cats since. I really consider myself a cat lover; if ... A: It would be fine to leave the cat at home for a few days, as long as someone could keep his litter ... | |
| teeth | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: My 12 yr old part Siamese recently quit eating and gave us a scare when she was vomiting foam and ... A: Anesthesia always has a risk, but today, extremely safe anesthetics are used. There are different ... | |
| How to trap a pregnant feral | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I have been involved with a trap-neuter-return program since last year and would like to know if you ... A: Good for you! It's a lot of work, but it can be very rewarding if you're willing to try what will ... | |
| Thinking of owning a cat | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: ever since my cousin got one and i got to know cats since. I really consider myself a cat lover; if ... A: I think your flat sounds like a fine area for a feline friend. The work schedule is something to ... | |
| Help | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: My Lexi was just recently diagnosed with Kidney failure or CRF.....of couurse I am confused, ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about Lexi. I don't know anyone in the Tampa area who could help you, but I ... | |
| How to trap a pregnant feral | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I have been involved with a trap-neuter-return program since last year and would like to know if you ... A: Glad you have chosen to get involved! Unfortunately, there's no real way to target an exact cat ... | |
| British Shorthair with runny nose and sneezing | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a 16 year old neutered male British Shorthair (Marx). For about a year he has been sneezing ... A: While I couldn't be certain, judging by my experience and the tests and treatments you've tried so ... | |
| My cat doesn't eat anything, but vomits foamy substance. | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: My cat used to be energetic until 2 days back. He got attacked by our neighbor's cat, the cat kinda ... A: The Kalbend tablets are generally used to treat parasitic worms of the intestines, or rarely in the ... | |
| lameness following abscess. | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: About 3 weeks ago my 8 year old neutered male siamese was bitten badly after a fight on the thigh. ... A: It is correct that inflammation leading to these symptoms can take a while to subside. Swelling and ... | |
| My cat doesn't eat anything, but vomits foamy substance. | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: My cat used to be energetic until 2 days back. He got attacked by our neighbor's cat, the cat kinda ... A: Without looking, it sounds like your cat is probably developing an abscess, which is a pocket of ... | |
| Massive blood in urine | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: My 12 year old female cat (Church) urinated almost all blood today. I went to a vet and the ultra ... A: I'm very sorry to hear about Church. I wish a more experienced ultrasonographer could have been ... | |
| bloody sore on cat's back feet | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old male.He has been neutered. Last june he started running a high fever. 2 vets ... A: The vet should take a look at the sores to make sure that these are being caused strictly by ... | |
| people influencing/contributing to bad behaivior of cats | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: There has been a neutered male cat that has lived across from my home at a Volunteer only community ... A: I'm sorry to hear your good work is being rewarded with nastiness. Unfortunately, I'm not sure what ... | |
| My cats first pregnency. | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: My cat has gotten pregnent for the first time. She started haveing the contractions late at night ... A: You are right to be concerned. Although it's common for the belly to remain hardened with ... | |
| 4 month old kitten with no energy and fever | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: We have a 4 mo old kitten who was fine until 3 weeks ago when she suddenly became lethargic. Took ... A: That does sound like seizures. Toxoplasmosis and FIP can certainly mimick each other in a lot of ... | |
| rhinitis | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: we have a male cat approx 12yrs .He developed a runny nose and sneezing quite a long time ago but it ... A: Bloody mucus indicates a great deal of inflammation. If he hadn't previously had bloody mucus but ... | |
| Royal Canin Urinary SO Wet food Substitute | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: My 4 1/2 year old male neutered cat "Sammy" is on Royal Canin Urinary SO Dry food since sadly his ... A: There are a couple other brands you can try if Sammy just doesn't like the Royal Canin version. One ... | |
| Cat drooling | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: My cat 2years old started drooling just a coulple hours ago. He never does this. Nothing has change ... A: Drooling usually indicates that a cat has a painful mouth. This can be caused by a number of things ... | |
| 4 month old kitten with no energy and fever | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: We have a 4 mo old kitten who was fine until 3 weeks ago when she suddenly became lethargic. Took ... A: I would still be a little suspicious of FIP. Do you know what her blood proteins and blood counts ... | |
| Nearly 17-year old cat peeing everywhere | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: We have a large breed cat turning 17 in a few months, but for the past year he has been peeing ... A: You may want to do some research about Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS), and see if any of these ... | |
| Adult cat has lost appetite | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: My parents have cared for an outdoor stray cat for many years. He was always rather thin, but had a ... A: A cat can survive on meat baby food for a long time (even many months, though he will suffer ... | |
| How to Care for Recently Trapped Stray Cats | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I just trapped 3 stray cats (yesterday January 19th). We placed each cat in their ... A: It starts to become a concern when a cat won't eat for about 72 hours, if the cats are of a normal ... | |
| Old cat | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a cat 17,5 years old. He live in our appartman and he is indoor cat. Last year he had visibly ... A: I agree with you - this doesn't sound like a reaction to the cortisone. Drinking extra water can be ... | |
| How to Care for Recently Trapped Stray Cats | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I just trapped 3 stray cats (yesterday January 19th). We placed each cat in their ... A: How wonderful of you! I wish there were more people with heart likes yours and your husband's. As ... | |
| cat insommia | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have an 18 year old tabby who is fine physically. In the last few weeks we have noticed that her ... A: You should have your kitty checked out by the vet. Sometimes this behavior is caused by a physical ... | |
| urination out of litter box | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 tiger cats, one I raised from a kitten, the other came to me from the wild (feral), they ... A: It sounds like you are having some territorial issues between the two of them. There may be some ... | |
| Hair pulling | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I found a stray in my garage and she seems to be pregnant. I took her into the house and she is ... A: You should deworm her now, but I'm not sure which kind of dewormer you have. I don't recommend ... | |
| Over due kittens | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: My young Oriental Tabby Queen, whose had turned 1 year old, will be having her first litter. I wrote ... A: The due date is generally calculated from the breeding date, and as I'm sure you know, 63 days is ... | |
| 15 year old male cat | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: this is going to be a bit of a long question. I have a 15 year old mixed breed male cat, I'm not ... A: Sure, I can give you a good idea of the cost in my area. The prices are pretty consistent from vet ... | |
| beloved cat behavior issues / inquiry re: hospice care | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: my cat is 16.5 years old, and i've had her since she was a kitten. about a month ago, i returned ... A: Sorry to hear your kitty is going through such a hard time. Because she’s spitting out her ... | |
| My cat has cancer | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I read your advice regarding anti-nausea medication for a sick feline with liver cancer. Our 8 year ... A: Sorry to hear about your poor kitty. I like Cerenia much better than I like Maxolon to control ... | |
| sudden cat death | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have very recently lost my cat to sudden death. I was away for Xmas and he was in an excellent ... A: I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Please don't blame yourself. It's always easy to find things we ... | |
| black freckles on cats gums | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: Not an easy thing to see as her mouth nose etc. is mostly grey. She was a stray so I don't know her ... A: In orange cats, flat, black or brown spots are caused by a harmless condition called lentigo. ... | |
| cat pooping outside of litter box | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: my second oldest cat of 3 from time to time will poop outside of the litter box. we've tried ... A: I would suggest getting the kitty to the vet for an exam, along with one of the stool samples that ... | |
| 15 year old male cat | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: this is going to be a bit of a long question. I have a 15 year old mixed breed male cat, I'm not ... A: While there are many possibilities, kidney disease is high on the list of probabilities based on ... | |
| question about my cat | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: My mother cat (Chuy) had cats almost a month ago only one of them survived. i know its time to get ... A: It sounds likely that Chuy is engorged - her mammaries are full of milk. This is common in cats ... | |
| Need help trapping a feral cat | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: We have a feral cat that we take care of. Our neighbors took care of her TNR, and thus she is fixed ... A: Some cats are very frustrating! Unfortunately, we are at their mercy. The only thing I can ... | |
| Feral Cat | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I have two questions. 1. My cat will not use her new scratch post. She used the first one all the ... A: Sometimes it's difficult to get a cat to accept new belongings. It's recommended to rub new ... | |
| Maine coon cat suddenly changed behaviour after moving to a new home | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: My 9 month female maine coon cat was always eager, full of energy and she never used to let people ... A: Has your cat been spayed? Cats will become more vocal and more affectionate when they’re in estrus ... | |
| Spayed cat in heat | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: My 2 yr old cat is acting like she is in heat. She was spayed at 6 months old. I tried to take her ... A: It sounds like your cat has Ovarian Remnant Syndrome. This occurs when a piece of ovary is ... | |
| Red marks. | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I noticed today that my cat has a lot of red marks on her belly. I rolled her over to play with her ... A: I would be very suspicious of fleas in this instance. Fleas tend to congregate on the belly and ... | |
| Cat is making choking noise | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: Once in a while my cat is making a choking noise. He just does it out of the blue. As he does the ... A: It's possible that he has a hairball, but it sounds very likely that he's experiencing some mouth ... | |
| sick kitten | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: my kitten is 7 weeks old she was sick for 8 days fever not eating or drinking gave her antibiotics ... A: Cats will often not really drink any water when they're on a solely canned food diet. They get all ... | |
| gagging cat | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: My male 3 year old cat, Charlie, has been acting strange for a few days. He seems very lethargic and ... A: I would get him to the vet at this point. It's possible that he's not used the litter tray because ... | |
| cat pregnancy | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: my cat is pregnant and is 4 or 5 days away from having her newborns what should i expect through ... A: It's great that you want to be a vet! The sooner you can gain experience with animals, the better. ... | |
| Cat birth | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: my cat went into labor at 11pm on the 23rd December and gave birth to one kitten but has not had ... A: It's possible for cats to have just one baby, but single-kitten litters are quite uncommon, so ... | |
| Moving pocket of fluid | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: My cat Lulu is on the mend from being ill and she was at the vet 24hours ago and was administered ... A: It's common for the fluids to migrate down the shoulders and legs. However, the fluids should ... | |
| cat attacking for no reason | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: My motherinlaws cat is male and is 17 months old and keeps sitting and grabing her hands fingers and ... A: There can be many reasons for aggressive behavior in cats. Most commonly, we see play aggression, ... | |
| our semi-feral cat | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: Our mobile home park has threatened eviction as we let our feral cat roam, then return home to sleep ... A: I am a big proponant of keeping cats in the company of other cats. Studies show that cats who have ... | |
| kitten vomiting clear liquid | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old DSH kitten that I got neutered 3 days ago and he also received his shots. I ... A: I don't suspect that his vaccinations have to do with his belly symptoms. It could be possible he ... | |
| third eyelid, weight gain, irritability | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male cat who since mid-October has not been himself. Normally a small build, he ... A: He certainly looks stressed. I think at this point, you would need to go ahead with some further ... | |
| cat repetitive vomiting | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: 8 yr old indoor male neutered cat has been vomiting numerous times/day for a month...has been to the ... A: In my opinion, the best place for you to start your research on leukemia would be to read this page ... | |
| our semi-feral cat | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: Our mobile home park has threatened eviction as we let our feral cat roam, then return home to sleep ... A: I'm sorry you're going through such an ordeal, and just in time for the New Year! How well a feral ... | |
| Young Male Cat: Muscle Spasms, High White Blood Cell Count - it's a mystery | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: We have a very small male kitty that's is about 8 months old. He is a rescue kitty. We adopted him ... A: Sorry to hear about your little one. I don't have any experience with meningitis specifically, but ... | |
| pregnant? | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: my cat is 11 yrs old and was spayed some years ago after having some litters .she is now showing ... A: It isn't possible for a spayed cat to become pregnant, as the procedure is actually much more ... | |
| vacation | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I'm going on vacation for christmas for 2 and half weeks. I dont exactly know what's the best to do ... A: Usually, it's best to leave cats in their familiar surroundings when you go out of town. Although ... | |
| Aggressive Stray attacked Indoor Cat | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I have been taking care of a stray male cat for about 7 months while he lived outside. After 6 ... A: Yes, I think there's hope. Having just been neutered two weeks ago, he's still got quite a bit of ... | |
| newborn kitten injury, mother cat rejecting the new born kitten : WHAT SHOULD I DO?? | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: My cat just gave birth to a white kitten yesterday afternoon, but she gave birth on the floor and ... A: I'm sorry you're experiencing this. I suspect that this probably has not had a happy ending. ... | |
| Toxoplasmosis | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I read your response to vicki for FIP. I would love to chat more about false neg, for toxo. Is there ... A: So sorry to hear about your little one! I'm glad your new two seem to be doing better after ... | |
| pet and eyes | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have several cats 8. 5 that are in older years. I adopted 3 outside cats, 1 was starving to death, ... A: Yes, you can buy an antibiotic for his eyes. It's called Terramycin, and it's available through ... | |
| Siamese cat eating plastic bags and other things! | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Siamese cat who will eat plastic bags any chance he gets. I keep them out of ... A: You may have heard of Pica, the desire to eat non-food objects. All species of animals may suffer ... | |
| my cat's toilet problems | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: My female cat is nearly 15 and has weed on my bed and my daughters recently.She is not stressed as ... A: Something could certainly be stressing her outside. There may be a new cat in the neighborhood, or ... | |
| running nose on right nostril in 17 year old cat, plus a lump over right eye. | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: What is wrong with my cat and how can I alleviate the problem A: Your kitty really needs to see a vet. It sounds like he or she probably at least has an infection ... | |
| lily's | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: My question is a sad one... I went to bed a 4 this morning. Im a night hawk, my husband was fast ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about poor little Sophia. Lily toxicity could still be the cause of death in ... | |
| Diarrhea/ Weight loss in cat | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a cat, 5 yrs, that has lost alot of weight, and has diarrhea.Have taken her to my vet, where ... A: I'm a little curious as to why the vet chose Convenia to treat a cat with diarrhea. This isn't the ... | |
| URINARY TRACT PROBLEM | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: WHICH ANTIBIOTIC AND DOSAGE SHOULD BE USED FOR A 4YR OLD CAT WITH A URINARY TRACT INFECTION A: The vet is the best one to determine this. Ideally, a culture should be done to determine which ... | |
| My Cat Has IBD | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: Okay, so I have this cat, and he is 15 years old. About a year and a half ago he was starting to get ... A: Once you find the right treatment and his diarrhea is stopped, he should put most of his weight back ... | |
| Flame-point Siamese and tummy troubles | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I've recently adopted a "flame point" Siamese kitten with some troubling tummy issues. He keeps ... A: Siamese can be prone to belly issues. However, I have found many of them outgrow these troubles ... | |
| cat eye problem | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: I am worried about my 6 month old male tabby kitten. He has what looks like cloudy grey linings on ... A: I suspect that what you're referring to are his nictitating membranes. They're also sometimes ... | |
| Cat from Philadelphia, PA lost in Athens, Georgia | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: Took cats out of state for holiday. Cats got comfortable at sister's house, but one got out window ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. Many times, indoor cats go into hiding in a relatively ... | |
| my mounth kitten | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: our four mouth kitten is in heat should we let her mate A: Definitely do not let a four-month-old kitten mate. Physically, she is similar to a 9-year-old ... | |
| Respiratory symptom? | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: We adopted our almost two year kitty last October and were told at that time that he had asthma. In ... A: Actually, I think this is probably just your kitty's personal preference. Lying on the back can ... | |
| Cat paw pad white spot | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I just randomly noticed that my cat has a white spot on 2 of his paw pads. They kind of look like ... A: I can't say for sure, but it seems possible that your kitty could be developing what's known as ... | |
| elderly cat issue | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 17 year old female house cat. She was diagnosed about a year ago as being hyperthyrodial. ... A: It's possible that this is a behavioral issue, but it's also possible it could be caused by some ... | |
| Male cat about 6 months old or so | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I found 2 kittens in the trash a couple of months ago I kept one I am out of work right now. Since ... A: I can't be sure what's wrong with your kitty. I'm not sure exactly where the spasms are that you're ... | |
| Sudden blindness | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 13yr old housecat he is neutered, he is very well in himself eating and drinking normally ... A: Are there any vets who do house calls in your area? If so, this would be ideal. However, blindness ... | |
| Nervous cat | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: i I have a beautiful tortiseshell female. She's about four or five years old. She had an UTI which ... A: Some cats are just prone to anxiety. And it's true that torties are known to be a bit high-strung. ... | |
| 6yr old female cat cries nonstop all day all night everrryyday and just getting worse | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: ive had my female since she was 6weeks old she is now about 6 yrs old. the crying started when i ... A: I really think it sounds likely that your girl is suffering from some anxiety. Excessive ... | |
| Can Etofenprox cause allergic respritory failure in cats? | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: My cat died recently after applying a product for flea control that contained Etofenprox. Symptoms ... A: It won't hurt to report it to the EPA yourself. It would be most helpful if you could send your ... | |
| male cat age they can get a cat pregnant | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering how old boy cats have to be before they could get another cat pregnant? A: The age varies a little, but most males are sexually mature by the age of 6 months. Because some ... | |
| Digestive Issues | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 16 year old 3-toothed, nearly blind neutered male that had started to have runny stools ... A: When the vet ran the blood tests, did he include a thyroid test? This is usually an add-on test, ... | |
| Can Etofenprox cause allergic respritory failure in cats? | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: My cat died recently after applying a product for flea control that contained Etofenprox. Symptoms ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about this. How awful! It is possible that this flea product could be ... | |
| Feline Health | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: My daughter's 4yr old cat just jumped up on the bed, screeched and died. He was a healthy cat with ... A: Sorry to hear this. It's impossible to say for sure what the cause of this kitty's death is, but ... | |
| vitamin c dosage for treating feline distemper | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: We think our 2 month old kitten has distemper, although the vet didnt test him he has all the ... A: I don't think that I would give a kitten with suspected distemper Vitamin C. The major problem with ... | |
| Feral kitten catching | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I live in a subdivision in TX, and there is a feral kitten living near my bush. it's about 1 mnth ... A: Is the problem that your 4 dogs and your cat all go out and have access to the bush where the little ... | |
| Should I feed the feral cat mewing in my backyard or not? | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: There's a feral cat outside that I've sort of already started feeding. I think I used to feed her ... A: Such a sad story! Since you won't be able to take care of the kitty long-term, it would be in her ... | |
| cat pregnancy | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: This past wed. My cat gave birth to 2 kittens and they only lived til the next day. I believe she ... A: It is possible that she had the kittens prematurely. Sometimes a couple of kittens are born before ... | |
| maine coon tabby mix weight 22.6 | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: I have noticed my cat Mr. Whiskers is getting a clear discharge coming from his eyes like he is ... A: I couldn't say for sure what the discharge is, as there can be several causes. But if it's a sudden ... | |
| Sick older cat | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: We have a very sick cat. He has no appetite, will not even drink water.He has lost a lot of weight, ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your kitty. That is a mystery. I would very strongly recommend having ... | |
| stray kitten | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: ,,wow i really want to thank u for helping people out.u really know cats :) so im hoping u could ... A: It does sound like she has an upper respiratory infection. There are many germs that can cause ... | |
| my old cat with no appetite | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I'm really worried about my cat. Can you offer some advice??? He is 16 year old neutered male, ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about Timmy's condition. Some cats have a difficult time recovering from ... | |
| My cat's pregnancy is overdue | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: Well it is now november 9th and she has not had her kittens yet i looked on another due date ... A: The average gestation period for cats is 63 days, so this would actually put her due date at ... | |
| 1 week old kittens | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I have rescued 3 baby kittens from a dumpster at work they are a little over 1 week old (eyes aren't ... A: It isn't an ideal schedule, as you are aware. However, with it being your only option, I would say ... | |
| Tail Amputated | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: my 10 or 11 old cat, Bird, recently seriously injured her tail, we don't know how (but think she ... A: I used to live on a farm, and my cats went in and out as they pleased. When I had to move onto a ... | |
| Cat pulling out small clumps of hair | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: My 11-year old female mixed cat, Abby, was recently diagnosed with stomatitus (inflammation of the ... A: The new behavior isn't directly related to the stomatitis. However, because grooming is a behavior ... | |
| My female cat | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: My 13 year old female cat cannot seem to get in her box properly as her right hind leg seems very ... A: She could be diabetic. Keep a journal to see if she exhibits any excessive thirst, hunger, ... | |
| Sick Kittens | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: First of all I want to thank you Jessica for all your knowledgeable advices and for your love to ... A: I'm so glad everything is working well and that you were able to trap and neuter your colony! That's ... | |
| Ferrel cat | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I have just moved and one morning about 4am walks this cat out of the woods talking up a storm and ... A: By lilac, I am taking this to be the same as a solid blue (I have only heard the term "lilac" used ... | |
| My 18 y/o with end stage renal failure | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I seen you posted a question back in May about your 18 y/o cat with end stage renal failure. I am ... A: I'm very sorry to hear about your poor kitty. It's so hard when our cats are diagnosed with ... | |
| Feline CRF & Renalzin | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: My 13yo Siamese cat, Fawn, recently had a blood and urine test (prior to GA for a dental) and they ... A: Renalzin is not yet available in the United States, so I don't have any experience with this ... | |
| How young can an altered cat "hump"? | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I adopted my cat Smokey June 22,2010 and he is about 4 months old now. He just started a few days ... A: This behavior is rather common in both altered an unaltered kitties, although I am surprised to see ... | |
| Cat with IBD on Depo-Medrol | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: Hey Jessica, I'm sure you remember my question about my six years old cat who got diagnosed with ... A: It's not generally recommended to force-feed a vomiting cat, as this just causes more inflammation, ... | |
| vaccinations | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: My cat is just over a year old and had her vaccinations when she was a kitten. Her boosters are due ... A: As you are aware, opinions vary widely on this, mainly because no clinical studies have been done to ... | |
| Cat with IBD on Depo-Medrol | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: Hey Jessica, I'm sure you remember my question about my six years old cat who got diagnosed with ... A: Poor little guy! Depo-Medrol is a long-lasting medication, but sometimes the dose needs to be ... | |
| 6 day old kitten balding | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: My cat had four kittens six days ago. Two of them were still births. Today I checked on the ... A: The fur loss could be due to fleas, but this can be a sign of systemic infection in kittens. The ... | |
| maine coon cat | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: my maine coont cat is losing hair causing bald spots? what can i do about this A: This really requires a vet visit. Before treating this problem, the cause will need to be ... | |
| cat eye color | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: my girlfriend has a 6 month old russian blue female. her eyes are yellow/green mix, green closer to ... A: The appearance of light-colored eyes, especially green and blue, often seems to change temporarily, ... | |
| Weight gain and less active after a spay? | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I had my female domestic short hair spayed about two months ago from a vet that was not her primary ... A: A scar at the spay site is normal, and this can range in appearance from a noticeable bump in the ... | |
| feline kidney failure | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: British shorthair, 8y male, hx of rt side ht enlargement w/ afib, age 2 on Dig since. Hind end ... A: Your vet should carry an array of kidney diets, and the canned varieties are much more effective ... | |
| feline kidney failure | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: British shorthair, 8y male, hx of rt side ht enlargement w/ afib, age 2 on Dig since. Hind end ... A: Sorry to hear about your kitty's conditions. It sounds to me as though all the ultrasound would ... | |
| cat in heat. | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I think my cat is in heat. At first I thought she was hurt, or something was wrong with her because ... A: Most heats last an average of one week (anywhere from 4-10 days can be expected). You'll have a ... | |
| cat in heat. | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I think my cat is in heat. At first I thought she was hurt, or something was wrong with her because ... A: It does sound like she's in heat. Heat, or estrus, is not painful, but it does cause physical ... | |
| My cats are scratching themselves too much | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: here I'm back with a new dilemma! From last few months my cats have started to scratch themselves ... A: I'm glad you won't be using the onion anymore. The Turmeric is not necessary but shouldn't be a big ... | |
| cat birthing | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: my cat has a bloody discharge coming from her vagina, she is 67 days pregnant, does this mean she is ... A: I would strongly suspect that your cat has gone into labor. If she has not delivered any kittens ... | |
| Occasional Diarrhea | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: My 4 year old DSH has problems with occasional diarrhea. It usually occurs once a month and lasts ... A: Yes, it could certainly be a nervous stomach issue. It's believed now more than ever that colitis ... | |
| Sudden weakness in kitten's hind legs | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: A stray female cat, whom we fed only twice or thrice before, brought her 3 kittens into our house a ... A: Weakness in a kitten is always something to be alarmed over. If she hasn't been nursing, this could ... | |
| Cat throwing up bile | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a feral cat now for 8 years, had her since 2 days old, bottle fed. she has been fine for ... A: I would get your kitty in to the vet on Monday. Sometimes cats get stomach bugs, and it's possible ... | |
| Stray Kitten care | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have two stray kittens. I have been feeding them because they came to our yard very thin. Both are ... A: Yes, the suckling behavior is very common. Kittens will suckle on litter mates, or unrelated cats, ... | |
| Help for a constipated cat | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: As the subject line indicates, I have a cat (11 year old mix-breed neutered male) that is in good ... A: Minor constipation can usually be helped by giving the cat a hairball treatment such as Laxatone or ... | |
| my cat benny | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: around three months ago he had a very bad infection in his paw and was treated by the vet with pain ... A: I'm not sure which antibiotic was prescribed for your cat's foot infection. Although neurological ... | |
| sibling aggression change | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: heres a cat problem from Britain. i have 5 year old brother & sister mackerel tabby cats. Molly is ... A: Any time cats change environment, the dynamics of their relationship may be changed. A cat's ... | |
| Cat feeding schedule and nutrition/bringing him home | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: I am verry happy to say that I will be getting my first kitten in 3 days!!! He has his first set of ... A: Congratulations on your new kitten! I’ll list your questions and then my recommendations. Q. Will ... | |
| How many cat treats is too many? | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a very important question that I hope you can answer. How many treats are safe to feed to a ... A: Although it depends on exactly what the treat is, generally, treats should make up no more than 10% ... | |
| feral/stray cats | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I have about 20 adult cats living in my yard that I have been feeding daily since they were kittens. ... A: I'm very sorry to hear this. Ferals can be made into house cats, but not in 30 days or less. It ... | |
| Feline Luek question | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I attended a pet adoption day Saturday and I was looking at some of the pets. I held a kitty and it ... A: Sorry for the delay in my response. Your cat should not be at risk. Because the leukemia virus is ... | |
| Cancer | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: I have had 2 cats with gum and jaw cancer - both males. Thought it odd. My female who lived to be ... A: I'm so sorry to hear of your bad luck. I understand your reluctance. It's hard to understand how ... | |
| poorly kitten | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: recently adopted a 3 month kitten from Cat Protection. She has a rattle and wheeze from her chest ... A: Asthma could be possible, but a respiratory infection is much more likely in a kitten of this age. ... | |
| blood from stitches | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: i'm enquiring if u think i need to ring the vet- its a sunday evening so don't want to unless ... A: This is a really difficult one to answer. It depends on how badly it's bleeding. If there is blood ... | |
| cat with swollen upper lip | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: My cat is 5, strictly indoor, fixed, overweight, declawed. I noticed two days ago her upper lip, ... A: This might indicate an allergic reaction, and while it's uncommon for cats to have this type of a ... | |
| My indoor cat has escaped! Help! | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: Smeagol, my cat of three years has escaped out of the house this past Wednesday, and I've been ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about Smeagol! You are doing everything that I would suggest. The only other ... | |
| 12 year old indoor cat | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I sent you a question the other day regarding my parents 12 year old female cat that got out and you ... A: Some cats can be a little spooked by the experience, so keeping them isolated to one room for a few ... | |
| Feral tomcat behavior | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: There is a tomcat that is feral and I have been feeding all of them. A feral mother brought her ... A: Tomcats can be a little unpredictable, but in general, they are not going to gravely harm kittens at ... | |
| 12 year old indoor cat | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I sent you a question the other day regarding my parents 12 year old female cat that got out and you ... A: I never received this question the first time, so I think something must have gone wrong with All ... | |
| ill kittten | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: We rescued a mother cat from a rural area who had been abandoned by her humans, was living in ... A: I'm concerned that the swelling around the kitten's joints, as well as her failure to grow, might ... | |
| Newborn Kittens-3 days old | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: My bengal recently had a litter of kittens 3 days ago. When I found her and the kittens she had 3 ... A: Diarrhea in newborns is difficult to treat. The little one should see a vet. In some cases of ... | |
| My cats become withdrawn | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: My cat only comes home once a week and hes becoming feral and withdrawn he knows who we are but he ... A: Is your cat neutered? Cats are most likely to roam away from home for long periods when they aren't ... | |
| hemalayan persian constant illness | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: i have 4 cats at home 2 parents (age 3.5 y) and 2 offsprings (2.5 years).my problem i face is with ... A: I suggest to have this cat tested for the feline leukemia and feline AIDS viruses. These are two ... | |
| feral spayed indoor cat | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: Our spayed, indoor, feral cat which we have had for over 1 year has started to "pee/spray" on our ... A: I'm not sure whether her behavior has to do with the other one who had crystals. On one hand, ... | |
| cat's behavior | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: My cat for the past several days has had real strange behavior she has been licking and biting ... A: Many cats are allergic to fleas, and one single flea bite can result in an allergic reaction that ... | |
| Aggressive mother cat | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: My cat, Lucy, had a litter of 5 in May. She was the perfect Mum all throughout the birthing and ... A: She sounds miserable! I would have her checked out by the vet once again, just in case anything ... | |
| lost kittens | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: Over a year ago, a ferrel cat had three kittens under our deck. That mother has since dissappeared. ... A: Sorry to hear the kittens are missing. Sometimes you won't see kittens for a day or two, and then ... | |
| Feline herpes | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had to put a kitten that i adopted to sleep because he was diagnosed with FIP & now ... A: I'm sorry for your loss. No, there is no relationship between FIP and feline herpes. Feline herpes ... | |
| kitten likes to bite when playing | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: so my kitten likes to bite when we play with her. she loves attention and likes it a lot when we ... A: I don't know if it would be acceptable to you, but it helps in almost all cases if you provide the ... | |
| Newborn Kitten | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I recently took in a orphaned week old kitten that someone had dropped off at the rescue league i ... A: You should try to talk to the vet about prescribing an antibiotic cream to help heal the cut if ... | |
| Cat is twitching, moaning, and very sluggish | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a full-grown male Persian. I have had him about 2 and a half years now. He was full-grown and ... A: I'm sorry to hear he's doing so poorly. I don't know what's wrong with your kitty. I would be a ... | |
| Behavior Issues | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I recently moved to Modesto CA from Santa Cruz CA in August. My two cats that are from the same ... A: Ear infections can occur, which can cause an odor. Bacterial infections cause a very foul odor ... | |
| Heart? | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: My cat is a 3 year old orange tabby, and he has some health problems. First off, when we rescued ... A: Behavioral changes are almost always due to illnesses or stress, and I think in this case, a ... | |
| flea infestation | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: Family members are getting bit. What products are best to be using. Frontline, Advantage or ... A: Those are odd instructions on the Hartz powder! Once the Advantage is applied, you won't need it at ... | |
| Behavior Issues | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I recently moved to Modesto CA from Santa Cruz CA in August. My two cats that are from the same ... A: Sorry to hear about Benny. Button's reaction to the kitten is completely normal, especially ... | |
| flea infestation | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: Family members are getting bit. What products are best to be using. Frontline, Advantage or ... A: Capstar works the most quickly, killing fleas in about 4 hours, but then its efficacy begins to ... | |
| puncture wound | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: My 1 year old male cat was attacked by an unknown animal. He has a 9 mm wound to his side. Unknown ... A: If your kitty is up-to-date on his rabies vaccine (had a shot as a kitten), then there should be no ... | |
| Heart? | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: My cat is a 3 year old orange tabby, and he has some health problems. First off, when we rescued ... A: Surprisingly, cats with tooth and gum issues have a lot more trouble eating WITH teeth than without. ... | |
| kitten | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: we found a very young kitten outside it seemed fine when we found it 3 days ago but very weak now ... A: You should get this kitten to a vet right away. I'm not sure how old the kitten is. Powdered milk ... | |
| Adoping a few feral cats...placing them outside in backyard? | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I wasn't an animal lover before, but that changed recently. To make a long story short, a female ... A: Trying to treat fleas on ferals that you can't touch is difficult. Program would probably be the ... | |
| Heart? | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: My cat is a 3 year old orange tabby, and he has some health problems. First off, when we rescued ... A: I would be suspicious of heart problems, too. The most common type of heart disease in cats is ... | |
| my cat | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: my cat has started throwing up her food. i thought at first maybe i was feeding her to much. so ... A: Sorry to say, but she should see a vet. Vomiting continuously for more than a couple days usually ... | |
| kitten problem | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: I took in about a 3 week old kitten today and it cries constantly. I have been feeding it kitten ... A: Bubbles under the skin are called “subcutaneous emphysema”. Subcutaneous means under the skin, and ... | |
| Unusual behaviour of my cat | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 female cats, all more than 1 year old. Eldest of them, named Cookie, is showing strange ... A: If Cookie has been neutered, it sounds to me like she is sick. It's natural for cats who are ill to ... | |
| My cat died | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I had my cat for early 8 years, I rescued him from the streets when he was a kitten and he was ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about this! How awful. It would be impossible for me to say how your kitty ... | |
| small male cat | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: Good day Jessica. This is my first time asking a question here. I have a 2years old male cat. For ... A: It is felt by some that early neutering in some large breed cats could cause a cat not to reach his ... | |
| Feral Kitten & Cat Sicknesses | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: Since I moved here to Waterford CA (near Modesto CA) I have never seen so many hungry, sick feral ... A: Unfortunately, there isn't any way to get these babies the proper care they need without a vet. ... | |
| 18 year old cat has blood clots in urine | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: My 18 year old male neutered cat is hyperthyroid and is beginning to show the early signs of renal ... A: Poor Tucker! Sounds like he has been through the ringer lately. I assume a urinalysis performed? ... | |
| my stray cat just had kittens under my porch... | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I found a stray cat outside of my house a few months ago and i have been feeding her ever since. Her ... A: Some discharge can occur before the kittens are born, so potentially, they may not have been born ... | |
| 6 cats | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I have been caring for 6 cats for the last 6 months. I want to get their shots and spayed. They are ... A: On behalf of the cats, thanks for stepping in to care for them! As far as getting your hands on ... | |
| Squeek | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: Len here, It appears Squeek may be in some distress as her breathing has become extremely shallow ... A: Glad to hear from you, but sad it's on such terms. Squeek is in serious condition and needs to see ... | |
| What's wrong with my cat?? | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: My cat is usually really active, playful and cuddly. He also likes to eat. All of a sudden a couple ... A: Yes, a urinary tract blockage would stop your kitty from being able to pee at all. So the good news ... | |
| Cat - Muscle 'flexing' while sleeping | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: My cat Thomas will 'flex' his muscles while is is sleeping. It's not twitching, it looks like he ... A: He's most likely dreaming. Cats can get pretty involved in their dreams and do things such as chew, ... | |
| Kitten - tail hair loss | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: We have found 3 approx 4 wk old kittens. All three are missing most if not all of the fur on their ... A: It's not possible for me to say what the kitties are suffering - this will require a physical exam. ... | |
| Helping newborn kitten to deficate | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: We have a female stray we cannot catch to spay, we just found another litter of kittens a few days ... A: A vet visit sounds like a great idea. The little one definitely sounds constipated beyond treatment ... | |
| Cat absess | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: My 13 yr old tamed feral cat had what the vet called an absess burst under her jaw. I didn't ... A: Depending on its exact location, it may have been caused by dental disease. Serious tooth and gum ... | |
| cat is very wobbly in back legs and keeps falling over? | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: We have a 7 month old kitten. She has seemed a bit quiet for few days and have been concerned that ... A: Sadly, the neurological signs of FIP often come on in an instant, and that's what makes the disease ... | |
| Hand raising kitten | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: Saturday afternoon we found a litter of 5 kittens in my garage. Unfortunately only one was still ... A: Theoretically, mom should still be lactating for at least a few more days, and reuniting them should ... | |
| cat is very wobbly in back legs and keeps falling over? | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: We have a 7 month old kitten. She has seemed a bit quiet for few days and have been concerned that ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your little one! What a difficult time you're going through. I would ... | |
| cat | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: can you put a cat in a chinchilla ball and give it a dust bath? would it hurt the cat or would it ... A: I'd say intentionally doing that could end up borderlining on cruelty to the cat. Behaviorally ... | |
| handling my 9 week ferel kitten | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: My lovely 9 week kitten started socialising properly when we got her about 10 days ago. prior to ... A: Yes, definitely keep her in one small, isolated area until she is comfortable being handled. When a ... | |
| handling my 9 week ferel kitten | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: My lovely 9 week kitten started socialising properly when we got her about 10 days ago. prior to ... A: The short answer is, grab her. Cats are creatures of habit. Those on the nervous side will ... | |
| Premature cat birth | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: My cat is giving birth and she's only been pregnant about a month, she' only had one, but it seems ... A: This definitely requires the attention of the vet. If your cat hasn't delivered the kittens, she ... | |
| About Ring Worms | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: I've made research about ring worms and their effects on animals especially domestic cats. But I've ... A: Most cats with ringworm are intensely itchy, so scratching is a common symptom. The skin typically ... | |
| kitten food | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: Hey Jessica, so my kitty is about 11, 12 weeks now. im feeding her Felidae wet food and chicken soup ... A: I personally would recommend that cats eat more wet food than dry. It's healthier for them. Cats ... | |
| My cat Sebastian | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: He has been drooling. After he uses the litterbox lately, he looks distressed and his penis is ... A: Poor Sebastian! He definitely needs to get to a vet. I'm not sure whether the two issues are ... | |
| Our Bengal Cat's meow is gone! | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: We have a female Bengal Cat that is now 6 years old. Over the last few days her meow has changed to ... A: Cats can suffer laryngitis, just like humans can, and it's typically caused by an upper respiratory ... | |
| Personality Change in Cats | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: I've had my cat since she was two months old- she just turned one year old this month, and recently ... A: I'm concerned that your cat might be suffering some sort of pain. A change in personality like this ... | |
| Mother Cat Has Diarrhea | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a mother cat whose kittens are just under 3 weeks now. She did great during birth, as this ... A: Unfortunately, mom needs to see a vet. Cats can become easily dehydrated with diarrhea this severe, ... | |
| Siamese Female 19 yrs old still going into heat? | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: We have an un-fixed female 19 yr-old Siamese, Pandora, who has resumed going into heat. She started ... A: Cats don't reach menopause as humans do. Many cats will continue to go into heat for life, although ... | |
| Chronic Diarrhea and Severe Weight loss | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old stray cat that has a moderate mouth disorder (gingivitis/stomatitis) and mostly ... A: It will take several days for these medications to start making a very noticeable difference. ... | |
| Bathing a cat. Defleaing | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: My cat has fleas again, even after I removed them the first time via a bath with dawn soap. She is ... A: I found that I was a lot less likely to get injured once I stopped kneeling over the tub to bathe my ... | |
| Chronic Diarrhea and Severe Weight loss | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old stray cat that has a moderate mouth disorder (gingivitis/stomatitis) and mostly ... A: Sorry to hear your kitty is doing so poorly! The Flagyl is a really good idea. It will help ... | |
| Feral cat looks sick | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: There has been a feral cat living outside of my house for about 6 years now. She has produced 5 or ... A: Unfortunately, it sounds like this kitty needs antibiotics, and there isn't anything you can slip ... | |
| kitten likes to bite when playing | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: so my kitten likes to bite when we play with her. she loves attention and likes it a lot when we ... A: This is a common problem. The first thing you should do is to be sure that you never use your hands ... | |
| cat problem peeing | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: the last couple days i noticed her stand over stuff or in the bathtub like she was tring to pee or ... A: The idea with cranberry juice is that it's supposed to lower urinary pH (make it more acidic), and ... | |
| Im terrified... my cat may be dying | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: First of all I want to thank you for even reading this. I took my 10 yr old male orange tabby ... A: Definitely cancel the dental procedure for now. I agree that Edward isn't in good enough shape to ... | |
| adopting stray kitten | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: a stray cat (not 100% if feral or stray just guessing on behavior) moved in under my mom's ... A: I can attest to the fact that most any cat can be tamed with some effort, regardless of age, but the ... | |
| My cat's recent delivery | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My cat was formerly an outdoor cat. When she became pregnant for the second time, my husband and I ... A: In short, yes. It's possible that she has delivered all of her kittens, and things are just fine. ... | |
| food craving | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My 13yr old healthy cat "Ginger" has an unusual craving..she loves butter! I have been giving her ... A: In general, butter is no harm to cats. In fact, the fatty acids in butter might even help to ... | |
| cat problem peeing | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: the last couple days i noticed her stand over stuff or in the bathtub like she was tring to pee or ... A: It's possible the vets were wrong. Sometimes it takes more than one urine sample to detect crystals ... | |
| 6 Month old Female cat bleeding and peeing | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old cat (approximately) that I found being tortured by neighbor kids. Lately she ... A: Yes, in my area, there are several charities that are set up. Some of them are set aside for ... | |
| Swollen Paw Pad | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: My eighteen year old cat recently had an accident in the house as I think he stepped on a displaced ... A: The Convenia should really have had the infection improving greatly within about 48 hours if it was ... | |
| 6 Month old Female cat bleeding and peeing | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old cat (approximately) that I found being tortured by neighbor kids. Lately she ... A: Is this kitty spayed yet? If not, it sounds possible that she could be having reproductive problems ... | |
| aggressive adult to my other cat after neutering | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: Peppy is an adult male I'd had since a kitten but disappeared for several years. Returned quite ... A: The best thing you can do is to keepy Peppy locked away in one room right now until Buffy feels ... | |
| Cat & Computer | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: I am sure you have been asked this a thousand times so I apologize in advance for taking your time. ... A: Actually, there is still a ton of guessing going on about why cats like to sleep on objects. It ... | |
| Kitten lossing weight drastically | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I have quite the problem going on right now. An outdoor cat that has kind of adopted us had kittens ... A: It will be okay to feed him baby food and Nutri-Cal until Tuesday. The vet can then give you a ... | |
| hair loss | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: last night when i play with my 9 weeks siamese kitty, i found she lose a lot of hair and my bf says ... A: Kittens will start to shed their fuzzy kitten fur and grown in some more rigid, shiny adult hair as ... | |
| cats eating in the litter box | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: month old), and today, my three month old began eating her own feces as soon as she was finished ... A: The consumption of feces is called coprophagia, and in most cases, it's strictly a behavioral ... | |
| Kitten lossing weight drastically | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have quite the problem going on right now. An outdoor cat that has kind of adopted us had kittens ... A: I'm sorry to hear about Tubby and that you didn't qualify for Care Credit. Unfortunately, he really ... | |
| semi feral mama cat | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: After 5 months I got the feral cat to accept us and she after that brought us her 3 babies and had ... A: That's strange behavior! Feral cats are usually very accepting of other cats, especially of those ... | |
| My cat Kyra | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: My cat Kyra is 18 and one half old. A few days ago, she stopped eating, and is only drinking water. ... A: Sorry to hear Kyra isn't feeling well. She should see a vet. There are a number of reasons why she ... | |
| Low electrolytes | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: My cat had a seizure of some sort on Monday. Blood work came back fine except for low electrolytes ... A: An electrolyte imbalance can cause neurological problems such as seizures. If she was severely ... | |
| Cat has started eating quite a lot | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: My nuetered male cat is 5 years old and in good health. He is predominantly an indoor cat and his ... A: The first thing that we suspect in cats of this age would be an intestinal parasite, especially ... | |
| A kitten | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: My niece squish my kitten and now it has a hard time breathing; at least that's what it looks like ... A: This kitten needs to get to a vet immediately. The kitten could be suffering internal injuries. ... | |
| New kitty old kitty | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I so want my two babies to get along but my oldest baby 11 months old and my newest baby 8 or 9 ... A: It sounds most likely that she's afraid of your male. If there's any possibility of renting a dog ... | |
| Peeing | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I have a 1 year old male cream point Birman cat. In the first few months that we had ... A: The most common reason for inappropriate urination is pain. This can be caused by infection, ... | |
| mjssing my kitty | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: My cat has been missing now for 7 days. It's not like him to wander far. I miss him deeply and i ... A: I'm sorry to hear your pet has gone missing. If you haven't posted flyers at your local ... | |
| Pregnant Cat | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: My pregnant cat, who is feral, has had very bad diarreha for the past 3-4 days. For the last two ... A: I always have to advise to err on the side of caution with pregnancies. It's excellent that the ... | |
| New kitty old kitty | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I so want my two babies to get along but my oldest baby 11 months old and my newest baby 8 or 9 ... A: It's important that the two be introduced properly, and that means keeping them separated for a ... | |
| Family doesnt like Kristen anymore | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I have quite a delimma. I got Kristin when she was only a 3 week old kitten now shes about 6 months ... A: There are some no-kill shelters in some areas. Most of them have waiting lists, though, as they can ... | |
| Feline Nutrition | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I also rescue feral cats and kittens in N Cyprus where the average cat is actually of Turkish origin ... A: So sorry to hear about the little ones. Blood group incompatibility is a possibility. This can ... | |
| Feral cat with broken tail | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I recently trapped a feral cat, had her spayed, and returned her to the colony. She was fine when ... A: Licking the anal area could be an indication that she's cleaning herself in response to the urinary ... | |
| Tom | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about my cat. He is 12 years old and went into the vet about a month ago. He got ... A: You can try this method. This might help you determine if there is blood in his urine, but it won't ... | |
| Cat with wierd purr. | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: My cat Theo has a really squeaky purr he sounds a bit like a bird is he ok? A: Cats' purrs come in all different pitches, and some even combine their purrs with chirps of pleasure ... | |
| Parent's cat | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: My parent's have a really special cat that senses when my Mother is not doing well and has become ... A: Sorry to hear such a special kitty is going through this. As far as the eye, be sure to mention any ... | |
| cat problem peeing | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: the last couple days i noticed her stand over stuff or in the bathtub like she was tring to pee or ... A: The good news is that females almost never ever get blockages because their urethras are too wide ... | |
| Feral cat with broken tail | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I recently trapped a feral cat, had her spayed, and returned her to the colony. She was fine when ... A: It's always desirable to have a broken tail addressed by a vet, of course. I don't know if you ... | |
| Two old cats in a new home - What to do? | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: We have found ourselves with two cats and don't know how to get them to get along! Toffee is our 3 ... A: Two days is definitely not enough for the two to adjust to each other. In general, people must keep ... | |
| New Kittens/Outdoor Cat Mom | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: There is a Cat that has taken up residence in my back yard and gave birth to three kittens two days ... A: It would be fantastic if we could allow mom to raise the babies all along. It's best for the babies ... | |
| bengal cats | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: im seriously allergic to cats, so is my dad we get breathing problems and puffy red eyes etc. but ... A: Most people are allergic to proteins present in cat hair, skin and saliva. Allergies tend to be ... | |
| New cat is leaving small bits of poop around the house. | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: We recently adopted a cat from a local shelter to keep us and our other cat company. Everyone gets ... A: This is a horrible question to have to think about, but how is the texture of the poop that you ... | |
| my cat has a lump | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: my cat who is 12 years old, has a lump (not hard) by her front teat. She recently had a kitten (3 ... A: A lumpy texture in the mammary area can be considered normal in some cats and is usually the result ... | |
| Senior Cat is Vomiting | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 17 year old cat who recently started vomiting brown liquid, with a very intense odor. It ... A: This is very disconcerting. I can't say I know what's wrong with your kitty, but I would be ... | |
| kitten | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I found a kitten who was infested with fleas so we dipped her now she is twitching what does this ... A: It sounds like your kitten is having an adverse neurological reaction to the dip. Take a ... | |
| Sickness after series of vaccinations | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: My cat Mindy is 8 years old and has been a natural cat her entire life (when she was a kitten was ... A: If I could get my hands on that vet!!! Don’t beat yourself up – my vets have pulled things over on ... | |
| Stray kitten | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a stray tortie kitten about 4 months old she showed up 1 day on my patio because I have other ... A: I'd be worried about her. It sounds like she’s pretty lethargic compared to the other cats, not ... | |
| abandoned kittens found? | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: Two newborn kittens are in my backyard with no mother around. It's been about 3 hours and she hasn't ... A: I wish I had seen your question before the sun went down. Waiting two days is ridiculous! No ... | |
| Tom | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: my cat was supposed to go to the vet today for a urine sample. But, I had asked my mom to cancel ... A: It's usually hard to see blood in the urine when the cat is still using the litter box. Very often, ... | |
| Botflys | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: ..I was wondering if you could answer my question about botfly removal and treatment for cats. After ... A: If there's absolutely no way for this kitten to be seen by a vet, the safest thing to do with a ... | |
| end of my tether | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a female Bengal cat that is 2 years old. She has been an inside cat for two years and we have ... A: I would recommend that you do an internet search to see if a product called Cat Attract is available ... | |
| 5 months kitten - spasm's / tremors | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I really hope you can help. I have a 5 month old male tabby kitten who appears to have an illness ... A: Hmmm, I would be suspicious that his increase in water consumption might be linked to his fever. ... | |
| Cat health | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: I am fostering a cat for a friend and she has clear fluid leaking from her nose and mouth, What is ... A: Yes, I would advise taking her to a vet. I can’t say for sure what the cause would be. Cats can ... | |
| 5 months kitten - spasm's / tremors | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I really hope you can help. I have a 5 month old male tabby kitten who appears to have an illness ... A: Sorry to hear about the little one. One question for you. Vets usually run an FeLV test in ... | |
| Newborn Kittens | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I have two kittens who are 4 days old. They weigh 3 and 3.5 ounces. Their mother is able to clean ... A: Your vet's information is not terribly accurate. Cats undergo emergency c-sections/spays very ... | |
| 4 week old orphaned kitten | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: my 2 year old tortiose shell cat recently had 5 kittens deliverd by ceserian due to complications in ... A: You should get this little one to the vet. It's uncommon for cats to have true runts. Most often, ... | |
| My cats breed | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I don't know what type of cat I have.he is all black but when he is in the sun he is a ... A: It sounds like you have a domestic short hair. This is a name given to cats with short hair who ... | |
| 3 week old kitten | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: Even till yesterday my three week old kitten was nursing fine. Mama cat is quite diligent with her ... A: It does sound suspicious that she might be constipated. Without confirming that, however, there is ... | |
| Tom | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I think I asked you something the other day about my cat, Tom. Tom went to the vet on Tuesday and ... A: It depends on what kind of blood work you had done. There are some very specific blood tests that ... | |
| Possible Fip cat | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I recently have taken my 3 yr old cat to the vet with eye problems and weakness and head tilting on ... A: Sorry to hear about your kitty! This isn't to say it can't happen, but none of my FIP cats have ... | |
| Siamese male behavioral problem | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old chocolate point male Siamese cat who has recently developed a disgusting new ... A: Does the room that houses the litter box also house any supplies for the dog, such as the dog's food ... | |
| cat birth | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: my cat has had two litters in the past. this time she has given birth to three kittens so far and ... A: It's always a concern when a cat gives birth to a stillborn litter, because we're not sure what the ... | |
| training a 3yr old male bengal | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: We rescued Ben-ji from a meth lab about 3 yrs ago. He is a lovely fellow, we have given him lots of ... A: I assume Benji is neutered? If not, definitely have this done right away. Unneutered cats are much ... | |
| Calici virus symptoms | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: My 10 year old male cat, Boo, was recently diagnosed with the calici virus, which he most likely ... A: It can be a good idea to separate cats when one is having severe symptoms of calici, because there's ... | |
| 6 weeks old kitten throwing up white creamy stuff | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: a little while ago, i saw my mixed siamese kitten throwing up little white creamy/foaming stuff ... A: This little one is too young to be suffering from hairballs yet. It takes a hairball around 6 ... | |
| Cat with dementia | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an 18 year old DSH neutered male cat with advanced feline dementia and kidney disease to ... A: I’m so sorry to hear you and your cat are going through this. He sounds like he has led a full ... | |
| My kitten has 2 slit pupils | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I just got this orange kitten and he has 2 slit pupils and behind that very little light yellow ... A: I’m not sure if you mean that both eyes have slits for pupils, or if you mean that each eye has two ... | |
| My cat won't let me sleep! | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: My Cat Nunu is a 17 yr old Calico. She meows at night like she is in heat. She is is spayed, in good ... A: Her loss of eyesight could be the cause of her behavior. A lot of cats will become distressed ... | |
| can cats pull a muscle? | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I went away for a day and it stormed while I was gone. When I arrived home and went to pet my cat ... A: Cats can certainly pull muscles or suffer from sprains. Depending on how old your kitty is, she may ... | |
| Lost cat in home | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I have cats in my apartment. neither of my cats show head around anywhere. They like to hide under ... A: If it's impossible that they have escaped through an open window or snuck out the door when someone ... | |
| Tom | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a questiong about my 12 year old cat, Tom. I have noticed Tom's back is looking skinny. I ... A: Constipation can be caused by a diet change. I would mention this to the vet. It could also ... | |
| Tom | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a questiong about my 12 year old cat, Tom. I have noticed Tom's back is looking skinny. I ... A: It's quite possible Tom is suffering from an over-active thyroid. All cats (and people, too) have a ... | |
| What is the difference? | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: What is the difference between a leopard and a jaguar? A: There are several differences between leopards and jaguars. One of the main differences is their ... | |
| is it safe for older kitten to be near newborn kittens? | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: about 12 weeks ago I took in a momma cat and her newborn kitten. While waiting for a spot to open up ... A: It's really unhealthy for mom to be nursing him along with the other litter. Five kittens will be a ... | |
| 5 month old kitten problem with eyes | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I began fostering a 3 day old kitten who is now 5 months old and grew very attached and decided to ... A: This isn't meant to replace a vet's advice, because I would strongly recommend a vet visit as soon ... | |
| Manx cats - breeding? | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I have two Manx kittens- one is 4-1/2-5months old?-( male) the other is about four months old ( ... A: Since the male has some length on his tail, it should be fine to breed the two. It's just the ... | |
| Lump in my cats ear | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: ! I sure hope you can help me. I have noticed this lump in my cats ear(right as you enter the ear ... A: It sounds likely to be a sebaceous cyst. These are growths that are filled with a waxy substance ... | |
| Manx cats - breeding? | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I have two Manx kittens- one is 4-1/2-5months old?-( male) the other is about four months old ( ... A: What a cute pair! The first thing you should know about the pair is that if they're both tailless, ... | |
| low wbc | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: my cat ( about 8 yrs old) has not been eating for a week now. took her to the vet and did some blood ... A: I'm glad she tested negative for FIV and FeLV. Some other things to be concerned about are cancer, ... | |
| cant get the kittens start to wean | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: the kittens are 4 weeks already and started to drink water about 5 days ago. but the mother cat ... A: The mother is still going to allow the kittens to nurse even when the kittens begin to eat. The ... | |
| full to dull cat hair | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a female cat that had beautiful, full, colorful, long hair but since she's had her babies 4 ... A: Cats can suffer some nutritional loss from nursing their babies that can result in dull fur. It's ... | |
| Cats not getting along! | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: Okay first off we are a family of three it me my husband and our three year old daughter. We have ... A: Have you had Oji to the vet to see if she's spayed? Some spayed cats do remain aggressive, but this ... | |
| finding cat pee now-HELP | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 yr old persian mixed cat and just took in a a Russian blue 5 weeks old. A friend works at ... A: Well, the kitten is very, very young, and I would almost bet some money that she is responsible for ... | |
| cat poop | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: how often does a newborn cat poop in a day? A: Usually a newborn will poop at least once or twice a day, but sometimes they will only poop once ... | |
| Cat discharge | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: I have adopted a kitten about 3 months old from some people who were looking after her. She has a ... A: This isn't normal for a 3-month-old but could be normal for a kitten a few months older if you don't ... | |
| feral cats | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I am writing this because I don't know what to do anymore. I have the luck of feral cats ending up ... A: Sorry you find yourself in this predicament. Animal Control will euthanize the cats. The best way ... | |
| mother cat needs? | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: my mother cat lately meows a lot to us and she also make "emm..enn.." sound. we thought she wants ... A: There's not too much you can do for mom. For the kittens, it would be okay to put some food in ... | |
| kitten aggression | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 yr old persian mixed cat and just took in a a Russian blue 5 weeks old. A friend works at ... A: Most kittens outgrow food aggression. As kittens, they practice all sorts of skills they may need ... | |
| mother cat needs? | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: my mother cat lately meows a lot to us and she also make "emm..enn.." sound. we thought she wants ... A: That play area looks great! Do you think the mother could be in heat again? In case you aren't ... | |
| How can I better socialize my cats with my semi-new cat? | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I presently have five cats: Neo, a tabb that is about 8 yrs old male neudered; Tenten, a long hair ... A: I'm glad you find declawing an unacceptable option. Despite what anyone may have told you, it's not ... | |
| 12 year old Persian | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: My dear 12 year old Persian male cat (castrated) has been ill lately. Prior to this he has always ... A: Sorry to hear of his diagnosis. Some kidney diseases are more common in Persians than in other ... | |
| maine coon | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: my maine coon cat is passing yellowish discharge from her vaginal area what is it A: It sounds like she could have a vaginal or uterine infection. You should get her to a vet ... | |
| litter box | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: so the kittens are exactly 3 weeks old now today. i found that the mommy cat is having some trouble ... A: Yes, the little ones should have a litter box nearby. It should be a shallow one with just about an ... | |
| disorientated kitten | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: Where I live at a villa in Spain we have a lot of feral cats come to us for food and water. what ... A: The kitten really should see a vet right away for a proper diagnosis and treatment. There are a ... | |
| 16 yr. old cat on hunger strike while owners were away | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: My inlaws cared for my 16 yr. old cat while my family was away on vacation for a week. They came to ... A: I bet some fluid therapy would REALLY help your girl. Do you think you could manage a vet visit, ... | |
| older cat not eating | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: i know this is a similar question to one already asked, but my older cat REALLY wont eat. not Hills, ... A: You should feed him whatever he'll eat for now, as long as it's not prepared with anything toxic, ... | |
| is my kitten blue or blue cream point? | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: our mommy cat is a black and white bicolor and among 4 kittens she had, there was 2 bicolor kittens ... A: Oooohhhhh, so cute! What you have there is a little blue point! My favorite of all! I love the ... | |
| what breed is my bobtail kitten? | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: About a month ago I got a little bobtail kitten from a good friend of mine and would like to know ... A: It's really difficult to say. Bobtailed cats show up in random litters naturally from time to time, ... | |
| kitten | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: i have feral mamma cat who birthed 5 kitties and today 1 was wobbly and keeps falling down she is ... A: The kitten really should see a vet right away for a proper diagnosis and treatment. There are a ... | |
| food for kittens | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: the mommy cat started to eat more today after i mixed some kitten dry food, friskies can food and ... A: The kittens will probably want to start experimenting with food around four weeks old. But at this ... | |
| NERVE INJURY | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: My 3-4 months old kitten's right hind leg became limp one day ago after receiving an injection from ... A: I wouldn't bandage up the leg or apply a splint, because the extra pressure may cause more harm than ... | |
| Feline Nutrition | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I also rescue feral cats and kittens in N Cyprus where the average cat is actually of Turkish origin ... A: The livers are okay, but I would discourage feeding the chicken heads. Wings would be better. In ... | |
| wounded cat hair loss | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: my one year old cat was bitten by a big domestic male cat. near the areas of bitten her hair are ... A: Stop giving her the Neomec tablets. These are poisonous to many cats, and the pests that the ... | |
| NERVE INJURY | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: My 3-4 months old kitten's right hind leg became limp one day ago after receiving an injection from ... A: Your vet seems to have a pretty good handle on things. The B vitamins, namely B-12, may help with ... | |
| cat loosing fur like crazy | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: She is very stubbron! my problem with her is that she isnt pooping iv been cleaning out her litter ... A: She is probably more afraid of the fact that she was scolded, and she doesn't realize what for. ... | |
| My Orange long hair Tabby cat was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: Three months ago my 16 years old Orange Tabby was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. Vet told me about ... A: I'm sorry for poor Lorenzo, this is a very strange story. I'm afraid I don't have any more answers ... | |
| Worms in Indoor Cats | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: We have three indoor-only cats. They have never gotten outside. All have been spayed/neutered and ... A: If the worm you found was long, it would not be evidence of a tapeworm, the kind of worm transmitted ... | |
| Thank you very much | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: Jessica I read your answer and I already took action on your advice, asked my vet about the ... A: You are doing the right thing for fleas - keep up the good work. For his diet, I like a food called ... | |
| My 11 y has black gums and such. | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old male cat that is completely grey, I just noticed that his gums are turning ... A: Your cat definitely needs to see the vet. Eating and drinking less, as well as weight loss, are ... | |
| outdoor cat/FIV | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: I live in the country and have an outdoor cat that is a very friendly cat, except with raccoons. I ... A: This is a very tough question to answer. An FIV+ cat should really be kept indoors because of the ... | |
| cat birth and mucus plug | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: my cat just passed within the last hour 2 large pinkish brown firm gooey things from her vagina, ... A: It's difficult to say for sure without seeing them, but it sounds like your cat has probably passed ... | |
| mother cat wont eat much at all | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: Our cat gave birth to 4 kittens 12 days ago. she is great with taking care of the kittens and ... A: Cats hide most of the symptoms pretty well, and not eating well is the easiest one to spot. Often ... | |
| cat loosing fur like crazy | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: She is very stubbron! my problem with her is that she isnt pooping iv been cleaning out her litter ... A: Losing a lot of fur can be a sign of stress or fear, and given her behavior, I would say that's what ... | |
| Milk from Mother Cat | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: My kittens are 1 day old.My family and me are feeding the kittens milk from the kitten mother.We are ... A: This is a very good question! It gets a little scientific. There is a sugar in all milk, called ... | |
| mother cat wont eat much at all | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: Our cat gave birth to 4 kittens 12 days ago. she is great with taking care of the kittens and ... A: I appreciate how much you love your cat and kittens, and you are willing to buy the best for them! ... | |
| Hind legs weakness in our 1 yr. old cat | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: our cat had severe weakness in his hind legs. (We got him at a cat shelter; he had a cold for a ... A: Since he has relapsed after being taken off the prednisone, which is a strong anti-inflammatory and ... | |
| kitten symptoms | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: Kristin is about 6-7 months old, a house cat, and is fed Wellness Core. We are not sure if anything ... A: A change in any of a cat's vocalizations can be a sign of illness, usually an upper respiratory ... | |
| Cat passing fur in cat feces | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: you helped me with my kitten Norwegian Forest's drinking problem, which you solved thanks very ... A: The aim of the hairball treatments is to get fur moving through the digestive tract and to keep it ... | |
| eyesight | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: how does a cats eyesight and sense of smell work one time we moved over furniture outside because we ... A: Cats see about as well as we do, just very differently. They don’t see the full spectrum of colors ... | |
| A Feral Cat I want to help | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: There is a white feral cat that I call Casper, I have been feeding him for the last two years, he ... A: Poor kitty! Unfortunately, most ear mite treatments must be either introduced directly into the ... | |
| 26 day old kitten not eating as much | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I have an orphaned 26 day old kitten that I've been bottle-feeding since she was 1 day old. She's ... A: Oh, good! I'm glad your detective work was able to reveal the problem, and that the baby doesn't ... | |
| Cat has wet backside & smells like urine | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 12 yr. old female cat (spaded) who has longer hair and we have her groomed a couple times a ... A: It would really seem that she's urinating on herself somehow. Some of the reasons why cats may sink ... | |
| kittens | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: my kittens eyes have opened but some of the kittens tend to have one eye shut in the corner to the ... A: This would seem to suggest that the kittens are suffering from some eye discharge, indicating a ... | |
| cats' whiskers | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: How many whiskers do housecats have? A: The number of whiskers cats have varies, but it is usually around 10-20 whiskers on each side. An ... | |
| 26 day old kitten not eating as much | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an orphaned 26 day old kitten that I've been bottle-feeding since she was 1 day old. She's ... A: I'm not sure why she'd be off, but that is definitely something to be worried over. Are her bowel ... | |
| Feral kittens | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: We are a foster home for the first time for a feral litter of 4. We were told that they are about 5 ... A: What you are experiencing is normal with a feral litter. I know it seems very unrewarding right ... | |
| 3 yr old cat rescued, stopped drinking | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I rescued a cat from a neighbor, and he knows me. He eats well, but he won't drink anything. I am ... A: It's believed that most cats don't get adequate hydration, and to combat this, vets recommend ... | |
| my cat has lost appetite to eat or drink | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I week ago I brought my cat to a vet who was vomiting. The cat has no fever we took the conservative ... A: Sorry to hear your kitty is going through this. I'm not sure what this "Pepto Bismol" shot was, but ... | |
| Urinating on the guest bed/couch | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: 2 strays, not ferals, adopted me %26 moved in. Mother %26 son. Both fixed, chipped, %26 licensed. ... A: You should call around to find a vet who's feral-friendly. Ask if they have many feral patients or ... | |
| re discharge from pregnant cat | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: i am fostering a pregnant cat i found in my yard. i have no idea how far alone she is. the vet said ... A: A thick, light brown discharge isn't normal. It tends to be a sign of infection. Sometimes the ... | |
| Older Male cat biting kitten on his neck | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I just recently adopted a male kitten, about 2 months old. I already have a 3 year old cat, male, ... A: It sounds like your older cat was probably just wrestling. You were right to separate the two since ... | |
| engorged nipples on my kitty:( | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: my cat Callie had kittens about 2 and a half months ago and we just got homes for all the babies. ... A: Cool compresses are the best to help reduce swelling if the cat will cooperate. Most kitties aren't ... | |
| kitten poop | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: My new little kittens' pooop smells so bad. What's up? He is only 6 weeks old. A: It may be due to his diet, since kitten food is very rich in fat and protein. But kittens very ... | |
| mother cat | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: we have a very friendly stray female in our neighborhood, she gave birth about 3 wks ago but sadly ... A: Cool compresses are the best to help reduce swelling if the mother will cooperate. This is a big ... | |
| wont nurse | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: This is our cats first delivery(we think one may have been reabsorbed) and she has been pushing over ... A: Oh no! First, check inside the baby's mouth for any deformities. Be sure he doesn't have a cleft ... | |
| female cat mating problem | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an eight year old female cat who is kittenless. Once she produced a litter of one kitten but ... A: Most cats will have active heat cycles until they die. Cats don't usually reach an age when heat ... | |
| CATS | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: My 12 year old female house cat had a bump on her back, near her tail. it seemed to be a little ... A: These lesions can be a sign of some forms of cancer, such as squamous cell and basal cell ... | |
| labor &delivery | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: This is our cats first delivery(we think one may have been reabsorbed) and she has been pushing over ... A: About an hour is the limit. If you still have no kittens by now, definitely get her right to the ... | |
| female cat mating problem | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an eight year old female cat who is kittenless. Once she produced a litter of one kitten but ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your cat. I understand spaying is not done in many countries, but with your ... | |
| puss | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: i hope you can help i have a half feral cap which has adopted us we didn't know to much about cats ... A: If you can't keep her indoors, chances are rather high she will have the kittens outside, especially ... | |
| After giving birth | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: My cat gave birth last night ..had 4 healthy kittens, Today she is breathing fast and ... A: It probably is not normal. Cats can easily tolerate temperatures of 35 degrees Celsius without any ... | |
| Siamese kitten that wont stop crying at night | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: I have recently adopted a 10 wk old half Siamese kitten. I am having a very difficult time getting ... A: I really recommend adopting him a playmate. Siamese and Siamese mixes don't tend to do well without ... | |
| My cat has a hole in the middle of his back | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: My cat has a small lump on the middle of his back. I didn't think anything of it at first until I ... A: I'm not really certain what's going on with your cat. One of the things that comes to mind is a ... | |
| sick feral kittens | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: We found 2 feral kittens 2 1/2 weeks ago. They did pretty well- we bottle-feed them and the only ... A: It sounds like their diets may have been uspet while they were boarding. I'm not sure how old the ... | |
| Ophthalmology question | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: A few days ago my cat's upper eyelid became slightly squint so she can't open her eye as widely as ... A: You should see a vet. Eye problems are usually not very serious when diagnosed and treated early, ... | |
| Injured Abandoned kitten | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I took my dog for a walk this morning and saw him jumping and pouncing near what turned out to be a ... A: The answer is yes, it is generally safe to do so. I assume you have done so by now, or else you ... | |
| tabby eye care | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I'm so worried! My 7-year-old beautiful tabby cat has gorgeous, huge, green eyes. A few months ago ... A: You may be right to be worried. This could just be iris hyperpigmentation - deposits of excess ... | |
| 2 yrs old Male cat and 4 yrs old female cat | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I were separates in the mean time I brought out female cat (4 yrs old) with me, he ... A: You should keep the cats completely separated for the first several days. Don't allow them to see ... | |
| Does that mean Kitty trusts me? | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday a Cat I've been feeding for over a yr, started meowing loudly from my backyard where she's ... A: It's really recommended that the kittens be fully weaned for at least 10 days before the mother goes ... | |
| Cat is pooping outside of the litter box | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: How might I get my 8 month old, 8 pound cat Bumbles to stop pooping outside of his litter box? We ... A: I'm so sorry to hear this! I apologize deeply, but I failed to recognize the significance of your ... | |
| Travel with a Russian Blue | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: We adopted a sweet RB female (2 yo) in March. She bonded 3 times with past owners only to be ... A: The poor dear! I'm so glad she was finally lucky enough to find someone to care for her. Travel ... | |
| Cat acting out towards Father cat after birth | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: My 11 month old cat named Morgan gave birth to 3 kitties on friday. The male cat(jack) was right ... A: This is a common reaction when one cat comes home from a day at the vet's. Jack is carrying scents ... | |
| cat with suspected ibd | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: my 5 year old cat has yellow, very smelly stools which can be very loose.she is thin but has a ... A: I've had several cats with IBD. Z/d is a good diet for these cats. I'm a little baffled about why ... | |
| My Kitten umbilical cord has puss | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: I noticed my female kitten's umbilical cord has puss what do I do? A: You should place hot, wet compresses on it several times a day. Soak a clean cloth in some hot ... | |
| sick cat? | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a mix breed cat and he's probably about 10 years old. He typically eats A LOT, and he wasn't ... A: I think you may be on to something about his kidneys. He is about the age when kidney failure ... | |
| 2 Ferals | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm so glad I found this site first of all. A friend of ours has a feral who had kittens and ... A: They're so adorable! The babies look to me to be about 3-4 weeks old. Their teeth might be the ... | |
| Cat loose stools and diarrhea out side litter box | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: My Maine Coon kitty is almost 5 years old. We have had him since he was a kitten. He never did bury ... A: You should have your kitty checked out by the vet, first. If he has diarrhea, he is probably ... | |
| older unspayed cats | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I manage a feral cat colony and a particular female cat had moved into another colony a few years ... A: I wouldn't think so. As you probably know, cats don't hit menopause like women do, and many ... | |
| Taking orphan kitties on airplane | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: i was recently given an orphan kitty by a friend. he is less then a week old and i leave to my home ... A: You would have to check with your airline to be absolutely sure, but with all the airlines I've ... | |
| controlling my cats poo behaivour | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 male cats, Alfie is 1year and 4months old and Willie is 10months old. Willie has started ... A: Pooing outside the litter tray usually indicates that the cat objects to something about the litter ... | |
| Bengal kitten | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 month old male Bengal. He often vomits after eating. About a table spoonful and the vomit ... A: I don't think you are worrying unnecessarily, and it would be a good idea to have him checked out by ... | |
| bleeding nipple | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 13 yr old femaile cat over the lastg few month one nipple has been swollen & blue, we took ... A: I'm not sure which lines your vets are thinking along. Did they give you a suspected diagnosis? I ... | |
| cat in labor | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: hello i have a cat that is pregnant and i beleave she is do now or in this week from the best i can ... A: Diarrhea with blood and mucus in it is not usually a sign of labor but can indicate an illness. ... | |
| mouth problem | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a six year old tabby cat and this problem has occurred two months ago or probably never went ... A: I don't think the answer should necessarily be putting her down, but the vet should probably suggest ... | |
| Maggots attacking kittens | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I have read some of the previous questions you have answered about cats becoming infested with ... A: Yes, get her to the vet right away, within the hour. Don't wait for an appointment - find a vet ... | |
| Female Cats Spraying - everywhere | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 female spayed cats, a British Blue and a snow spotted Bengal, both about 4 years old and ... A: Do either of the cats still exhibit any signs of estrus? It seems odd that the spraying begins at ... | |
| cat's leg immobile, eye turned brown | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: Our male cat, Jake, age 15 years has always been healthy except for dental/gum problems since birth ... A: I certainly know the feelings you are going through. Cats are so sneaky when it comes to hiding ... | |
| Alternate Method | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: This is another question concerning Teah, the stray cat that adopted us. We took her to the vet ... A: I would recommend first trying a product called Feliway. It's a synthetic pheromone, a hormone that ... | |
| cat's leg immobile, eye turned brown | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: Our male cat, Jake, age 15 years has always been healthy except for dental/gum problems since birth ... A: As you probably know since you have specifically inquired about it, homeopathy consists of a ... | |
| Urination problems in cats | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: What is the difference between spraying and inappropriate urination? And is one drug better than the ... A: Sorry for the delay in my answer, my internet was down. I don't doubt that Dr. Houpt is a great ... | |
| stray bottlefed kitten with ringworm. | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: and thank you for taking the time to read this as I know you must be very busy. I found a litter of ... A: Fortunately, ringworm can be treated at home in all but the most serious cases. To get rid of ... | |
| Depressed cat | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can help me. I had five cats and recently I lost one of them to chronic kidney failure. ... A: I'm sorry for the loss of your beloved cat. Loss takes its toll on all members of the family, and ... | |
| cat wont poop! | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: She is very stubbron! my problem with her is that she isnt pooping iv been cleaning out her litter ... A: You can try giving the cat a product called Laxatone or Petromalt. You can buy them at most any pet ... | |
| indoors or outdoors? | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: ! First of all I´d like to thank you for taking the time to read my question. I adore cats, however ... A: I'm not sure how your situation is in Spain, but here, we have screened windows and doors, so it's ... | |
| about 3 week old kitten n bowel movements | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: Stella my orphaned kitten my son found in the barn, with the mother n other kittens killed by ... A: Kittens who are fed formula after receiving natural milk are likely to suffer constipation ... | |
| Need answer before apt on Monday Please!? | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: I work for a vets office. I have an Abyssinian who has gingivitis/ periodontal disease. He had a ... A: In my opinion, absolutely not wrong. Abyssinians are prone to the oral disease, stomatitis, and ... | |
| Sick kitten | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: We adopted a 4 month old kitten last week from an animal rescue league. We have since discovered the ... A: I wouldn't recommend returning the kitten to a shelter. All of the illnesses you mention are ... | |
| nursing | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I have an older cat and then just got a new born that is now 12 weeks.. no relations at all and the ... A: Unfortunately, none of the answers will be enjoyable for you or the cats. You can try placing a ... | |
| Getting a second cat with limited space | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old female cat, and would appreciate an opinion on whether I should get a new ... A: There's never a 100% guarantee that a cat will get along with another cat you bring home, but 99% of ... | |
| Stray cat with a very bad bite | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: Last Thursday, after a couple weeks of trying, we finally we able to get close to a stray kitten ... A: So glad you found this little baby and were committed to saving him! So many would have given up on ... | |
| New cat | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: My daughter just adopted a 2 year old female. We have a couple questions. She weighs 10 pounds..a ... A: I'm not a big fan of Science Diet, either. I like foods that are low-grain or grain-free, ... | |
| post pregnacy heat in cats | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: Our cat gave birth about 2 weeks ago. When she is outside, the male cat follows her around as ... A: Yes, your cat can get pregnant again at any time. In most cases, cats don't go into heat until ... | |
| Rough Behavior | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have just recently gotten a new kitten and I have a one year old tabby cat named Remy. When I ... A: It sounds like Remmy is probably just playing, but he doesn't know his own strength. Because there ... | |
| feral cat and her kittens | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: A stray i got when she was 10 weeks old has been here with her sisters since july 09. Two are fixed ... A: Yes, you absolutely did do the right thing. It's sad when we have to separate kittens from feral ... | |
| URGENT ...Kidney Failure for our 18 year old cat | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: My cat, pinky, who we have had for the past 18 years, had just been diagnosed by a vet with severe ... A: I’m so sorry to hear this. I think the decision will be a very difficult one to make, and only you ... | |
| orphned cat | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: Hai Jessica, I have been adopting 3 orphaned cats , which was left abandoned by the mother as the ... A: Sorry to hear this. 28 degrees C is a little low for kittens of this age but not so bad. We like ... | |
| kitty | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: ...my cat has a red spot on tongue and cannot eat or clean....and he keeps his tongue a little bit ... A: A picture would be helpful, but the swelling/discharge on your cat's back really would sound to me ... | |
| Food aggression!? | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: I have never seen food aggression in cats.. I took in an orphaned 7 week old kitten. The litter was ... A: In general, everything a kitten does is an exaggeration! As kittens, they practice all the skills ... | |
| feral cat and her kittens | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: A stray i got when she was 10 weeks old has been here with her sisters since july 09. Two are fixed ... A: I'm not entirely sure of your situation. At first I read your question and thought maybe mom was ... | |
| Possible dried blood at tip of penis | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old neutered male cat. He is my baby, he is in good health now about a year ago he ... A: Cats hide things so well that when we do finally see a hint, it's usually an indication that ... | |
| could my 3 week old kitten be blind? | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I have 4 3 week old kittens. I'm worried about their eyes. They were matted shut by some kind of ... A: Severe eye infections most certainly can cause blindness. I have even seen kittens who've needed to ... | |
| new owner | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: Although very friendly he meows incessantly at night and they are not getting any sleep.Any ideas, ... A: This kitty is probably feeling a great deal of anxiety about the loss of his home and family, and ... | |
| Possibly torovirus | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: 2 of my 4 cats have had intermittant diarhhoea for several weeks, both have their 3rd eyes showing ... A: Torovirus would not have shown up on the fecal testing. Generally, you would need to run a very ... | |
| Cat Peeing | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I can't stop my cat from peeing on my rugs, I've had to throw the front door one away and now the ... A: You should first have your kitty examined by a vet to rule out urinary tract problems such as ... | |
| What now/ Squeak& bib | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: Bib has now started to vomit daily, which I attribute to cleaning up the kittens issues" poop and ... A: Hmmmm...the baby should be urinating and defecating on his own, now, and using a litter box. If mom ... | |
| kitten won't eat and cries constantly | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: A stray cat had kittens on my back step. I still have one of them and have been trying to feed her ... A: A fussy kitten is always something to be concerned about, and much more so when their appetite is ... | |
| Sudden Squint in a Burmese Cat | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: My Mum has a 10 year old desexed female Burmese cat. She is in good health generally but just ... A: A squint, medically known as strabismus, can be common in Oriental breeds such as the Siamese and ... | |
| Bottle Baby Constipation | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I know this is a common question for you... I read some older answers, but still feel I must ask ... A: I don't think that the heat emitter should have too much to do with his constipation if he’s had a ... | |
| 4 week old kittens w/ URI | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I'm fostering four 4 week old kittens and their mother and they have URI. They saw the vet about a ... A: Convenia isn't the ultimate antibiotic for a URI. It's labeled specifically for oral and skin ... | |
| Feral cat/update/kitten | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: It appears I've been adopted by a feral cat, that has become increasingly more friendly over the ... A: I certainly would begin introducing the kitten to Squeak now. The younger you get them together, ... | |
| Cat's throwing up bile | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: My 15 year old cat wouldn't eat so I took her to the emergency vet, the vet said her blood work was ... A: I think it would be a really good idea to proceed to the next step of diagnostics for your kitty. I ... | |
| Bengel kitten and strange eating habits | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a Bengel kitten, she is only a few months old. She likes to eat canned cat food but prefers ... A: My Bengals are not very adventurous when it comes to food at all, and it doesn't seem to be ... | |
| my pregnant cat has fleas | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: My pregnant cat has fleas and my husband gave her a flea bath using Sergeants gold flea & tick ... A: I would immediately bathe your kitty again using a mild dish soap such as Dawn or Palmolive. While ... | |
| one kitten born where are the others | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: i wonder if you could maybe help me some advice....I have an 11 month old female that unfortunately ... A: There are a few possibilities. One is just as you mentioned, that this kitten has been born as ... | |
| Does that mean Kitty trusts me? | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday a Cat I've been feeding for over a yr, started meowing loudly from my backyard where she's ... A: Any kind of contact you can encourage, verbal or physical, is helpful. Ideally, try to encourage ... | |
| My cats eyes changed color. | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I had a 6 year old cat who died early this year, he became ill and passed away, He had muscle ... A: I think leukemia may be a likely cause of your other cat's death considering all of his symptoms. ... | |
| Does that mean Kitty trusts me? | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday a Cat I've been feeding for over a yr, started meowing loudly from my backyard where she's ... A: I'm guessing the kittens are actually five weeks old, not months, right? Around five weeks is the ... | |
| Cat is pooping outside of the litter box | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: How might I get my 8 month old, 8 pound cat Bumbles to stop pooping outside of his litter box? We ... A: I think you went with the right choice. I once chose the exploratory surgery and biopsy. Cost - ... | |
| Kittens | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: Hello my cat just had new born kittens and I don't no when I should touch them and I don't think I ... A: Actually, handling the kittens every day from birth is the best way to make them great pets. Mom ... | |
| pregnant cat | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: My catis pregnant and I'm not sure if she's in labour or not? A: Signs of labor include a blood-tinged discharge, purring, rhythmic breathing, and the abdominal ... | |
| 3-4 week old kitten, bloated, possible coccidia constipation & enema's | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: We rescued an abandoned 3-4 week old kitten a week ago. She is so small I though she was younger but ... A: Generally, use lubricant laxatives, like the mineral oil, as more of a maintenance treatment for ... | |
| Companion | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: this week I will be going to pick up my first show kitten- a black and white Persian male. I have no ... A: There is the occasional situation where there is an exception, but I firmly believe that cats should ... | |
| fussy eating in siamese/ tabby | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: my tabby cross siamese is a very fussy eater.his moggy brother eats anything but he is very ... A: Has he been checked out by a vet? A fussy appetite is usually caused by some kind of physical ... | |
| Cat is pooping outside of the litter box | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: How might I get my 8 month old, 8 pound cat Bumbles to stop pooping outside of his litter box? We ... A: If he's crying before he defecates, it certainly sounds to me like he's having pain, and this would ... | |
| Itchy ears | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: one of my cats has had excessively itchy ears. At first we thought it was ear mites and we treated ... A: Yes, he should see a vet. This itching may be caused by allergies related to his diet or something ... | |
| Cat with urinary tract disease/deformed blatter | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: Our male cat (6 yrs. old) has blood/ bacteria in his urine, but no crystals. An ultra-sound last ... A: Surprisingly, some larger grocery store chains carry the Zuke's Hip Action treats for cats - that's ... | |
| new owner of a declawed cat | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I adopted a cat that is declawed. I would like some information on how to play with my declawed cat. ... A: Sorry for the delay in this answer, I didn't see the email notification. Cats have their unique ... | |
| Possible false pregnancy? | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: Short version: If a cat gains weight during a false pregnancy, how quickly does it go away? Is it ... A: I think it's probably most likely that she does have a litter somewhere. False pregnancies are much ... | |
| Pregnant Stray | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a STRAY Siamese pregnant cat. She came to me today. I'm not sure when she is due and how to ... A: Determining the due date of a stray cat is very difficult, indeed. A vet will have the best handle ... | |
| Feral cat/update | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: It appears I've been adopted by a feral cat, that has become increasingly more friendly over the ... A: No offense taken! If the kitten is ready to eat, let him eat! As I mentioned, I wouldn't trust him ... | |
| Worried that my cat has a UTI?? | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: My name is Danielle and I have two male cats, one being 9 years of age called Oscar. I am really ... A: How handsome he is! It's certainly possible that Oscar could have a urinary tract infection, so the ... | |
| cats | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 cats, a new mum female and her 12 month old male son, who is very giddy, i have put her in ... A: I wouldn't allow the male in with the mum and kittens. At times, males will harm and even kill ... | |
| Cat with urinary tract disease/deformed blatter | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: Our male cat (6 yrs. old) has blood/ bacteria in his urine, but no crystals. An ultra-sound last ... A: I would recommend checking with the vet about also adding in a supplement such as Cosequin, ... | |
| Question on Diet | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: This is kind of a dumb question concerning Benjamin, who has been discussed previously. (See Below) ... A: A little shrimp a few times a week isn't a threat, as long as it doesn't seem to be causing any skin ... | |
| Kitten with a big problem | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I Have 5 month old kitten. He has no tail. his mother is part minx and also has no tail. However his ... A: You'd have to consult a vet to be sure, but it's possible the kitten could be suffering a condition ... | |
| bottle feeding cats | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 ferol cats that live under my 100 year old home. They actually climb under the house & ... A: That is a very valid concern. The good news is that regardless of mom's disposition, the kittens ... | |
| 7 day old orphan w/ pus in areas | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I found a newborn in my yard 7 days ago. I have researched how to care for him and he appears to be ... A: Some vets like to add extra water or Pedialyte to the formula when kittens are constipated, but I ... | |
| bottle feeding cats | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 ferol cats that live under my 100 year old home. They actually climb under the house & ... A: The absolute ideal situation would be to live-trap mom and set her up with the babies in a small ... | |
| bottle feeding cats | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 ferol cats that live under my 100 year old home. They actually climb under the house & ... A: Do you have any estimate on how old the babies are? Here is a way to estimate their age roughly: ... | |
| sick cat? | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: okay my cat seems to be sick but we don't have the money to get her checked out so we're trying to ... A: There are many diseases it may be. Unfortunately, all will require a vet to diagnose. Some of the ... | |
| cat | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: i am going on holiday for a week in a months time, my neibor has kindly offered to feed my cat while ... A: The best idea would be to have your neighbor feed your cat, but to be sure he stays indoors the ... | |
| Little Kitten | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday a little boy had come to my house and said he found this little kitty in the woods all ... A: Constipation is common in kittens who are transitioning onto formula from natural milk. When they ... | |
| Introduction to Squeak | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I don't want to appear totally foolish but "BIB", which I decided to name the Feral which adopted me ... A: Why thank you, I'm flattered! Cats can be frustrating to introduce, especially as adults, but 99% ... | |
| 7 day old orphan w/ pus in areas | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I found a newborn in my yard 7 days ago. I have researched how to care for him and he appears to be ... A: I imagine you have heard back from the vet already today. If they did not put up an antibiotic for ... | |
| pregnant cat | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: My cat is pregnant and a week ago either her mucus plug or waters broke (very smelly) she still has ... A: Any discharge that your cat may have should never be smelly. It's quite uncommon for a cat's water ... | |
| Please help | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: This morning I found my cat panting and he was bleeding from penis ..I don't know what's wrong wiht ... A: I'm so sorry to hear this! Sometimes the only thing we can do for an injury like this is to be sure ... | |
| My cat doesn't eat anything and vomits all the time. | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: When we left on vacation, we had to leave our cat in a pet hotel. Before, he used to be really, ... A: I'm not sure what's wrong with your kitten, but he needs to get back to the vet right away. It's ... | |
| Kitten with cleft lip? | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: his nose is uneven and one nostril has a hole to his lip. but he seems to be eating and ... A: If the kitten is able to eat normally, chances are good that he will survive (if he survives beyond ... | |
| sick kittens | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you can give me some advise? I am currently living in Greece, about to weeks ago my son ... A: Sorry to hear the little ones seem to be doing poorly. I would keep the kittens on the Flagyl as ... | |
| language barrier between new deaf cat and hearing cat | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: 5 month ago my partner and I adopted a deaf cat from a shelter. This cat (female, approx 1.5 yrs ... A: I would recommend trying a product called Feliway. This can help reduce territorial tension. Visit ... | |
| Senior cat losing weight | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: 17 year old female maine coone cat has always been a bit of a vomitor but lately is vomiting more ... A: It's probably a sign of something more serious. Cats may lose muscle mass as they age. But ... | |
| Feral Kittens won't poop | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I took in 5 feral kittens from my neighbors garage a few days ago to foster, we've tried to catch ... A: Kittens can get easily constipated when making the switch from natural milk to formula. It does ... | |
| caty urinating/ waking me up | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a male cat that is 10 months old named Miles. I have had him since he was 3/4 weeks old, and ... A: These can be difficult issues to deal with. A lot of the destructive behavior sounds like it's done ... | |
| lonely 18 year old feral | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: We've had 2 ferals (both trapped and neutered) as part of our family for many years now. Simba is ... A: What a handsome pair! I feel for Simba. Losing Ricky after all this time must be very hard on him. ... | |
| 3 day old kitty & no mommy | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: Need help. Mommoy cat was killed, can't find the 2 other kittens, but do have 1 of them. Kitty was ... A: Sorry to hear about the mama. The kitten needs to eat formula specifically made for kittens, at ... | |
| Feral cat re; baby | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: It appears I've been adopted by a feral cat, that has become increasingly more friendly over the ... A: Well there are certainly treatments for all of these parasites. My disadvantage with this answer is ... | |
| Urinating on Beds | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: My 3 year old Siamese has been diagnosed with ARF - in January, his creatinine level was 1400 ... A: Was the cause of the ARF ever determined? I'd be a little concerned that he may be experiencing a ... | |
| Cay Pregnancy | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I took in an outside cat because I knew she was pregnant. She seems to be very close to giving birth ... A: It's good she had a kitten! But the feeding is a valid concern. Kittens really need to nurse ... | |
| Cay Pregnancy | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I took in an outside cat because I knew she was pregnant. She seems to be very close to giving birth ... A: This can be a sign of the onset of labor. Generally this will occur no longer than 24 hours before ... | |
| cat | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: my cat is just 2 years old iv just moved into a new flat,been now for 4 days,i let my cat out and ... A: Most cats, on their first time out, will immediately run back indoors, or at most poke around for a ... | |
| FELINE TRAUMA | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: JESSICA FIRSTLY, THANK YOU FOR READING THIS.I'VE SPENT HOURS TONIGHT (15.4.10) TRYING TO FIND SOME ... A: I don't think you're daft at all - stress weighs on cats in very much the same way it weighs on ... | |
| Nursing Queen with URI | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I'm fostering a litter plus their queen from the local SPCA for the first time. When I picked her ... A: The best one to check with on this is the vet who has been overseeing her case, but in my ... | |
| three week old kittens | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I have adopted a pair of 3-week-olds. WAY too young, I know, but they were ... A: It's difficult to say why the kittens would be so adverse to taking the formula. It could be ... | |
| Behavioural curiosity | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: At the beginng of the year I have reccieved a tabby x'd with maybe Burmese or Siamese, but he has ... A: You don't have an odd cat, but the reason some cats collect items remains a mystery to us. The best ... | |
| Feral cat re; baby | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: It appears I've been adopted by a feral cat, that has become increasingly more friendly over the ... A: Excellent news! Glad to hear the little one is growing by leaps and bounds. I don't remember if we ... | |
| elderly cat | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: We have an elderly cat – he is about 15 years old. About a month ago, when we went to clip his ... A: It all sounds right. I think removing any growth that could be of concern is certainly worthwhile, ... | |
| Rescued Cat amniotic sac protruding | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I do wildlife rehab out of my home and sad to say people dump their pets here at times. I have been ... A: Cats can enter labor and then go out of labor due to stress, or if they become exhausted, or if the ... | |
| newborn kitten hurt! please help | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: my 10 day old kitten seems to have hurt her arm it is very swollen & she cannot use it. she has been ... A: Such a large litter is very unusual! As you suspected, this could be the reason you've lost a ... | |
| my cat | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: my 14yr.old cat was dx with lymphoma to his back leg approx.1mo ago.he has been vomiting daily for a ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your kitty's diagnosis. The unfortunate part about lymphoma is that ... | |
| newborn kitten hurt! please help | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: my 10 day old kitten seems to have hurt her arm it is very swollen & she cannot use it. she has been ... A: Sorry I didn't get your question sooner. Were you able to get the kitten to the vet? If the leg is ... | |
| whisker breakage & eye discharge | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a fairly young (approx. 4 year old) cat who's whiskers break off. I don't think she has a ... A: Do you have any other pets? Whisker breakage like this is usually the result of another cat or a ... | |
| male cat dragging clothing around | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: i read the answer about the female cat dragging clothing, but mine is a male, part himilyan and ... A: Since we're not entirely sure what causes the behavior, it's difficult to break the habit. The best ... | |
| cat pulling out hair | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have been having this problem with my longhair over the past few weeks. I knew he had fleas so I ... A: Cats can develop allergies over time, and a flea allergy is the most likely scenario. Environmental ... | |
| cat cramps | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: my cat is 5 months old and shes been having stomach pains and she whines when i rub her belly. what ... A: You should have a vet examine your kitty. There are lots of vital organ that are vulnerable to ... | |
| my cat | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: recently my cat was acting & breathing funny..like she was choking on something...we thought it was ... A: Sorry to answer you so late, I had family in town for Easter. The general consensus is that we ... | |
| Worms | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a two year old cat who up until two days ago was acting fine. Two days ago she threw up some ... A: I agree with your vet that it's unusual for a cat to lose appetite due strictly to worms. Worms can ... | |
| twitching | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: do you know why cats eyes twitching? why do cats stick there paw in there water and then lick it ... A: Twitching eyes while asleep is normal. However, while awake, it usually isn't. The condition is ... | |
| My feral adoptee | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: Jessica: Shortly after your last response regarding the pinkish liquid, I had a newborn in my hand ... A: That's excellent - those babies that are handled from birth make the best pets. They open their ... | |
| My feral adoptee | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: Jessica: Shortly after your last response regarding the pinkish liquid, I had a newborn in my hand ... A: Poor Squeak! Feral cats are usually so accepting of other cats! I had a stray once who was equally ... | |
| cat who just gave birth | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: my cat gave birth yesterday to two kittens, and one undeveloped on still in a sack. She seems to be ... A: Congratulations on your babies! If her bowel movements continue to be loose for another day, she ... | |
| my cat | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: recently my cat was acting & breathing funny..like she was choking on something...we thought it was ... A: The antibiotics won't do anything to protect her from a perforation or an obstruction that the ... | |
| Kitty alone | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: please tell me if i can take my 2 months old kitten "MILO" out with me twice or three times a ... A: Taking a cat out and about with you is a great way to keep her flexible and open to new people and ... | |
| rapid eye motion | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a close to 14yr old desexed male cat who is exhibiting abnormal rapid eye motion combined ... A: You're correct, this would probably suggest something neurological. I'm sure there are a number of ... | |
| 9 yr old female with FLV | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: In Jan 2007, we adopted a 6 yr old (approx) feral kitty who we have loved everyday since. She was ... A: Most people wouldn't give a feral cat OR an FeLV+ cat a chance, let alone a feral, FeLV+ cat. But ... | |
| Feral cat | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: It appears I've been adopted by a feral cat, that has become increasingly more friendly over the ... A: Well that is good news! But what a mystery. A pinkish liquid is something you'd normally find no ... | |
| my cat's problem | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: my cat delivered 2 dead babies 4 days ago,she is 1 year old.but since then she is so aggitate and ... A: I'm sorry to hear this. It sounds like your kitty probably has some more kittens that have not been ... | |
| siamese vocalizing and color. | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a chocolate point male siamese, who is almost 2yrs old. For some reason he is extrememly ... A: As far as his excessive vocalization, it sounds like he may be suffering from some anxiety. Siamese ... | |
| my cat | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: recently my cat was acting & breathing funny..like she was choking on something...we thought it was ... A: It certainly sounds like that may have been the culprit! My further concerns would be that there is ... | |
| hi | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: i have a simes cat shes was pregnant n she had the kittens 2 days ago i wanna know when can i grave ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by "when can I grave them". But the kittens will start trying to eat ... | |
| ?Advice? | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: My cat (Kitty) is almost 11 in human years but, my problem is she is blind in one eye and completely ... A: While no light should be pointed directly into the eyes for prolonged periods for obvious reasons, ... | |
| nerve damage? | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: My almost 12 yr old female siamese is having trouble with her hind legs. I took her to the vet and ... A: An x-ray might be helpful for determining what's CAUSING the nerve damage. Sometimes a tumor, ... | |
| Breathing problems with my older cat | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: My cat, Spot has been having a really hard time breathing for about a month now. I made an ... A: Unfortunately, I don't have the training to read your kitty's x-ray. Also unfortunately, I have had ... | |
| Black Siamese | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 wk old black siamese.He is 4 weeks old and named Coal.I live in Ontario Canada.I totally ... A: I know there is work underway by a handful of breeders to establish the black Siamese as a breed. ... | |
| What's wrong with my Cat | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: Please tell me what is wrong and how to cure it. Our male cat has been having diarrhea and there has ... A: Your kitty definitely needs to be seen by a vet right away. Conditions of the bladder which cause ... | |
| cat and after birth | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: but we noticed today she is still bleeding slighty and walks funny and also lies down as if she is ... A: Small amounts of bloody discharge are normal for a few days following delivery. However, I'm very ... | |
| feral cat behaviour issue | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I was adopted by a young feral male 2005. Little did I know he was baiting me into taking over a ... A: Honestly, with my ferals that are still that tense, I have to slip them a sedative in some baby food ... | |
| kittens | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I have an outdoor cat that has had kittens in a hollowed out, rotten tree. I am worried about rain ... A: I think you have three choices. BEST CHOICE: You can move the kittens along with mom to an ... | |
| Vitiligo in Pointed Bengal | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 and a 1/2 year old, female, SLP (Seal Lynx Point) Snow Bengal cat. She seems quite strong ... A: Let's see if I can help. Q. What is your opinion, based on my description, on the Ringworm vs. ... | |
| 1-week old kitten | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I'm a new mummy to a 1-week old kitten (approx age). I have taken him to the vet twice and both ... A: Bottle raising a baby can be quite stressful! We never get more than a couple hours' sleep, any ... | |
| 1-week old kitten - bloated? | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: I'm a new mummy to a 1-week old kitten (approx age). I have taken him to the vet twice and both ... A: This is going to come as a shock - I believe the problem is that the kitten is not being fed ... | |
| Cat's kittens were killed | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: My cat Goblin had four beautiful kittens two days ago,it was her first litter.Yesterday they were ... A: How sad! Unfortunately, there is really nothing you can do for poor Goblin. Try to encourage her ... | |
| mom cat and kittens | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: my cat gave birth to 4 kittens yesterday afternoon. she let me go into the room, and even touch ... A: Many cats are very attached to their owners and feel especially needy for their attention during ... | |
| she gave birth again | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: My cat gave birth 2nights ago and had 2 kittens but they both died the next day.2 days since she ... A: glad to hear things seem to be going well now. It is normal for there to be some bloody discharge ... | |
| Cat breed ID | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: We have been feeding and providing outdoor shelter for a stray cat for the past few months. As I ... A: He is certainly beautiful! The truthful answer here tends to be unpopular. Unlike with dogs, 98% ... | |
| dont know if my cat is still pregnant | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: My cat gave birth 2nights ago and had 2 kittens but they both died the next day.2 days since she ... A: Yes, it's possible for cats to deliver some kittens prematurely and go on to carry the rest of the ... | |
| Cat birth | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: My cat delivered 2 babies about 11:30pm March 19, 2010. Her tummy still seems hard like she has ... A: Occasionally, cats do go out of labor for a day or two between kittens, and then labor resumes, the ... | |
| Cat Breed | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I adopted a kitten from the Humane Society about a 1.5 years ago. They said it was a ... A: I definitely agree that Ambush is of Siamese descent. Perhaps he is a Siamese mix (because purebred ... | |
| What ointment to use? | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: She seems a whole lot better!(saline water and once off use of Oxylin).The online order will take a ... A: The Maxitrol and the Terra-Cortil also contain steroids, so I wouldn't use these, either. However, ... | |
| Cat wiping bottom after a bowel movement | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: My 10 year old cat passes a bowel movement in her litter tray and comes out and wipes her bottom on ... A: It sounds like your kitty feels she has a dirty bottom when she leaves the litter tray, and this may ... | |
| huge round sore on cat | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend's cat has a huge round open sore on her side--i just saw it last night--he says its ... A: My goodness! Unfortunately, there are a lot of possibilities, ranging from cancer to a parasitic ... | |
| weight loss/won't eat | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: My cat Keenan has lost a significant amount of weight. I noticed it recently when I picked him up ... A: Ideally, Keenan should get to a vet. I certainly understand the money aspect of it, as I am ... | |
| territorial female | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: My 5 year old female torti is healthy (last vet visit less than 2 mos) She recently began "marking" ... A: When a behavior like this develops, it's best to have her back to the vet try ensure that it isn't ... | |
| Cat has swollen neck | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: My cat has a swollen neck, is lethargic, has a dry nose, and has the desire to eat/drink but is ... A: It sounds possible that this was caused by a crushing trauma around the neck, such as a dog bite, ... | |
| bengals | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: What is the difference between a b3n foundation bengal and a sbt? Is either one better than the ... A: I wouldn't be too worried. Kitties mature at all different ages, and there is a much broader range ... | |
| Cat eye problem | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: My female cat seem to have a slight infection/irritation in her one eye(lot of hayfever and grass ... A: I would strongly discourage the use of anything containing FML unless a vet looks at the eye first. ... | |
| cat losing fur biting fur | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: my cat is constently itching an biting her fur. She is losing her fur. She a hymalaian . We have a ... A: You should have your kitty checked out by a vet. Himalayans are more prone than other cats to a ... | |
| My Cat's Mean Streak | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a very bad behavioral problem with my 10 month old tabby cat Remy. I have had him since he ... A: I think you should have Remy see a veterinary behaviorist. I'm not entirely sure why he's so ... | |
| I think my pregnant cat is dying | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: my cat started labor friday and produced only half a tail that still today (monday) is hanging out ... A: I'm sorry you and your cat are in this situation. There is nothing you can do to save her without a ... | |
| eye pigement | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old mixed breed cat. For the last year part of the pigment in her yellow iris is ... A: I can't say for certain, but I think there's a very good possibility your cat has uveitis, an ... | |
| Gender selection | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I am planning to purchase a neutered male siamese kitten. I have a 13 year old cat (neutered) who is ... A: I haven't found Siamese to be especially guilty of spraying. I don't feel a Siamese will pose any ... | |
| Siamese (repetative) aggressive behavior towards new cat in house | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 yr old Seal Point Siamese, (Sting) & a 10 yr old Blue Birman, (Xcalibur - X for short). X ... A: I LOVE the Siamese breed. They are amazing companions, exceedingly loyal, entertaining, brilliant ... | |
| cats | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: my cat had kittens 5 days ago, i just wondered how early can i get the mum spayed? A: Technically, the mum CAN be spayed at any time if there is a high risk that she will become ... | |
| Please Help Me Quiet & Calm Kitty! | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: For the last month or so my four year old cat, Skunk, has begun meowing incessantly, sometimes for ... A: I think you and Skunk have something in common! It sounds to me like Skunk's behavior is being ... | |
| pregnant stray cat | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I have been leaving dry food and water on my back porch since I noticed this cat was pregnant. I ... A: I'm not sure how you feel about this option, but the ideal thing would be to trap her with a humane ... | |
| 5 months old cat pregnancy | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I got two kittens at home (kept indoors), one female and one male. i have scheduled an appointment ... A: It's not usually safe for a 5-month-old to carry a pregnancy and then later deliver the kittens at 7 ... | |
| Cat Labor & Kittens | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: Ok so this cat wanders up on my door step 1 month ago, I could tell she was pregnant, so now we are ... A: If your kitty hasn't settled down and delivered any more kittens by now, she should see a vet right ... | |
| My Cant Cant Have Wet Meat | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: Iv had my cat for over 2 years and everytime without fail if she has wet meat she gets diarrhea, and ... A: Cats are sensitive to food changes, so any variation in diet can cause diarrhea. If you want to ... | |
| cat died; renal failure; green/yellow vomit? | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: Our cat was 7 years old, and just died last night about a month after being diagnosed with renal ... A: I'm sorry you had to experience that. To be very honest, I think you just witnessed a typical ... | |
| cat ate 3 of 4 kittens won't feed 4th | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: Is this normal? Cat is a stray that my daughter fed and set up to birth her kitters in her bathtub ... A: I'm so sorry to hear this. Unfortunately, there's no way to know for sure whether there is ... | |
| cats pregnancy | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: however she is very large after having a check up at the vets all is well he said he heard plenty of ... A: Surprisingly, many cats don't seem very interested in their nesting areas. Many become very clingy ... | |
| cat w/ diabetes | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: im hoping u can help me with this question. my 13yr old cat vixen was drinking alot and urinating ... A: I don't feel this is an accurate enough way to detect your cat's glucose level before starting her ... | |
| bengals | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: What is the difference between a b3n foundation bengal and a sbt? Is either one better than the ... A: The offspring of a B3N and an SBT would be CON's. This means that they are the third generation ... | |
| my pregnant cat | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I am to believe my cat is in labor or acts like it. but her nipples is a light pink and are not ... A: Unfortunately, there is not so much you can do from home. Like with humans, exercise can help speed ... | |
| my pregnant cat | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I am to believe my cat is in labor or acts like it. but her nipples is a light pink and are not ... A: If the mammary area is not swollen at all, I would be concerned that she is not producing any milk. ... | |
| worms in 10 day old Kittens | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I am a little worried about my 10 day old kittens. They are rescue kittens and I am currently ... A: Do any other animals share this bed? If the kittens are only ten days old, they shouldn't be old ... | |
| What do you know about FIP? | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: Hey Jessica, it's jeff again. Got another question and would like your advice on this. I have a 2 ... A: I'm all too familiar with FIP. Because I specialize in special needs cases, I have battled with the ... | |
| how to deter cats | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: My neighbors cats (5) are using the dirt under my deck as a litter box, what can I do to deter them ... A: I know this is a frustrating problem. Is there any chance you could spread some coarse gravel over ... | |
| bengals | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: What is the difference between a b3n foundation bengal and a sbt? Is either one better than the ... A: B3N and SBT are Tica registration codes. To put it simply, the SBT is "purer" than the B3N. SBT's, ... | |
| neutered cat | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have seven cats in total, the first three are two females (anime and tiger) and one male (injured) ... A: You may yet see some benefits from the neuter. Sometimes it can take a few weeks for the ... | |
| mating | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: my cats been mating a few months and she hasnt got pregant is he putting it in the right place she ... A: It sounds like the matings are probably successful. Males have little barbs on their penis that are ... | |
| cat acting strange | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a question u might or might not be able to help me with, 2 questions actually.i have a cat ... A: Is there anything that she does in the kitchen that she could be requesting from you? Do you allow ... | |
| Kathy-black Siamese | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: My siamese cat mom (ivory body, brown points, blue eyes) just had a litter of all black kittens. ... A: It's highly probable that the father of these kittens was black. The kittens' coats are not likely ... | |
| Spayed cat going into heat? | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I had a feral cat living under my porch, Last June she was laying on my front porch couldn't move ... A: Well something strange is going on! The issues of blood in her urine and being in heat are ... | |
| Cat hasn't come out in a month | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I adopted a brother and sister (both 6 years old cats). I have had them for a little over a month ... A: I think you've given this kitty plenty of time to get used to her new surroundings. Since she's not ... | |
| help | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: Can cats eat cheese its. A: Healthy cats can have Cheez-Its as a treat if they like. There are no ingredients that are ... | |
| Swollen neck glands | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: My name is jeff and I rescue stray cats. I recently rescued 6 kittens that were left to fend for ... A: Well, if your other cats are up-to-date on their vaccinations, you can hope that they will dodge the ... | |
| Swollen neck glands | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: My name is jeff and I rescue stray cats. I recently rescued 6 kittens that were left to fend for ... A: Don't beat yourself up about it! I know how you feel. I have been through all those same emotions. ... | |
| Cats, some type of infection several cats | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: my wife has several cats many more than what we should have. I am disabled and receive no income and ... A: That's awful. I really couldn't make a judgment as to what's going on. A few possibilities that ... | |
| Advice please | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: .. I'm wondering if you could give me some advice, regarding my female, 11 years old Cat. I took ... A: These aren't the most common side effects of Depo-Medrol, and I wonder if they are related directly ... | |
| Cat not eating much or drinking, and licking lips. Seemed to recover then relapsed. | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I've read other reports of this same behavior, but this seems a little different, so here goes. ... A: It's true, vets can't know everything, and they do charge you even if they can't cure your cat. ... | |
| Swollen neck glands | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: My name is jeff and I rescue stray cats. I recently rescued 6 kittens that were left to fend for ... A: A few things come to mind. Did you have the kittens tested for the feline leukemia and feline AIDS ... | |
| cat acne and treatment | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: its black and flakes off when scratched and the skin underneath is raw. I have tried shaving the ... A: Using a mild facial toner for people can be helpful, as long as it doesn't contain salicylic acid, ... | |
| My pregnant cat | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: As you see I'm back, with a new dilemma ahead! Malas is a 3 years old pure Persian queen, and she's ... A: That's good news! As long as the x-ray showed that the kittens appeared to be small enough to fit ... | |
| My pregnant cat | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: As you see I'm back, with a new dilemma ahead! Malas is a 3 years old pure Persian queen, and she's ... A: I'm afraid I disagree with your vet. The piece of meat you saw, which probably resembled something ... | |
| how do i identify my cat? | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: how do i identify my cat? A: If you are looking to find out which breed your cat resembles, I recommend visiting ... | |
| Hardend nippels | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: Hey I have 2 cats and a doggy. Lancia is about a year old she just came out of the blue and lived ... A: Lancia's breasts are engorged because the kittens weren't entirely done nursing. When the kittens ... | |
| Cat with broken pelvis, and suddenly hostile sister | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: This is sort of two questions in one. My cat was run over 8 days ago. X-rays revealed her pelvis was ... A: With plenty of rest, it's likely that she'll make a full recovery if the vet feels she will. ... | |
| Feral Cats | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I began feeding the feral cats that have taken up residency in a large shed on my property. I did ... A: By far, the best way to deal with the problem is to spay and neuter feral cats. This permanently ... | |
| nerve damage in my cats front leg | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: Is there anything I can do for my cat,his front leg has nerve damage,the vet says I have to have it ... A: Nerve damage is often irreversable. Nerve cells cannot be replaced, so once they're damaged, ... | |
| My cat has a really strange sore.... | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I'm concerned for my cat. She is a little over a year old, I got her from a litter a friends cat had ... A: You should get her to a vet at your earliest convenience. It sounds likely that your kitty may have ... | |
| reaction to Benadryl | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I have an older cat who has had upper respiratory problems off and on much of her life, some of ... A: Hypersalivation like this can be the result of something that tastes really horrible, and ... | |
| mother cat and thier kittens | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: what does it mean when the mother cat has her kitten head in mouth and kinda nibbles on them? A: I'm having a little bit of trouble envisioning exactly what you mean, but it sounds like mom could ... | |
| Twitching or muscle spasms | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: My cat is a rescue cat that I brought back to Canada with me from the streets of Thailand last year. ... A: He is beautiful. Feline AIDS has the potential to cause neurological problems, but I've never had ... | |
| bringing an old one owner cat to my home | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: My dad is 90 and worried about his health. I told him I'd take his 13 year old shy female cat to my ... A: I think that you should try it out. Cats are just as individual as people are, so it would be wrong ... | |
| my 2 cats wont stop fighting. | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: i really hope you can help me. i have 2 female cats around 7 years old. they have lived together ... A: Definitely keep them separated again, and try reintroducing them slowly after a week or so. I'm not ... | |
| cat isn't eating | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: Cat is not eating much , his gums are whitish and roof of mouth. Could this be virus cat nis 8 yrs ... A: Your kitty needs to see a vet for sure. White gums can be a sign of anemia. This can be caused by ... | |
| cat vomiting | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: .i have a 4yr old domestic medium hair cat who vomits almost everyday. i have been to the vet and ... A: Admittedly, I'm not a giant fan of Science Diet foods. I like foods that are low-grain or ... | |
| third eyelid problem | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old Siamese mix male cat and I have noticed in the last few days that his third ... A: I think it would be a good idea to get him to a vet. Toro virus is seen in cats occasionally, but ... | |
| cat | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: i don't know if this information will help you but he trys to eat plastic, and my sister has strep ... A: There's no evidence that cats get strep throat, so you can rule that out. Lots of cats try to eat ... | |
| PREGNANT calico | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: this is concerning a 4 year old calico female pregnant.. not sure of the days prego, but its close ... A: It does sound like she could be in the early stages of labor. It sounds like you are feeling her ... | |
| Mommy cat neglecting babies | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Back in September of 2008 we adopted a neighborhood stray kitty. We can only guess she was ... A: As you have found out, your friends weren't right! A cat doesn't have the ability to connect the ... | |
| My kitten doesn't work! | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: My kitten- 10 months old so I still call him a kitten- has been without coordination since we ... A: FIP is confusing to many pet owners, and even to veterinarians to a great extent. What we DO know ... | |
| Can a female cat stop going into heat at a certain age? | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: Well this year she is turning 10 years old and its been over a year sinse she went in heat i ... A: Cats really don't go through any menopause. Most cats do continue to go into heat until they die, ... | |
| Personality Change | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have two female cats. One was spayed when I got her the other one I had done Saturday. They were ... A: This is a common behavior. Your cat is reacting to strange scents that your newly spayed kitty and ... | |
| Cat with pink eye; very lethargic | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: My cat has had conjunctivitis for about a week now. The infection started in the right eye, then ... A: Sorry to hear your kitty is feeling so under the weather. My best guess from this information is ... | |
| choking cat | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: what would make a cat choke when he eats. He's not coughing. I can tell that he's choking. He only ... A: There are a number of things that could cause this, including a swallowed foreign body such as a ... | |
| my half- black-half-siamese- cat Trick | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: My cat Trick is half black from his mother and Siamese from his father, when he was born and up to ... A: Many times, nature does come up with some very close replications of existing breeds! For example, ... | |
| my kitten has some kind of fits or seisures | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: I have two male kittens that are now 10 months old that are littermates.They were both a bit run ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your mother and your husband. It must be very stressful trying to manage ... | |
| cat gets sick after eating | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: My 2 year old tabby cat gets sick after eating. At first I thought it was separation anxiety, she's ... A: A food intolerance is a definite possibility, especially since you noticed the illness seemed to ... | |
| My cat will not eat | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: I do not want a diagnosis or a medical opinion, just advice between cat lovers. My cat is 16. She is ... A: Anorexia can occur in cats for many reasons, and I've run into it a lot. The steroids will probably ... | |
| Kitty doesn't like water | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: She won't drink water on it's own and the only way I've coaxed her to drink is by putting some of ... A: Cats get most of their moisture through their food. This is true in nature and should be in ... | |
| Chemo Cat | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old Maine Coone who was diagnosed with Lymphoma. They said he had an enlarged liver ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this, it's the worst. Sadly, there is not too much else you can do. ... | |
| worming | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I ivermetin my horse and dogs for worms and tapeworms. Do you know of any adverse reaction for this ... A: I'm not sure I fully understand your question. Cats don't tolerate ivermectin as well as most ... | |
| Loss of kittens | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: Jessica, My husband rescued a stray and she delivered a total of 9 kittens on Friday evening. She ... A: So sorry you have lost these babies and that mom isn't feeling well. Milk let down can be ... | |
| cats and formula milk | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: Is it still ok to give a mother cat and her (now teenage kittens) the homemade formula milk as a ... A: It's okay as a treat, as long as it doesn't cause diarrhea. The problem is that most cats become ... | |
| My Cat | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: Jessica, Hi, A couple of days ago I rescued a stray cat after it had been attacked by my brother's ... A: Unfortunately, there isn't anything you can do for her without having a vet diagnose her. It sounds ... | |
| CAT | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: WHY IS THE ROOF OF MY CATS MOUTH "BLACK"?? SHE IS A VERY TINY PETITE, 3 YR. OLD LONG HAIRED CALICO! ... A: Cats can have pigment not only on their fur, but also on their skin. Pigment is most commonly found ... | |
| Two questions | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: My first question is: I have a 6 month old female kitten and I was just wondering when her first ... A: You can expect your kitten to go into her first heat at any time. Although the average age is 9 ... | |
| Sudden Death of two year old cat . | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I had two cats, both two years old, male, black, (neutered) and a female, black & white, (speyed). ... A: Very sorry to hear of your loss. Unfortunately, two years old is not an unreasonably early age to ... | |
| Male kitten displaying sexuality | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I adopted two kittens from my local ASPCA - one male and one female. They recently visited our Vet ... A: Some males mature very young. While it's most common to see a male mature around the age of 6 or 7 ... | |
| Cat with dislocated hip joint | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: This is rachita again..I seeked your help few months back regarding a stray cat hit by car. Thanks a ... A: It can take quite a while for the muscles to develop around the joint and for the injuries to heal ... | |
| Older siamese cat with altered behaviors | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I have an older siamese cat that he picked out from the humane society shelter. She's ... A: Sorry to hear she's not doing so well. I agree it sounds like something to be very concerned over. ... | |
| kittens | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I am very inexperienced as my other animals have all been neutered, so when do I know that all the ... A: It is impossible to be 100% certain that any cat has delivered all her kittens unless an x-ray was ... | |
| Cat uterus discharge | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: My cat is not pregnant but shenis 6 years old and not fixed but every time she goes into heat, ... A: Your kitty should definitely see a vet. Vaginal discharge can be caused by vaginal or uterine ... | |
| Urinary track infection. | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: My cat had a catheter removed about 5 days ago. The first couple of days he was doing great, and ... A: I think something is definitely wrong. Most cats will continue to eat through plain old urinary ... | |
| Fighting Cats! | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can help! I have had my tabby female cat Lily for 5 years, and my Himalayan male Jack for ... A: I think the most likely scenario is redirected aggression. This can be a difficult problem to deal ... | |
| Back legs weak on both cats | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: All of a sudden my aprox. 8 month old cats started laying around stopped eating and drinking 3 days ... A: It's really impossible to say. The kitties need to have a physical exam to gather more information ... | |
| Cats went from being long haired to short haired | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have the most bizarre situation. My cat use to be a puff ball - a big fur collar, bushy tail, the ... A: Cats can develop food allergies over time, but if her skin isn't scabby, I'm with you that it's more ... | |
| Kitten cold | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: While playing a game of frisbee golf on a desert course I was approached by a kitten. A kitten with ... A: Ideally, she should see a vet before your regular vet returns, because cats rely almost entirely on ... | |
| cat breed | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: A: She is so beautiful! She appears to be a Himalayan, an off-shoot of the Persian. The only real ... | |
| Behavior | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have two cats. One is a neutered male who is 10 1/2 and the other is a spayed female who is 3. ... A: You should definitely separate the cats when you aren't there to supervise them. Be sure that the ... | |
| Kittens going potty on my bed | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a young stray cat mother who had five kittens about six weeks ago. So far, they have been ... A: Awwww, look at the little ones! They're so cute! Unfortunately, the only way to stop them from ... | |
| mom cat hasn't finish delvering | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: my cat delivered the first kitten in Saturday at 1.30pm , and by Sunday Morning She has delivered 3 ... A: Did the vet say they felt more kittens inside? If so, and the injection did not work within a few ... | |
| cats | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: So we recently just got a kitten, never had one before so were no experts. I've noticed that ... A: I believe what you're referring to is called purring. It's believed cats pulsate muscles in their ... | |
| COLDS | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: CAN CATS CATCH COLD FROM PEOPLE AND VICE VERSA ? A: The answer is no. While most colds in cats and humans are both caused by similar viruses called ... | |
| cats and dog food | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I have just read some very good articles about the3 reason why a cat should not eat dog good for ... A: I have the same problem! How I have resolved mine is to keep the cats' food on an elevated platform ... | |
| Cat catheter | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: My cat had a urethra blockage and he has been in the hospital for a couple of days. they keep ... A: They are putting in a new urinary catheter every couple of hours? I don't understand this. ... | |
| Mother cat | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: My cat had kittens 6 days ago..she has been fine until today, she had her kittens on our couch, she ... A: I wouldn't use anything on it besides water or perhaps a little bit of mineral oil. The best idea ... | |
| Mother cat | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: My cat had kittens 6 days ago..she has been fine until today, she had her kittens on our couch, she ... A: You should definitely use a cotton ball moistened with warm water to gently wipe away any crust that ... | |
| Cat miscarriage | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: My cat is nearly 8-9 months old & she is pregant.she has bleed since morning & in afternoon given ... A: You need to get your kitty to a vet right away - today! It's almost certain that there are other ... | |
| butt stain | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: My cat's butt is not a very dirty one but sometimes there are stains or residual poop hanging ... A: What you're seeing is anal fluid. Cat have glands that manufacture this pungent fluid, which is ... | |
| Mother cat | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: My cat had kittens 6 days ago..she has been fine until today, she had her kittens on our couch, she ... A: I would leave the kittens where they are if you can. Mom is likely to move them to a place she ... | |
| why does my cat hump my socks? | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: my male neutered cat is around 5 or 6. An about 3 years ago he started stealing only socks. He humps ... A: C. Actually, dragging around socks (or underwear) and leaving them in food bowls is very common. ... | |
| Dry , Flaky skin? | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I own a blue tabby Devon Rex boy called Mr Spanky. Recently his skin has been getting very dry and ... A: You should probably have a vet look at him to make sure it's not a medical condition. Some things ... | |
| Billary | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: My cat had feline biliary and was treated for it - she was on a drip etc and given medication - she ... A: Do you know exactly which biliary condition she had? And which treatments were prescribed? As a ... | |
| loss of tail sensation in my 13month old cat | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: m a dentist frm bombay india, my cat is 13 months old she is a local breed (street rescue) and ... A: Charu. It's unlikely that your cat will improve much at this point. Most cats who are going to ... | |
| my feral kitten | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can give me a bit of advice. I was just given a DLH feral kitten of approx 16 weeks. She ... A: You are making all the right moves. Now, it will just take time. Many ferals will not use the ... | |
| cat smell | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: Does each cat have an individual smell of its own? A: Cats shouldn't have a smell that's detectable to us, so if you're noticing a smell on your kitty, ... | |
| Cat pregnancy over due | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I rescued a cat who was homeless for three years (people have identified to this) She was feral and ... A: I would definitely get her to the vet sooner than Tuesday. The worst thing that is likely to happen ... | |
| Depression | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I am back again. Two of our cats were Russian Blues. Haeh, our older Russian, was born with a ... A: Sorry to hear of your loss. Mostly, cats need to work through grief on their own. Sometimes cats ... | |
| Black around eyelids | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I have an orange and white tabby. He is 9 to 10 years old. About 3 months ago I adopted a 2 1/2 ... A: Eye discharge tends to dry up and become black because of a pigment called porphyrin. So the ... | |
| Luxating Patella | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: one of my cats has been diagnosed with a luxating patella. She is 12 years and 9 months, is a bit ... A: The negative of not going ahead with a corrective surgery for a luxating patella is that when the ... | |
| Luxating Patella | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: one of my cats has been diagnosed with a luxating patella. She is 12 years and 9 months, is a bit ... A: Aw, Moose is such a beauty! Kidney failure is indicated by the elevation of certain enzymes in the ... | |
| Luxating Patella | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: one of my cats has been diagnosed with a luxating patella. She is 12 years and 9 months, is a bit ... A: I would have some pre-operative blood work run, of course, as I'm sure your vet will recommend. But ... | |
| Pregnant or not???? | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: My cat may be pregnant, she has gained weight and her nipples are sagging and floppy. Is this ... A: Hhmmmmm! If your kitty is in labor, you should be noticing a heavy blood-tinged discharge very ... | |
| My Cat is Pregnant and she's having breathing problem | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: This is my first time having my cat pregnant, she's due like in 2weeks more less. what i'm worrying ... A: It sounds like both of your cats may have upper respiratory infections, similar to human colds. Do ... | |
| Lulu my rescue kitty | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: .. Last year i lost my dear cat, after 18 wonderful years together... i have no other pets or ... A: You have given Lulu a fine adjustment period, and now it's time to make her understand that this is ... | |
| Mystery Blood | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I own a 2y/o Siamese and a 11 y/o mix tabby. I woke this morning to bright red blood on the floor in ... A: I would strongly suspect the kitties had a spat, and one of them got a small cut. Cats heal from ... | |
| eye problems in cats.... | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I got my cat from a very dirty home with 27 other cats and 15 or more dogs... he was born blind... ... A: I agree with you that there's no need to remove the eye as long as it's not chronically infected and ... | |
| 26 year old cat! | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: My eldely neighbor has a 26 year old male American Shorthair. Oddly, it has NEVER seen a vet! ... A: What a difficult situation. Cats can manufacture their own Vitamin C, so supplementation is not ... | |
| Kitten is not playful. | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 months old Persian kitten. I feel she is not playfull. She is not playing untill I seat ... A: Persians are not among the most active breeds, and many of them need to be encouraged to play. ... | |
| Insect bites? | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: We went on vacation a few weeks ago and came back with our cats chin inflamed. We didn't think much ... A: It doesn't sound like insect bites to me, since pus usually doesn't ooze from bites. It sounds like ... | |
| Dental Health | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I read great reviews on the product "Plaque Off" What do you think of it? Will it harm my cats? A: Plaque Off is probably not harmful to cats. Probably not the answer you were looking for! The only ... | |
| unusual behavior | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: This morning Angel acting terrified tore into my bdrm and went into hiding. She wont come out unless ... A: If it was dried catnip, it's very unlikely that it made her ill. Fresh catnip, depending on where ... | |
| Newly adopted Sphynx - biting | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: We have recently (2 weeks ago) adopted a 5 year old retired show/breeder Sphynx. She is adjusting ... A: There is a good possiblity this is overstimulation if she's biting in response to petting, even ... | |
| cat not eating | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: we have a 5 year old ragdoll cat. he has lost weight. he will eat for a couple of days and then ... A: The only thing I can suggest besides all the tests you've had done is to check for pancreatitis. ... | |
| 13 yr old cat | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: recently my cat began overgrooming herself. I took her to the vet and to my surprise she said she ... A: Sure, I think I can help explain the diffuser. Most animals, cats included, produce hormones ... | |
| My cat lost canine tooth | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: My tomcat lost his top left canine tooth yesterday while he was biting and bothering my female cat. ... A: Yes, dry food is much worse to feed cats than canned food is, I agree. In fact, I had two males get ... | |
| 13 yr old cat | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: recently my cat began overgrooming herself. I took her to the vet and to my surprise she said she ... A: I'm not sure how long it's been since the fleas were treated, but cats who itch this intensely from ... | |
| cat in heat | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: Ok my neighbors moved away and left a mom cat and a litter of kittens. cruel, yep. My mom and I, as ... A: $600 is an insane amount for a spay surgery! I wonder what that vet does! I'm not sure if you can ... | |
| My cat lost canine tooth | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: My tomcat lost his top left canine tooth yesterday while he was biting and bothering my female cat. ... A: You are correct - the tooth won't ever be replaced. However, as long as the cat doesn't roam ... | |
| Kitten kneeding and trying to suckle | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: How long will my Siamese/Minx kitten continue with her behavior of kneeding and trying to suckle? ... A: This is a common occurence in kittens who are weaned too young. Unfortunately, the behavior can ... | |
| 5 month old kitten does not like to be petted | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I adopted a 4 month old kitten. She is now 5 months old and was spayed last week. When I brought her ... A: Yes, I certainly do! That sounds like an excellent step in the right direction. I would definitely ... | |
| Sick Cat | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have 5 cats in my house. One of the kitty got ill about 5 days back. He is about 3 months old and ... A: Sorry to hear the kitty is doing so poorly. Although I'm not a veterinarian, I feel okay giving you ... | |
| 5 month old kitten does not like to be petted | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I adopted a 4 month old kitten. She is now 5 months old and was spayed last week. When I brought her ... A: This is a difficult problem to overcome. Socialization has a lot to do with it, and you can work on ... | |
| prozac for cat | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: My 2 and 1/2 year old male cat has been on flourexitine for 3 weeks. I was given the prescription as ... A: I hadn't felt the Feliway really worked, either, until I stopped using it! The spats started up ... | |
| Hemangiosarcoma in our Feline Family Member | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: About six and a half months ago our little man Munchkin was diagnosed with malignant ... A: Irene, I'm so sorry to hear of your kitty's diagnosis. What horrible news. He's such a beautiful ... | |
| New indoor ex-feral cat has soft stool, drinks water a lot | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: My hubbie and I are proud owners of 3 previously stray/feral cats and so with the past years have ... A: I think you're okay with his water intake. Cats typically drink about 1 oz. of water per pound of ... | |
| Why is my cat molting like a bird? | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old fuzzy female cat. For the past 3 months or so she has been picking her fur out in ... A: This sounds very much like psychogenic alopecia - hair loss due to obsessive grooming. Some cats ... | |
| cat acting strange | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: Our cat is 8 months and has been mostly an indoor cat. She is not fixed yet. My daughter noticed ... A: You now know what a cat acts like when they are in heat! Excessive meowing and squatting/raising ... | |
| Aggressive cat | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: Jessica, I have a 1 year old cat, Roxie that came to our house as a small kitten. She meets all ... A: I'm not sure if you have read any of my other answers, but if you do, you may notice I actually ... | |
| cat deficating outside litter box/ brain damage? | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: Jessica, We have an 10 month old neutered male himalayan (according to the vet %26 humane ... A: Brain damage is certainly a possibility, and in fact, a cat that I had who suffered significant ... | |
| Socializing a blind cat | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I recently sponsored a 3-4 year old cat who is blind from toxoplasmosis (she has since been ... A: How excellent of you to want to help out a special needs kitty! I think it sounds like your ... | |
| Labour Problems?? | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: ! Its truely awesome that we can get help from people out there that know!! Thanks heaps!! We have ... A: Tiffany, I am so happy to hear she recovered! It's sad she lost the babies, but it's a wonderful ... | |
| Pregnancy | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: My cat may be pregnant, she has gained weight and her nipples are sagging and floppy. Is this ... A: It can be extremely difficult to tell if a cat is pregnant or not, all the way until her last three ... | |
| Sagging nipples? | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: My cat may be pregnant, she has gained weight and her nipples are sagging and floppy. Is this ... A: Most cats don't have sagging, floppy nipples. If your kitty isn't spayed and may have been exposed ... | |
| Playing in the litter box | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old neutered male tiger/mix. He is always digging in the litter box. kicking it all ... A: It is certainly very possible that he has some obsessive complusive tendencies. Some cats are very ... | |
| my cat's mouth | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: my cat is about 6 years old and he is both an indoor and outdoor cat. i was petting him today and i ... A: Unfortunately, there is no simple solution for a problem like this, and a vet really needs to ... | |
| sick kitty +cat grass? | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I read a letter on here from someone else concerned that their cat dying had to do with cat grass. ... A: Overeating cat grass can certainly cause some stomach upset and vomiting. It is possible that this ... | |
| Cat hair chewing | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I have noticed my maine coon chewing off the hair at the base of her tails. There are NO sores and ... A: It is cause for concern. It's possible that she's suffering from an obsessive compulsive grooming ... | |
| My cats hair seems to be knotting up | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I had my cat fixed last April and am pretty good about her grooming. She has become very irritated ... A: It's best not to shampoo until all of the mats have been combed out or shaven off, since bathing ... | |
| Cat food help! | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: My 3&1/2 yr old cat Ninja has lost a lot of weight over the last month or two. I started to notice ... A: Unfortunately, the only food I know of off-hand that has no fish in it whatsoever is California ... | |
| nutrition for ill cat | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: My 3 yr. old Tip-Z has a condition they really don't know what to call. She stopped eating. So the ... A: The best food for this situation is probably going to be a prescription food, like Hill's a/d or ... | |
| CAN A GAT OVEREAT | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE 2 LITERMATES MALE CATS HAVE BEEN FIXED ONE IS ALMOSR TWICE THE SIZE OF HIS BROTHER, CAN A CAT ... A: It is possible for cats to overeat. In fact, many of them do. The best way to prevent this is to ... | |
| older cat digestion | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: My 16 year old male cat lost a little weight this summer when it was 100+ degrees for 5 days ... A: Your kitty should definitely see a vet. Sometimes cats lose the ability to absorb nutrients from ... | |
| What to feed new born kittens | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: Can I feed 2 day old kittens goats milk I found a mother cat who does not look older then 6 months ... A: Goat's milk should only be fed to kittens on an emergency basis, very temporarily, since it doesn't ... | |
| Cat licking fur off tummy and inner back legs | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: Would be grateful if you could help. My cat has been licking her fur which has probably taken place ... A: I would agree with the vet that this is probably caused by anxiety or an allergic condition. The ... | |
| did my cat get got? | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: last night my indoor cat who has never been breed and is in heat got outside and was out for about ... A: No, unfortunately, there is no easy way to tell whether the cat was bred or not. If she was outside ... | |
| FIP long term care | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I very much appreciate the work you do. I recently adopted two kittens from my veterinarian and have ... A: I'm so sorry, you have been touched by the worst of all the feline diseases. But I'm glad these ... | |
| lump in throat | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1 yr black domestic cat who has had all of this recent shots. He most definately an obese ... A: Fatty tumors generally don't rupture through the skin, so I think this is definitely something more ... | |
| Simon's sometimes agressive outbursts. | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: In August of '08 I adopted a 2- to 3-year-old, neutered male cat with very similar features to an ... A: Sorry to hear he's giving you such trouble! I think it's very possible that the stress of your trip ... | |
| kitten | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: i just adopted a 16 week old kitten, she has not yet ate or drank anything. I am a little worried, ... A: It's somewhat common for kitties not to be interested in eating for a day or two when they go to a ... | |
| Labour Problems?? | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: ! Its truely awesome that we can get help from people out there that know!! Thanks heaps!! We have ... A: What an exciting time! Truthfully, this is a situation that occurs somewhat frequently, and ... | |
| Very Sick Kitten | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I need help. Our 7 week old kitten is going limp and her eyes have dialated almost fully. She ... A: I imagine this advice is finding you too late. But if the kitten is still hanging on, please rub ... | |
| cat irritated skin | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: My cat is 3 years old, she is a healthy one and doesn't wander much. Lately she has lost fur on the ... A: Skin problems can be difficult to diagnose. You should have her examined by a vet to see if her ... | |
| Taming a stray cat | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: and have found it to be really helpful. I am a great cat lover, and have rescued and rehomed ... A: Q. The area the cat is living in is a park area next to a school, so it is fairly visible from the ... | |
| Prozac & FUS | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: I have been treating my 7 year-old cat for flutd/FUS for over two years now. He was first diagnosed ... A: I have never personally fed a completely raw diet. However, in my experience, it is the grains in ... | |
| Siamese Kitten: Settling/Personality Issue | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased my parents two pedigree siamese kittens that are three months old. So far the ... A: Some Siamese are timid going to a new home, and I believe in giving them some space to adjust, for a ... | |
| feral cat got behind our walls | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: During the recent blizzard, a feral kitten started meowing outside our window. We coaxed it inside, ... A: Oh no! The best thing you can do is to set a live trap for her in the bathroom at night, baited ... | |
| Taming a stray cat | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: and have found it to be really helpful. I am a great cat lover, and have rescued and rehomed ... A: I certainly understand your apprehension about trapping. Early in my work with ferals, I had the ... | |
| Prozac & FUS | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I have been treating my 7 year-old cat for flutd/FUS for over two years now. He was first diagnosed ... A: Elavil is a good antidepressant for cats who suffer bladder inflammation, especially when it's ... | |
| kittens | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: How far along should the queen be when the fetuses start moving? A: Generally, I feel the first subtle movements of the fetuses around 7 weeks along. They are often ... | |
| Help with taming feral kitty boy | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I fed for about 6 months a feral Siamese boy and we fell in love with him. We ... A: Do you suppose you could offer him the chicken through the bars of the crate without being swatted ... | |
| Stray Cat | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I recently bought a house with acreage and a large barn. We have a horse and donkey ... A: Yes, I would strongly recommend that she be kept in the barn for a good while. Cats have a cluster ... | |
| introducing a puppy into the home | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 10year old cats that lived with our previous dog (euthanized at 17 years old), for 10 years ... A: Introducing new pets to the household will probably be stressful to the cats, but most cats adapt ... | |
| Cat urine infection | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Hola Jessica, I recently adopted a cat from the outdoors. He has been neutered (About two weeks ... A: Yes, it sounds likely that he has something wrong with his urinary tract. Infection will cause a ... | |
| Weight loss | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: My cat is at least 13 years old. She lives with myself and husband and another female 12 year old ... A: Thyroid would have been my first suspicion, too, but did the vet happen to do a blood glucose test? ... | |
| Help with taming feral kitty boy | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I fed for about 6 months a feral Siamese boy and we fell in love with him. We ... A: Taming ferals is definitely a challenge, and I find the biggest challenge is to watch the cats go ... | |
| cats in heat | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: i have a cat that is 1 yr 4 mos old, she seems to go into heat every other week, what causes this? A: Different cats experience different heat cycles. While many go into heat once a month, others do go ... | |
| Pain after spay surgery | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: My cat had surgery this morning to get her fixed. I got her back around 5pm. Since she's been home ... A: There could be a combination of things contributing to her behavior. Certain anesthetics can cause ... | |
| hurt cat paw | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: when i found my cat this morning she was limping, so i tried to see if her other paw was broken or ... A: I don't think this is likely due to old age. Most cats are living closer to 15 years now. However, ... | |
| My cats skin | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: Our cat's skin problem began three years ago when she licked all the fur off her belly,it remains so ... A: It might be worth having at least a skin scraping done in order to see what type of pathology seems ... | |
| is my cat pregnant? | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: my cat is about one a year and a half.she has been pregnant before but it was a miscarage.but after ... A: It's certainly possible that she's pregnant if she was recently in heat and was exposed to any ... | |
| Gutteral meow/vomiting/strange behavior | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Our 17-year-old Russian Blue has always been a puker but lately it's every day. We switched to soft ... A: The strange meowing with the sock in his mouth is actually somewhat common. Nobody's sure why cats ... | |
| cat with swollen breast | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I just had my five year old female cat spayed this summer. Her last two breast have been swollen ... A: Any swelling in the mammary area should definitely be brought to the attention of your vet. ... | |
| Aquisition of Homin Instint for Inside Feral Cat | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted a six-month old homeless cat (Ian) whose mother was definitely feral. I witnessed ... A: I understand your worry. But this is generally of no concern. Diseases that come from cat feces ... | |
| Fleas | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: My cat has fleas and she is an indoor cat (I have 2 dogs too that are being treated) He gave me ... A: Yes, it's still a good idea to wash bedding in hot water where possible. Frontline only kills adult ... | |
| Fleas | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: My cat has fleas and she is an indoor cat (I have 2 dogs too that are being treated) He gave me ... A: The flea dirt is just flea feces. So they do not contain eggs that will hatch into new fleas or ... | |
| Aquisition of Homin Instint for Inside Feral Cat | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted a six-month old homeless cat (Ian) whose mother was definitely feral. I witnessed ... A: Cats do develop a homing instinct even from inside the house. A magnetized cluster of cells in the ... | |
| male cat with swollen nipple | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a male cat who is approximately 7 years old and he has developed a lump directly underneath ... A: I do think a prompt vet visit is in order. Although male mammary tumors are somewhat uncommon, this ... | |
| a cat who licks his lips and gags without throwing up | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: Our cat Ian has for the last 3 to 4 days been licking his lips and gagging. He threw up for the ... A: Very unfortunately, this is one that only a vet can treat. There are no medications on the market ... | |
| mean cat | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a cat though PetSmart (which has a partnership with a local animal shelter) about two ... A: I'm so glad you won't give up on him! There are many theories as to why some cats are so sensitive ... | |
| Can a cat lose her voice? | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: Until recently, I had never come across this problem. One of my cats is a 6 year old Siamese-Mau ... A: Cats can indeed lose their voices. Occasionally, this can be caused by polyps or other growths, but ... | |
| Cats. | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: My pregnant cat has been bleeding for almost 2 hours.What should i do? A: If your cat is full term (9 weeks), then there is no need to do anything for now unless she is ... | |
| upper res infection | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a 3 month old cat that i had neutered he has uri and i dont have the money to get him seen ... A: Most of the time, no, an upper respiratory infection isn't something you can fix at home. This is ... | |
| Aggression/aggitation | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: by boy friend has had his cat for 10 yrs. and has moved about three times since he's had the cat. ... A: Cats can sense fear for sure. Most often, they use this sense to bully other pets who are afraid of ... | |
| Diabetic Cat | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My cat was recently diagnosed with diabetes. He received his first insulin injection yesterday and ... A: She could be licking her lips due nausea, and this would explain her reluctance to eat. It may be ... | |
| IBD and Tylosin | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: I have kitten that is 7 mons old and on Tylosin and need to stop the diarrhea, how much Immodium ... A: The dosage for cats is .04 mg per pound. This means for an 8 lb cat, he should get .32 mg every 8 ... | |
| New cat is sweet but jumpy. | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: We just adopted a 9 month old domestic shorthair from a rescue organization. He was there for 3 ... A: I do think that his behavior will continue to improve as he becomes more secure in his new ... | |
| Siamese cat with highly odiferous stools | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I recently started feeding my Siamese (actually Balinese)cat Royal Canin cat food for Siamese cats. ... A: Royal Canin foods are relatively high-quality, but they contain a lot of grains. Cats have short ... | |
| Siamese cat vomting off and on for a week now... | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: My name is Andreena Norfleet. I was wondering if you could give me a little advice. Okay, I have a ... A: You are correct in that some stomach viruses will pass on their own, like a cold. However, these ... | |
| Organ failure | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: My Cat recently stopped eating, i took her to the vet and after days of tests was informed that she ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your kitty. What awful news. Kidney transplants can be performed on ... | |
| 2 yr old DSH male | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: Last weekend, I notice that my 2 year old cat Clyde starting having these "episodes" where he would ... A: It does sound to me like he is still having seizure activity. Full convulsions are actually rather ... | |
| 3 day old abandoned kitten | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: ) I need help I've got an abandoned kitten that is about 3 days old I think. Eyes are closed and ... A: When a kitten doesn't have a bowel movement for longer than 2 days, it may be time to start worrying ... | |
| Cat Carrier | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: I am about to buy a cat carrier online for my 15 pound cat...What size do you recommend me to ... A: Some pet carriers go by weight, so you should check any listings for weight limits. If no weight ... | |
| cadiac arrest during anesthesia | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: my 6 month old kitten underwent a surgery to be spayed this morning. the vet called me around 4 and ... A: I'm so sorry to hear this! Unfortunately, I'm not sure what the outlook is for your kitty to be ... | |
| My cat has a wet tail.... | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: the tip of my 3 year old female cat is always wet, also it looks like the hair on the very tip has ... A: It sounds likely that your kitty is suckling on the tip of her tail. Some cats engage in this for ... | |
| Brands of cat food. | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I just recently learned that dry food is bad for cats. My cats have been eating dry food almost ... A: The good news is that dry cat foods are balanced diets for cats, so most cats do okay on them. ... | |
| Soft Stools | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: They don't know her age exactly, she was taken from the home of a cat hoarder, but she is estimated ... A: Chronic soft stools can lead to malnutrition, and inflammation of the intestinal tract. These two ... | |
| Greasy fur on an older cat? | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I've had my cat, Sugarpine, for seventeen years now, and over the last year and a half or so, she ... A: You should have Sugarpine checked out by a vet. One of the most common health problems in older ... | |
| pregnant or not | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: hello jessica im kinda confused i adopted a female and male cat the female is about two years old ... A: It can be difficult to tell if a cat is pregnant just by looking at her or by her behavior. ... | |
| worms | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1yr old mixed siamese kitten and he keeps getting worms,I've tried everything,but they keep ... A: Do you know what kind of worms your cat is getting? If he's getting tapeworms, as evidenced by ... | |
| weird cat habit | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: My friend and I adopted a cat each from a pet shop. They are just some local cat who acted normal in ... A: You should try to minimize how much cotton he swallows. In significant amounts, it could cause a ... | |
| cats and mirrors | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: why is it that some cats cannot see themselves in the mirror, and other cats do., or is our cat who ... A: Each cat's behavior will differ when they see a reflection in the mirror due to their individual ... | |
| Old cat not using litter box | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Recently my husband and I found an old and sick female Chartreux cat trying to escape the cold by ... A: I would recommend to use a training litter with her. There is one formulated with an herbal ... | |
| cat biting | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an orange tabby that i have had since he was about 3 months. He's about a year and a half ... A: My cats do the same thing with the water. Usually, water from the tap is fresher and cooler than ... | |
| weird cat habit | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: My friend and I adopted a cat each from a pet shop. They are just some local cat who acted normal in ... A: Surprisingly, Q-tips are a big attraction to cats. They love to play with them. If you like, you ... | |
| very skinny/not eating | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a friend who is unable to take their cat back to the vet. The cat is about 5-7 years old, but ... A: Probably the best thing to try force feeding cats without a prescription is stage 1 chicken baby ... | |
| cat pooping outside litterbox | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: My question is along the same lines as Brandy's. My cat is a wonderful cat which we have had for 8 ... A: It certainly is the best idea to have a kitty looked at by a vet when behavior changes suddenly. ... | |
| abandond feral kittens | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: On Monday, I found a little kitten under one of the floor of one of our classrooms at school. It ... A: A kitten's eyes typically start to change from a gray-blue color to their permanent adult color ... | |
| abandond feral kittens | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: On Monday, I found a little kitten under one of the floor of one of our classrooms at school. It ... A: Oh, that's excellent! If you end up trapping him, you could call around and see if any of the local ... | |
| diarrhea | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I have been feeding siamese kitten, 4 month old with purina kitten chow with two bowls a day and ... A: There is another gastrointestinal antibiotic called metronidazole (Flagyl) that targets bacterial ... | |
| abandond feral kittens | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: On Monday, I found a little kitten under one of the floor of one of our classrooms at school. It ... A: The best way to help these kittens would be to rent a humane live trap and bait it with food. Many ... | |
| Leg Injury? | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: In advance, thank you for your time. We currently have a relatively new cat (about 1.5 yrs). She ... A: It sounds like a case for the vet. She may have pulled a tendon or muscle that is causing some ... | |
| Weight loss... | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: My cat is about 11 years old, I adopted him when he was about 2 years old and he has always been a ... A: I think you have reason to worry, and he should see the vet. One of the most common reasons ... | |
| pooping in the house | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: We have a savannah cat male that has been pooping on our couch pillows or on the carpet in the ... A: His dashing about and skittish behavior just before he poops outside the box are actually consistent ... | |
| cat food | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I mistakenly purchased science diet mature adult indoor rather than the regular adult in door. I ... A: Science Diet products actually have a 100% money-back guarantee, so you should be able to return the ... | |
| kitten lump | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have an 18 week old female kitten. It seems like overnight she developed a nickel-sized, ... A: Did your kitten recently have her vaccinations? It sounds like this lump COULD be a reaction to her ... | |
| Cat teeth | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: My cat is almost 3 years old and we just noticed the other day that one of her fangs are gone. I am ... A: Ideally, she should see the vet to make sure that there is no root or broken tooth still present ... | |
| **Missing Kitten | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: Please Help! My kitten has gone missing and has been for two days now. She is about 16 weeks old, ... A: I'm very sorry to hear your little one has gone missing. Most kittens of this age will become ... | |
| Diabetic Cat Not Eating | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: Before I make a trip to the Vet, thought I'd run this by you. My cat Lucy is 14 years old; ... A: Yes, I agree something's up. Unfortunately, it is time to see the vet again. A blood work up will ... | |
| sick cat | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: me and my mom found two kittens outside in the winter they have no home or food and we were ... A: If the kittens are cold, keep them bundled up in a warm room until they have warmed up. I like to ... | |
| cat behavior problems | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I currently own three cats, one male who is nearly 11 years old, and two females who are 4 and 3 ... A: I would recommend that you use some products formulated to reduce anxiety, as it sounds like Tara is ... | |
| leave cat home-alone for 6 weeks | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: my cat stays with my mom (3 hours' drive from us) as my partner's 2 cats and my one don't see eye to ... A: Hmmm, sounds like this will take some work! I'm not certain there's anything I can say that will ... | |
| Older outdoor cat now peeing inside | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: my cat is 16 years old and has always peed outside in our garden. He is still eating and drinking as ... A: Those are both good possibilities. It's also possible your kitty may have developed a urinary tract ... | |
| Can a kitten have ADD | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted a kitten (4 or 5 months old)from a local shelter, she is very lovable and ... A: Companion animals can have ADHD-type behavioral problems. This is more often a problem in dogs than ... | |
| White Siamese | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: and feels pretty warm more than usual what is this kitty cold or respitory please Help he is my ... A: Upper respiratory infections, sometimes called kitty colds or cat flu, are common in cats, and ... | |
| siamese red point snowshoe ? | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: whats this look like to you lol please email me i get lost on this thing monkey7822yahoo.com A: Binks actually looks like he is just a young red point Siamese. Red Points don't have the dark legs ... | |
| mr.whiskers | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I've noticed ear mite like symptoms (dirty ear - wax). I treated them. About the same time, Whiskers ... A: These absolutely could be related. It sounds like Mr. Whiskers has feline acne on his chin for ... | |
| Male Kitten | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: My male kitten has has lump on his rib cage but it is under the skin. I just noticed it. He went ... A: This is definitely something that should be brought to the attention of his vet. Lumps may always ... | |
| adopted 3 year old | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: we adopted a 3 year spayed female Himalayan from humane society week-and-half ago. She is so ... A: I don't think she hates you. It sounds as though she is just extremely timid. Dealing with cats of ... | |
| Cat pooping in places she loves | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: We have two cats- both 5, Ninja and Starr- brother and sister. In the past year, Starr has started ... A: This sounds like a complex issue. I see that you mentioned she poops outside the boxes right after ... | |
| Kitten spaying oozing clear liquid | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: My 6 month old kitten got spayed about a week and half back, she had a bit of a fever 2 days later ... A: If there is a small amount of clear liquid oozing from her incision, it is usually considered ... | |
| Cat got bitten on the ear and it's infected | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: My cat was bitten on the ear by a stray cat, I'm sure, and his ear is swollen. I put hydrogen ... A: Yes, it certainly does sound like it's time for an antibiotic, which the vet will need to provide. ... | |
| Tabby and Siamese cat | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: My Siamese cat Zoe keep fighting and stalking are tabby we have locked her in the basment but when ... A: You can try a product called Feliway to help reduce the tension between them. I use the plug-in ... | |
| Ragdoll Kitten | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: We got a Ragdoll kitten today. She's 10 weeks old. We've now had her for 9 hours and in that time ... A: It's normal for many new kittens not to want to eat or drink or use their litter box right away. ... | |
| Siamese lilac point behaviour problems | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I've had my Siamese cat Abraham for 7 wonderful years. He is a huge part of our family and is ... A: With children, you can explain why they are getting spanked so they can adjust their behavior. Cats ... | |
| travel with anxious cat | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: I am about to move my 6 Maine Coon cats from France to the UK, a car and boat journey of about 11 ... A: Galahad certainly is handsome! Maine Coons are among the most striking breeds, in my opinion. As ... | |
| my cat is pregnant and i dont know when she is due | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: please csn u help me,my cat Cheeky is pregnant for the first time and i dont know when she is ... A: It sounds like Cheeky could be entering labor. When the sides buldge out more than usual and they ... | |
| Age of my cat | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: A couple months ago, while on a walk i was adopted by a tiny tabby cat my husband named Charity. She ... A: Guessing the age of a cat is very far from an exact science. There are a number of things that can ... | |
| kitten not eating | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: My daughter's 5-6 week old kitten has stopped eating the solid food he had been eating for 2 weeks. ... A: That's excellent! I'm so glad the kitten came around and that you are stepping in to save homeless ... | |
| kitten not eating | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: My daughter's 5-6 week old kitten has stopped eating the solid food he had been eating for 2 weeks. ... A: I would recommend that your daughter pick up some kitten milk replacement for the kitten and see if ... | |
| Considering adopting a dog but worried about cat | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: We have 3 cats; two that are 1/2 siamese and half tabby (same father) and one that is just a tabby ... A: In some cases, it's easier to introduce an adult dog to cats, but only if the dog has a known ... | |
| kitten severe illness? | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a 4 month old kitten that had an upper respitory infection, i just finshed giving him ... A: I'm so sorry to hear that your kitten had to be put to sleep. If your vet feels the kitten was born ... | |
| siamese lump on belly | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: i notice my `11 yr old siamese has a werid shape oval lump under her skin, you can push it about ... A: You need to get your kitty to the vet right away. Lumps are something to be worried about until a ... | |
| Female Kittens | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: My name is, Denise, and someone dropped a male cat off in front of my house and we want to keep him ... A: She is getting to the age where she could come into heat at any time, and she can get pregnant on ... | |
| Taking a kitten back | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I took in a pregnant cat I still have the mother and one kitten. I have been asked to take back a ... A: Chances are they will be hissy and standoffish at first but will come to accept each other quickly. ... | |
| Adult Bengal Cat/Aggressiveness | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: i have 2 adult cats, 1 is an 11 yr old Bengal, loving, and attentive. 2nd cat is 11 yrs old and just ... A: Have you and your vet discussed putting your Bengal on an antidepressant? Antidepressants can help ... | |
| My cat's voice changed | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: about a month ago my cat's voice began to change, and sounded as if she had a sore throat. After ... A: Wow, sorry to hear she took a turn for the worse! I hope she makes a full recovery. It's possible ... | |
| Cats | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: My 15 yr old male cat 2 days ago, started with a problem, occasionally he shakes his head and when ... A: A vet will have to say for sure, but it sounds like your kitty might be having some problems with ... | |
| Bad Behavior | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old Ragdoll/siamese mix cat. Her name is Moo Shu..I've had her since she was a baby. ... A: It takes most cats about 2 weeks to begin to adjust a newcomer, some longer. I would recommend that ... | |
| kitten severe illness? | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: i have a 4 month old kitten that had an upper respitory infection, i just finshed giving him ... A: I'm not sure what could be wrong with him. There are so many illnessse that can cause these ... | |
| kitten | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: my 6 month old kitten has 2 booger eyes and will not eat or drink from his mother he just sleeps ... A: The vets do charge you for the medicine. The cost will all depend on which medicines your vet ... | |
| prozac for cat | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: My 2 and 1/2 year old male cat has been on flourexitine for 3 weeks. I was given the prescription as ... A: It's unfortunate that your vet hadn't offered to prescribe your kitty a transdermal gel. The ... | |
| 10year old maincoone cat | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: took to vet had bloodwork done,xrays nothing turned up,he got steriod shots,antibotic shots and ... A: A bad abscessed tooth could cause these symptoms, because the bone between the sinuses and the upper ... | |
| kitten | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: my 6 month old kitten has 2 booger eyes and will not eat or drink from his mother he just sleeps A: Your kitten definitely needs to see a vet. It sounds like he has an upper respiratory infection. ... | |
| 11 year old Female cat | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: Over the past weeks my cats belly got huge and hard, last night around her bum was all wet so we ... A: This sounds like an extreme emergency situation if your cat is not spayed. And I mean that she may ... | |
| cat urinating on carpet | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: he uses the litter tray some of the time but a lot of the time he pees on the carpet. i keep the ... A: He may not have developed very solid litter habits before he left mom. Often the best idea with ... | |
| cats eating behavior | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old female cat who was recently just fixed and has had all of her shots ect...ever ... A: I'm not sure what her history is. If she came from a background where she went hungry sometimes, ... | |
| Cat not eating | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 16 year old male cat who has been diabetic going on 5 years. Up until last week, he's been ... A: Deep abdominal breathing, when the cat uses his diaphragm to draw in breaths, can be a sign of heart ... | |
| Cat's paw has an infection | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: My cat's paw is swollen and she wont stand or walk on it. She only walks on three legs and just ... A: Convenia is a decent antibiotic for abscesses, but it doesn’t work in every case. Considering that ... | |
| Cats and Kittens | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 18 month old cat that had her first and last litter of kittens on October 20, 2009. She is ... A: There isn't too much you can do to comfort her when her little ones go except to give her extra love ... | |
| My cat's voice changed | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: about a month ago my cat's voice began to change, and sounded as if she had a sore throat. After ... A: There are a few things to consider. I would definitely talk to the vet about having an x-ray done ... | |
| does my cat have a cold? | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: My cat Simba a Ragdoll cat has been sneezing around ten times in a row, he's been sniffling alot ... A: It certainly sounds like Simba has an upper respiratory infection, sometimes called a kitty cold or ... | |
| Weight difference in two 5-month old kittens | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I have two 5-month old kittens, male and female, from different litters. They are not fixed yet, but ... A: Neutering can cause weight gain in some cats because testosterone is a natural appetite suppressant. ... | |
| kittens being left outside | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: My cat "Holly", had four kittens 10 days ago and everything is running smoothly except that she wont ... A: This is a difficult situation for sure. Probably the best thing you can do is to limit Holly and ... | |
| kittens | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: my cat had kittens 5 days ago and something is wrong. one of the kittens still has its umbilical ... A: No, that's not really anything to worry about at this point. Umbilical cords can fall off anywhere ... | |
| Cat IBS/Urinating | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I was looking at some of the responses for this. I have already started my cat (not a specific ... A: Surprisingly, a study was recently performed to determine the drinking habits of cats. Cats were ... | |
| kitten vomiting, nothing on xrays | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old black siamese kitten. A few weeks ago, she went through a vomit streak of 3 ... A: My youngest blue point was very similar, and I feared something was the matter with him. But as his ... | |
| Defecating outside box | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: My six year old cat has always had the occasional "accident" outside her box. Then a couple of ... A: You could try a litter called Cat Attract, formulated with an herbal attractant by a veterinarian to ... | |
| cat sleeping all the time | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: We were adopted by an approximately two year old, all black female cat on October 31st (four days ... A: No, it's not entirely true that cats don't mate this time of year. There certainly IS a "kitten ... | |
| dehydrated kitten | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: New kitten 2 mos+. Kitten got diarhea this evening. What can I give it to remain hydrated until the ... A: If the kitten hasn't been on milk recently, I would stay away from it, as diet changes like this can ... | |
| cat sleeping all the time | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: We were adopted by an approximately two year old, all black female cat on October 31st (four days ... A: Her activity level and sleeping habits may be normal. I'd be a little worried about the fact that ... | |
| What breed is my cat | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought a new cat and I've had him for roughly about 3months and wondered what breed my ... A: Without a pedigree, it's difficult to say if a cat is any breed. 98% of cats worldwide are of no ... | |
| stinky cat | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I just got a 2nd cat and I have noticed that (her head especially) is very smelly. It kind of ... A: No, no cat should ever be smelly. I'm not sure what type of situation she was found in, but there ... | |
| sick stray cat | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: A stray cat showed up at my mom's house 3 wks ago. My mom kept her while trying to find the owner. ... A: It's always a good idea to keep a new cat isolated until they are checked out by the vet, because ... | |
| Strange Behavior | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: Breed: Ragdoll Age: 10years Weight: 12lbs Sex: Female Spayed: Yes Shots updated: October 16 - 2009 ... A: It's too bad she was at the vet so recently, and now she has symptoms, but I really do think she ... | |
| Cat not eating | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 16 year old male cat who has been diabetic going on 5 years. Up until last week, he's been ... A: I've never seen diabetes itself cause a decrease in appetite, only an increase when their diabetes ... | |
| Cat Labour | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: My cat had here first kitten at 8am. she appeared to stop labor and i am certain she has more ... A: It is possible that labor will resume shortly. There is sometimes a break of a day or two, or ... | |
| plz help me | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: ..well one day i was at school and my dad and me come home and we heard this faint meow constantly i ... A: Sorry to hear there has been such a change in your kitty! It sounds like there was some specific ... | |
| Cat's tail amputation | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I recently (26 Oct 09) had to have my cats tail amputated after she was hit by a car. Anyway, she ... A: It's best to bring these concerns to the attention of your vet. I'm guessing your kitty is on oral ... | |
| cats fighting at night | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I live in a small apartment that is basically all open; the only doors are to the bathroom and the ... A: I feel your pain - I used to live in a studio apartment, too. The training period is always ... | |
| AI for a Devon Rex breeding | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I own a pedigree Devon Rex cat in Canberra. I get so many comments about her because they isn't a ... A: There aren't any standard vets that I know of that do artificial insemination in domestic cats. ... | |
| how to move on, and when? | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: long story short: my mom let my cats out of the house a month ago and they haven't come back. I cry ... A: I'm so sorry. This is truly the worst thing a pet owner can go through. The honest truth is, I ... | |
| Sick stray kitten | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: there. I do so hope that you can give me an inkling of what's going on and what to do about it. ... A: Unfortunately, there are a lot of "animal people" who forget how to be "people people", and the ... | |
| Aggressive Burmese | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: We had two sweet littermates who cared for one another. Last October we had to put one to sleep. The ... A: Sorry for the loss of Mary and to hear about your problems with Rita Mae. Does Rita Mae have her ... | |
| wormer question | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have been hand raising a litter of stray kittens since they were about a week old maybe younger ... A: Adorable kitten!!! First, let me make the disclaimer that neither fenbendazole nor pyrantel pamoate ... | |
| Aggresive kitten | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I rescued a beautiful Calico kitten in July and named her Ruth aka Ruthie, Dr's say now that she is ... A: I’m sorry you are finding Ruthie’s behavior so overwhelming. Because cats, like many animals, are ... | |
| cat died while pregnant | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: my cat recently died as a result of a car accident,and she was maybe a week away from giving ... A: So sorry to hear of your loss. I once asked my vet this exact question, and the answer is only 4-5 ... | |
| 4 wk kitten | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: 4 weeks ago my cat had kittens, she left them and all have died except one. I have been taking care ... A: sorry to hear about the litter. The kitten could have some neurological problems causing the ... | |
| MY CAT | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: JESSICA, I FOUND YOUR SITE ON GOOGLE.COM WHILE DOING A GENERAL SEARCH. I HAVE 2 QUESTIONS.. 1. MY ... A: Assuming the vet has checked her out for parasites and other causes of nausea, which may include ... | |
| 6 week old kitten with diarhea and potbellied appearance. | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: I just recently got two kittens for my son. They are sisters but one has had bad diarhea since the ... A: It's okay to treat her for tapeworms using Tape Worm Tabs. These are available online and at pet ... | |
| Found Very Sick Cat | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: I have found a very sick cat on the road with what I think is distemper, very infectious smelling ... A: Of course, the kitty should get to the vet as soon as they open tomorrow, but until then, if you ... | |
| Kittens breathing problems | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: We bought a female persian kitten from a breeder a few weeks ago now. She has settled in ok and is ... A: Persians with flatter faces are more likely to suffer upper respiratory problems than those with ... | |
| kitten | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a kitten that got bite by a dog and now it only has three legs but I don't know where her ... A: The only thing you can do for this kitten is to bring her to the vet. An injury this serious cannot ... | |
| Male domestic cats | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have two male tabby cats aged 4 and 1. We have had the 4 year old for 3 years and the 1 year old ... A: This isn't a dominance behavior but is a nonconfrontational method of collecting information. Cats ... | |
| elderly cat health | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: We have a 14 year old short hair domestic cat who we are a little concerned about. He has always ... A: It could potentially be something as simple as an overactive thyroid. You are probably aware of ... | |
| Cat fighting | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I emailed Ali yesterday but she has asked further questions and is now maxed out and i REALLY need ... A: The poor kitty! I think it's time to discuss something that's a little more along pharmaceutical ... | |
| My sister's cat! | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: My sister owns a cat. The cat is English short hair. He doesn't eat his tablets. My sister tried ... A: Many cats are very difficult to get to take their pills. Your sister can try putting the pill in a ... | |
| cat's eyes | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My B&W cat seems perfectly fine, but the whites of his eyes are always reddish. He doesn't seem to ... A: Your cat could have environmental allergies, pink-eye or potentially even high blood pressure. ... | |
| Broken pelvic bone | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My cat was run over my vet said that he has 2 breaks in his pelvic bone and would need surgery and ... A: Sometimes all that healing will require is cage rest, but it depends on how the bones are broken. ... | |
| My pregnant cat is being spoilt. | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I'm Renee and we have a pregnant cat that is currently in her third week of pregnancy and she is ... A: She certainly is being spoiled! Is there any possibility that you could create a bed just for her? ... | |
| sick cat | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: First of all, I love siamese and am envious of your pictured kitty! We do however have a sick 6+yr ... A: She was featured in Cat Fancy Magazine this month! Sorry to hear about your Bengal. I think it's ... | |
| Should i take my kittens back to the vets? | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: They were sneezing alot and had clear/yellow mucous coming out there noses and developed eye ... A: Clavamox is usually written for 7-10 days, and I'm wondering if your kittens could have stood to be ... | |
| My three week old kitten won't eat! | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: He is fairly skinny compared to a normal kitten his age and he doesn't do much but sleep. He crawls ... A: It's difficult to say what the problem could be, but he should see a vet. Often, the best idea with ... | |
| Sick Kitten | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: 2 days ago I got 2 9 week old kittens. They are both males, and I adopted them from a humane ... A: The kitten does sound like he needs antibiotics, and unfortunately, if no one is available to give ... | |
| Male Cat Still Sprays After Being Neuter | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I had a question my male cat got neuter last week October 14 2009. People told me that if I neuter ... A: Yes, it's true - it can take up to 3 weeks for testosterone levels to drop off before you'll notice ... | |
| Behavior | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: My cat, female, 2 yrs old is a very lovable cat, not yet spayed is having behavior problems. I also ... A: You can try a product like Feliway in case anxiety is causing her aggression (see www.feliway.com), ... | |
| Flame points | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a kitten that is creamy white except for the ears and tail which are gold. He also has blue ... A: The other name for Flame Point is Red Point. Most people call Flame/Red Points Siamese, while ... | |
| My cat's gums turned black | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: My cat doesn't seem itself. He is about 12 and has regular vet appointments and is up-to-date on ... A: Sorry to hear he seems to be doing poorly. As you probably suspect, he needs to be seen by a vet. ... | |
| Cat sitting | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: We have customers that asked us to take their cat while they are gone for the winter. We own a ... A: It will certainly be difficult for Nicho to have lost his family when they leave for the winter. ... | |
| Strange cat getting stranger | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a cat that is a genetic freak of nature. It was born in a litter of two. This one was huge, ... A: It's no doubt that bad genes can lead to a bad personality. Vets generally agree that genetics make ... | |
| pregnant cat (urgent) | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a cat that is due any day now to have her kittens, last night i saw a very small piece of ... A: It is possible that she could have more kittens to be delivered. Many cats go through a break ... | |
| pregnant cat (urgent) | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a cat that is due any day now to have her kittens, last night i saw a very small piece of ... A: Excellent! Congratulations, it sounds like things are going perfectly according to schedule. I ... | |
| Bengal Cat Behavior Problems | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I won a 7 year old F3 Bengal cat. I have owned her 6 years. she is a very dependent cat with ... A: Sorry to hear you're going through such a hard time with her. I'm sure the changes in your schedule ... | |
| pregnant cat (urgent) | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a cat that is due any day now to have her kittens, last night i saw a very small piece of ... A: All of this sounds like she's close to delivery. When you say there was a piece of discharge, what ... | |
| Out of season queen & aggressive tom | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: Recently my queen of about 16/17 months came into her first season since her litter was born almost ... A: It's possible your female could be having "silent heats", so called because, while they are in ... | |
| 2 to 3 week old kittens | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I found and am caring for 4 kittens 2 to 3 weeks old. I have been feeding them formula as directed ... A: Constipation can be a common problem in formula fed kittens. You can try giving the kittens each ... | |
| My cat will not stop meowing for pets | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 15 ½ year old female cat that if I am home when awake is meowing for attention/getting ... A: Dementia is a definite possibility. In cats, a condition similar to human Alzheimer's is being ... | |
| Fleas! | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: My 3 month old cat has fleas and so I submerged his body in water for a while to drown them out, and ... A: Flea and tick spray can help treat fleas around the house, but it's vitally important to put a safe ... | |
| stray kitten | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: We had a stray kitten adopt us about 2 weeks ago. She is nothing but skin and bones and very tiny. ... A: Yes, kitten food should be fed until she's a year old, or longer if she has not yet gotten to a ... | |
| Siamese cat adoption and independence | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: My spouse and I are considering adopting a 9 month old siamese cat. We are slightly concerned about ... A: There is quite a bit of truth to this. Siamese can vary as individuals just as much as people can. ... | |
| My cat | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: My cat is about 12 years old, weighs around 30 pounds and has been having some issues lately. He ... A: If the liquid is thin and yellow, it's most likely bile, a digestive fluid containing enzymes, which ... | |
| pregnant 6 month old cat | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I am beginning to think my 6 month old cat is pregnant. She has gained alot of weight recently and ... A: If your kitty was in estrus (heat) when she got outside, chances are fairly good she is pregnant. ... | |
| stray kitten | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: We had a stray kitten adopt us about 2 weeks ago. She is nothing but skin and bones and very tiny. ... A: Did the vet test her for the Feline Leukemia and Feline AIDS viruses? These are two of the reasons ... | |
| My cat's stitches are stiil in | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: There are many feral cats in my neighborhood and I've been trying to get them fixed. I had a female ... A: What an awful thing to find out! Sometimes dissolvable sutures are used, but they just don't fully ... | |
| Sick Kitty? | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: We have an approximately 6 year old mixed breed domestic medium hair cat. She occasionally will ... A: Vomiting once a month is generally not something to be concerned about with cats, but vomiting every ... | |
| Blood in stool | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: .. i want to know what it could be, also i got a new kitten and since shes been here shes also been ... A: You should have both cats examined by a vet, and try to bring in a stool sample for each. Blood in ... | |
| What is wrong with my kitten! | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: First I would like to thank you for your time. I have had my kitten for about a month , she is now ... A: It's generally agreed upon by vets that cats don't get hemorrhoids, but I think you may be exactly ... | |
| New moms back legs problem. | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: 3 days after giving birth to 5 kittens momma cats' back legs seem to spasm up and she will cry out ... A: This is worrisome. It can be difficult to tell the difference between cramping and seizures, so I ... | |
| milk | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I will be asking a fair heap of questions. And my 'U' button is kinda broken so i might be missing ... A: Sorry to answer so late. My grandfather passed away. Yes, mothers can certainly have trouble ... | |
| still born kitten | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: My son found a dead kitten by the food bowl this morning. The Kitten was very small maybe 3 in. long ... A: Cats definitely sense these things! Some vets will be able to squeeze in a spay appointment at the ... | |
| Hand feeding tips | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: My 6 month old kitten has given her litter in the early morning of this question. Later at ... A: Unfortunately, it isn't very surprising that the mom isn't quite sure what to do with the little ... | |
| help | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: my question has no punctuation because i think that another 2 newborn kitten has died. remember me? ... A: I'm sorry, that is very sad! A chilled kitten can appear dead, so if any of the kittens were cast ... | |
| still born kitten | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: My son found a dead kitten by the food bowl this morning. The Kitten was very small maybe 3 in. long ... A: Sorry to hear this. It's very difficult to say what may have happened. Cats can have miscarriages ... | |
| Hand feeding tips | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: My 6 month old kitten has given her litter in the early morning of this question. Later at ... A: I am amazed that a young kitten had such a large litter!!! Most first litters average 3 kittens, ... | |
| sick kitten | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: My 1 month (approximately) old kitten is sneezing, coughing, has a runny nose and his eyes run so ... A: You should get him to the vet right away. By the sounds of it, this little one needs antibiotics, ... | |
| Kitten Does Not Drink | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I rescued a kitten 2 days ago from a shelter. He was an orphan who was found with no mother. They do ... A: I would keep him on canned food only for at least another month. Right now, he only has milk teeth ... | |
| siamese cats - in season | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: can you please answer - do siamese cats come into season all year round. She is an indoor cat aged ... A: Stress can cause the end of a pregnancy. And Siamese do tend to get quite stressed out when their ... | |
| Chronic Diarrhea | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: We have two sweet cats that we adopted from the same litter. They eat and drink out of the same ... A: It sounds like your kitty has Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). This can be frustrating to deal ... | |
| feral cat | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: ....have a feral cat i believe that ive been feeding for two months.....he ran at first but now ... A: The fact that he's speaking to you is a good sign. Pure ferals won't engage in vocalization with ... | |
| kitten not gaining weight | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: my 3 month old female kitten isn't gaining weight her brother same age is three times her size what ... A: You should get her to the vet. The most common reasons for stunted growth are infection and severe ... | |
| my cat not using litter box | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: My cat is not always using her litter box. She will urinate in it but doesn't seem to want to ... A: Your cat may not be using the litter box for defecation because she's experiencing discomfort. They ... | |
| cat pregnancy mystery | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: A cat appeared in my barn accompanied by 6 approx. 6 week old kittens. I had been out of town for ... A: This is an excellent question! The two most common types of vaccines are modified live vaccines ... | |
| sickness caused from urine/fecies | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: My daughter has an older cat, who continues to use the laundry and hide it. Could this cause medical ... A: Probably not. Health threats from cat feces come from ingesting them, so as long as your daughter ... | |
| siamese cats - in season | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: can you please answer - do siamese cats come into season all year round. She is an indoor cat aged ... A: The answer is sometimes. Indoor cats are more likely to go into estrus year round than outdoor cats ... | |
| Cat Urine is Dark. | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: My cat Roxie is almost 2 years old and earlier this year she had crystals in her bladder and nearly ... A: Dark urine can be caused by the presence of blood and bacteria. These can occur with infection or ... | |
| calico | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: my friend fluffer nutter is considered a calico by the vet. but he is black white and brown. do ... A: This is a great question! “Calico” refers to a color pattern. Calico cats are white with distinct ... | |
| kitten mouth sores | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: My daughter has two kittens and one of them had an infection and got medicine and is better but now ... A: Mouth sores can be caused by a number of problems ranging from viral infections to kidney and liver ... | |
| cat pregnancy mystery | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: A cat appeared in my barn accompanied by 6 approx. 6 week old kittens. I had been out of town for ... A: Sorry to hear of your dilemma! The vet could have been wrong about the pregnancy. As easy as you’d ... | |
| cat shaking and rapid eye twitching | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: My cat started this am shaking and rapid eye twitching. He was not doing this a little later in the ... A: Your cat could be having seizures. Full convulsions are less common in cats than other seizure ... | |
| Elderly cat "yowling" | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: We have a 16-18 year old "long haired 'torty'". She has been part of our family for 15 years after ... A: She certainly is getting up in years! I think the behavior is more likely stemming from true fear ... | |
| feeding kitten 2 months old | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: i have got 4 kitten.They were abandoned by their mother for 10 days from now.i don't know what feed ... A: So sorry to hear you are losing the babies. I'm not sure if there is commercially prepared cat food ... | |
| Bleeding Gums. | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: My cat is about six months old and all of the sudden i noticed his gums are bleeding, and he is ... A: It's possible for gums to bleed in very small amounts when kittens are cutting teeth. I think if he ... | |
| black spots around cats mouth | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I have two 7 (almost 8) month old kittens. One is black and white. I recently switched them over ... A: I'm not entirely certain. A vet is the best one to ask about this. Are the specks part of the ... | |
| my cats | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: i was just wondering why is it that when some of my other cats start to fight that my females cat ... A: Your cat is becoming frightened when fights break out between your other kitties. Most cats run ... | |
| Newborn Kittens | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have 5 baby kittens that were born September 13,2009. Mama is taking awesome care of them. The ... A: Very likely, these were flea larvae. The final stage of flea larvae are black and measure about 4 ... | |
| after cat pregnancy | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: My little kitten is pregnant and has her babies dues in about 3-7 days. But today, she was just ... A: If she had her babies outside, you are probably unlikely to see her much for a couple of days. Cats ... | |
| reuniteing moma with kittens, re: earier asked it think know now | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I ask a question earier i think i know now, she didnt lik ethem being near her, and wouldnt let them ... A: Moms do find their kittens strange to them if they've been separated for a while, and hissing is ... | |
| Kittens with diarrhea | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: This past Saturday I adopted 2 kittens from this lady I found on Craigslist and I am not sure how ... A: The best thing you can do for them besides a good canned kitten food, in the absence of vet care, is ... | |
| my newborn kittens | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: my cat just recently had a litter of kittens on august 30th, 2009 and the kittens just opened their ... A: It sounds like the runt probably has diarrhea. He really needs to see the vet. Kittens can have ... | |
| Kittens with diarrhea | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: This past Saturday I adopted 2 kittens from this lady I found on Craigslist and I am not sure how ... A: Their stool should be solid already. They should definitely see a vet. Young kittens often have ... | |
| Stuck up a Tree! | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 part question. My cat ran out the door 6 days ago, and finally I located him in back ... A: I'm so sorry! That's horrible. Unfortunately, I think you are out of options. If you feed him dry ... | |
| How do I know if I have a credible vet? | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: How do I know when my kitten is fully recovered from Giardia/Fever? My 5 month old ragdoll kitten, ... A: If all the lab tests came back completely normal, I think the vet is probably still credible despite ... | |
| Mother rejecting kittens & not feed for 2 days! | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I tried looking for an answer to my question before posting, but I'm racing the clock to save a ... A: Sorry I'm not able to answer questions on an urgent basis, but I hope this finds you in time. It ... | |
| Kitten recovering from Giardia/Fever, but still inactive and lethargic | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: How do I know when my kitten is fully recovered from Giardia/Fever? My 5 month old ragdoll kitten, ... A: It can take some time for a kitty to recover fully from a serious illness. It’s good that he’s ... | |
| Pregnant cat | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I've had cats before that have delivered kittens but I'm at a bit of a loss with my Cuda. She went ... A: It is not unheard of for cats to deliver their kittens on separate days, but it is on the unusual ... | |
| My cat having trouble meowing | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I have four cats and three are kittens I have taken in from outside. My cat tiger has been having ... A: Calici virus often causes lethargy due to fever and sometimes sore joints. It can also cause ... | |
| Stuck up a Tree! | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 part question. My cat ran out the door 6 days ago, and finally I located him in back ... A: As cliche as it sounds, this is truly a job for your animal control officer/fire department! ... | |
| Lactating mother/no kittens | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: Our cat recently had 7 kittens. They all nursed well and have grown to be fine/healthy kittens. The ... A: Poor kitty! Indeed, cats can get mastitis just like people can. It tends to be most common after ... | |
| My cat having trouble meowing | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I have four cats and three are kittens I have taken in from outside. My cat tiger has been having ... A: Yes, Tiger could certainly have caught something from Midnight. There are lots of random germs that ... | |
| Siamese Kitten Eye Trouble | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: Hey Jessica! I have just adopted a ten-week-old kitten that a friend of mine rescued last week. He ... A: You have good cause to be worried. This sounds like a condition called uveitis. This is an ... | |
| Side effects | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I recently had my cat spay, and she is really not her self she wont eat properly or drink, sounds ... A: This isn't normal behavior so long after a spay. It sounds like she either has worse than normal ... | |
| newborn orphaned kitten in distress | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I moved in with my boyfriend 3 months ago and there was a very petite calico stray living in the ... A: Right now, the kittens are probably too young to be suffering the symptoms of worms. Roundworms ... | |
| kitten | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: i have taken in two orphaned kitten they are around 10-12 weeks old. They are both females. The ... A: It’s really difficult to say whether this is an emergency situation or not. It could be some severe ... | |
| companion for a siamese cat? | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I own a siamese and he is going on 5 years now, he had a companion, I got her a year after him, and ... A: Siamese do form very strong attachments to people, but as you have witnessed, they also tend to bond ... | |
| Cat having kittens | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: My cat is having kittens. She did not cut the umbilical cord herself so I did it for ... A: I assume all the babies have been born and are happily nursing now. Generally, if the placentas ... | |
| Cat losing teeth | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: My four year old male cat has lost 2 eye teeth (both top) and now has a black spot on one side next ... A: Cats lose their teeth for different reasons. He may be forming "resorptive lesions". This is when ... | |
| Cats fighting over food. | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: We have two cats, they are about 1.5 years old now, brother and sister. Most of the time they are ... A: I think it would definitely be a good idea to start with a vet visit. This is a good first step ... | |
| cats pooping in our yard mainly in gravel and it stinks!!! | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: we are looking for a solution to 3 stray kittens ppoping in our gravel walkway, it not only stinks ... A: You could certainly try vinegar if you can stand the smell! It also tends to dissipate quickly in ... | |
| cat hehaviour | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: my one year old tabby often lies on his back and moves around by grabbing nearby objects with his ... A: It's not something that every cats does, but it is just a form of play. He may enjoy a cat tunnel, ... | |
| New kittens | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: My cat has recently had her second litter, although this litter was born a 10days before we got back ... A: Yes, I'm certain at three weeks old, it's because they aren't used to human contact. And ... | |
| lhow do I get my kittens off the bottle | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: Okay I read a simial question. But could you please tell me just how to get them off the bottle? ... A: This can be difficult when they have no mama cat to show them how to eat like grown ups! Orphan ... | |
| whats happening to my cats head? | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: Okay, so about a week ago, my cat had a dry skin patch on the top of her head. I figured it was ... A: It's entirely impossible to say what you're kitty's ailment is since I'm not a vet, and since there ... | |
| What could cause a cat to have a runny nose? | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: We have 4 cats that live indoors only and one cat that comes in and goes out. They range in ages ... A: Yes, you're exactly right - it would depend on the type of infection. The calici I mentioned in my ... | |
| sore lip on my cat | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I have just noticed that on the lips of my moggy male 18 month old kitten he is all black and the ... A: There are a few possibilities. Without a photo, it's hard to say, but you may want to look up some ... | |
| Cat injured in car accident | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I take care of stray animals ,particularly cats with medical and health problems.I have also adopted ... A: Bless you for taking such good care of this kitty! It’s difficult to say what the prognosis for ... | |
| What could cause a cat to have a runny nose? | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: We have 4 cats that live indoors only and one cat that comes in and goes out. They range in ages ... A: To be sure, you'd have to get the kitty to the vet, and that's really the best idea. He could be ... | |
| sudden death of our cat | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: We are devastated as today we found our 11 years old cat dead upon returning from work. He was a ... A: While cat grass (typically wheat, oat or barley grass) is generally very safe and well-tolerated by ... | |
| Cat wont eat or drink | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: Bug is a 13 year old domestic long hair cat, rescued as a kitten. She was not eating or drinking ... A: So sorry to hear Bug is doing so poorly. I certainly understand your frustration. Last week, I had ... | |
| Cat pooping | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I recently moved into a house with 3 males cats and 1 female cat. One male cat will use the the ... A: I would try adding some litter boxes, perhaps of a different style. Many cats like to use one box ... | |
| Cat acting unusual | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: My cat had been throwing up his food whole. Then we purchased a different brand and he seemed to ... A: This is definitely a case to bring right to your vet. I am not a vet, but it sounds like he's ... | |
| Post-Birth Queen Question | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: Two days ago our Queen gave birth to four kittens. Everything seems to be going well except that I ... A: This is normal just two days post-birth. You will notice bloody discharge for a few days, and this ... | |
| False cat pregnancy? | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: On 6/26 my family and I left to see a movie. When we returned about 5 hours later we noticed that ... A: Confusing, indeed, and it sounds like at this point, anyone’s guess is probably as good as the next ... | |
| sudden death of our cat | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: We are devastated as today we found our 11 years old cat dead upon returning from work. He was a ... A: I’m so sorry to hear of your devastating loss. Even before I had read that your kitty had a murmur, ... | |
| cat illness | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: my cat has not had a bowel movent in 3 days and seems cold to the touch A: Rush her to the vet! A low body temperature is an extreme emergency! It means her body is shutting ... | |
| Pregnant Feral | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: She’s doing alright; I’ve plugged up pretty much all her hiding spots. She’s still a little jittery ... A: This is so excellent of you! There are so few people who care about ferals, and of those who have ... | |
| aggressive cat | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male cat who's has all of a sudden become extremely aggressive and is spraying ... A: Aahhhh, that puts a new spin on things. First, I do think he should visit the vet right away. To ... | |
| aggressive cat | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male cat who's has all of a sudden become extremely aggressive and is spraying ... A: Absolutely start with neutering. I think that is going to solve at least 90% of your problem. The ... | |
| cats/kittens | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: we use frontline + for the "attack of the fleas" but am wondering if i can use Nemex plus on them as ... A: The ingredients in Nemex Plus are safe for cats as long as given in the correct dosage. And the ... | |
| Urinary infection/amonia smell | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I have Two Female Cats about 15 months old. I've noticed a very strong Ammonia smell even the day ... A: You are correct to assume an ammonia smell in fresh urine may indicate a urinary tract infection. ... | |
| Sore on near left back leg | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: My cat has a sore near the back left leg. She has had it for a little over a year now. It is not ... A: I’m not a vet, so my knowledge on the subject is not profound. But I am wondering if your kitty ... | |
| Determining Cat Breed | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I would like an expert opinion on what breed or breeds cat mine might be. I got him from a friend as ... A: The Chartreux does have a similar coat color, but the texture is much different. It's wooley and ... | |
| pregnant cat | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: My cat had three kittens yesterday around 4:00 and all three came out healthy as ever. Now it feels ... A: Cats can have kittens that far apart. In fact, they can sometimes have a break of a few days ... | |
| indoor feral cat trapping | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I have adopted 3 feral cats that i trapped myself. I am in the process of moving and still can only ... A: So far, indoor trapping has worked out just as well as outdoor trapping has for me. Withhold their ... | |
| sneezing cat | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: My father has recently befriended a stay/feral cat. The cat is almost a year old. He is a male. ... A: If this is strictly a viral illness, it will have to runs its course, but if there is a bacterial ... | |
| Determining Cat Breed | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I would like an expert opinion on what breed or breeds cat mine might be. I got him from a friend as ... A: It is true that it's not possible to tell a cat's breed without either a pedigree or expensive DNA ... | |
| I dont know how to get my two gets to get along! | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: Hey :) i have a 10 year old male Siamese, i've had him since he was 3 weeks. I just brought home a 3 ... A: If he hasn’t tried to hurt her, it sounds like he is reacting very well to the situation, actually! ... | |
| Kitten's butt is always dirty | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted a 11 week old kitten. I have noticed that her butt is always dirty and smelly. I ... A: It could possibly be the food you're feeding. You may want to experiment with that a little bit, ... | |
| Mother Cat | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: My mother cat has moved 2 of her week old kittens out of the box from the colset in my room and ... A: It does happen sometimes that mothers neglect some of their kittens when they can only meet the ... | |
| Sick kitten? | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: We have four seven week old kittens. Recently, we noticed our little peach one has been having ... A: Unfortunately, I think the little one does need to see a vet. He likely needs to be dewormed and ... | |
| Vomiting Bile | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: My cat Roxy vomits bile occasionally, usually once a month. This month, she has vomited twice, ... A: Cats tend to vomit when their stomachs are empty because their stomach acid has nothing to digest, ... | |
| Cat's paw and nail bed swollen | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: About 6 weeks ago my cat went missing for 3 days. He came back with a lacerated back right leg with ... A: Sounds like the poor guy is having a tough time of it! I'm afraid I would get him back to the vet ... | |
| Vomiting Bile | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: My cat Roxy vomits bile occasionally, usually once a month. This month, she has vomited twice, ... A: Is your kitty free fed, or do you feed her scheduled meals? If she’s fed scheduled meals, you may ... | |
| Agressive cats | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 female cats. One is 4 one is 3 and one is 1. They have always got along until recently. The ... A: It depends. I have decided to use the product permanently, but I have a high-stress household with ... | |
| cat injury | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: Our cat just had the same thing happen while we were all outside. He is just under a year old and ... A: This might be a condition called strabismus, commonly just called a "turned eye". Most cats who ... | |
| New born kittens | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: my cat just had her 3rd litter yesterday and one the kittens seems cold to the touch. It is not ... A: Any time you see the kitten left out, try to move her in close to mom to get her body temperature ... | |
| Agressive cats | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 female cats. One is 4 one is 3 and one is 1. They have always got along until recently. The ... A: This is called redirected aggression and is, unfortunately, a relatively common problem. The cat is ... | |
| My kitty has ringworm and injured herself scratching | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: Two weeks ago I sent my cat to live with a friend for a bit as I was in the middle of relocating, ... A: As long as you got a cream containing miconazole, treat it despite her scratch! It's non-irritating ... | |
| pseudo-abandoned cat health problems | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: i adore this cat that belongs to my ex-neighbors. my friend still lives in the apartment next to ... A: It would be great if you could adopt him! The two diseases that are of the biggest concern are ... | |
| pregnant cat | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: my cat is age 8 she is small for her age a was told by the vet she is pregnant she got out around ... A: If she got out on June 17th and conceived that day, her due date would've been this past Wednesday. ... | |
| play aggressive Siamese | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a two year old Siamese who LOVES to play! Often she gets bored/ over stimulated and attacks ... A: Sometimes Siamese, with their high energy levels and A-type personalities, can be a little ... | |
| obsessive scratching won't allow cuts to heal | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: My cat has been to he vet 4 times, 2 rounds of antibiotics, one of prednisone. She will not leave ... A: Has the vet done a skin scraping and skin and hair culture to see if there were any pathogens? Most ... | |
| Premature Kitten(BEFORE ITS TOO LATE!) | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: My cat who is just over a year old had two kittens. One kitten was a still born. The other one is ... A: I certainly don't think it's morally wrong to try. If you try giving the kitten formula with an eye ... | |
| mother cat and her kittens | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: My cat has two two week old kittens, is it normal for her to play bite them all over and bash them ... A: Mothers are often playful with their kittens as they get closer to 3 and 4 weeks old and begin ... | |
| CAT IN SEASON | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: MY CAT IS IN HER FIFTH SEASON AND FOR THE FIRST TIME I HAVE NOTICED BLOOD IN HER LITTER TRAY.IS THIS ... A: No, this really isn't normal. If she is passing enough blood for you to notice in the litter tray, ... | |
| Cat odd behaviour | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a female tabby cat named Daisy, and she's 9 years old now. She is an indoor cat, and ... A: It sounds possible that this could be related to an injury besides a fracture that would show up on ... | |
| Cat pregnancy | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: So my cat is very pregnant. I know that around the first week of July i noticed her nipples were all ... A: It can be really hard to tell from behavior when a kitty will deliver. Some of them start nesting a ... | |
| 5 month kitten who will not settle down | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 month kitten who will not settle down. Every time you move she will claw,bite or scratch ... A: When you ignore her, are you just walking away, or closing her in a separate room? I find that ... | |
| Cat hernia reopening | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: My cat is 3 years old when she was a kitten I found her she was at least 2 weeks old then. There was ... A: I'm guessing this is an umbilical hernia, the most common type of hernia in cats, which is found ... | |
| bladder issues | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: my cat pulled a large hair ball off his penis. Then he started peeing outside the litter. I took ... A: I'm afraid I can't make too much sense of what went on at the animal hospital! Here is a quick ... | |
| my cat | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I just moved into my new apartment and my cat has been under my bed for 2 days now,and she won't ... A: Definitely keep her in one room for now, with the door closed so she knows the no possible predators ... | |
| cat litter blockage | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I have an orphaned kitten about 7 weeks old now. I am thinking he may have a blockage from cat ... A: If the kitten truly has a litter obstruction, a vet is your only option. Clay litters aren't ... | |
| young kitten | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I found a 5 week old kitten he is eating good, and i can get him to urinate but i have not seen any ... A: Kittens this age typically have bowel movements about once every 24 hours, and at 5 weeks old, they ... | |
| weaning mother cat discomfort | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: Our cat is getting spayed in 3 days. She was still nursing her 10 week old kittens and our vet ... A: She can be spayed at any time, but swollen mammary tissue can make getting through to remove the ... | |
| Possible nerve damage | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I live on a small island in Greece and look after many cats without real veterinary help as the ... A: I think you are right to be concerned about nerve damage, as the sciatic nerve runs down in this ... | |
| Peeing on laundry | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I have two female cats, about 8 years old. They're both declawed (was not my choice). My problem is ... A: This is a common problem with declawed cats, unfortunately. Their feet can be sensitive to litter, ... | |
| siamese geriatric cat peeing in corners | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: My fiance has a 14-16 *(no one can remember how old exactly) Siamese female cat. I have been ... A: Poor kitty! I think your fiancé needs to bring her to the vet and have the kitty examined. First, ... | |
| A Cyst above cat's eyelid | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I recently took my cat to the Vet to examine a cyst. The Vet took cells from the cyst. Does this ... A: Generally, cryosurgery tends to be the quickest, least expensive way to treat cysts, but not all ... | |
| feral kitten wont eat, unresponsive | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I live in inner city Chicago. I recently captured a feral kitten (I would estimate about 10 weeks ... A: Yes, by 10 weeks, kittens are just about as feral as can be. However, they are more adaptable than ... | |
| A Cyst above cat's eyelid | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I recently took my cat to the Vet to examine a cyst. The Vet took cells from the cyst. Does this ... A: If your vet confirmed that this was a cyst, I am guessing it is a sebaceous cyst, as these are the ... | |
| Kitten Suckling Behavior | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I've read all the letters about kittens sucking on each other. Our two sisters (of a litter of 5) ... A: This is a difficult problem to address. Sometimes it's best to just separate the kittens for a good ... | |
| coccidia in kitten | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have 6 kittens that have contracted coccidia. their mother was a rescued cat that I brought home. ... A: Sorry to hear the little one is doing so poorly. It sounds possible she has something secondary ... | |
| Cat Mouth stench | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: My cat is about 3 years old, neutered male, part Maine coon. a day or two ago i noticed that he was ... A: I'm glad you're getting your kitty to the vet. In cats, mouth ulcers like this are often caused by ... | |
| nursing mother | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have two health-related questions. First, within a day or so of giving birth, the mother cat ... A: Any sort of vaginal discharge that was foul-smelling could definitely have been a signal of an ... | |
| Kitten found injured - has torn lip | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: A week ago I found a kitten in the middle of 4 lanes of traffic. She was bleeding around her eye ... A: The poor baby! But she is luck you found her. If the lip was torn off, then it won’t grow back, ... | |
| Cats and the cold weather | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I don't know whether this is your area of expertise or not, but could you tell me if there is a ... A: I live in Rhode Island, so we experience winters similar to yours, and working with feral cats who ... | |
| Raw eggs for Kittens | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I hear raw eggs make cats coats very healthy and shiny. I was wondering if it would be safe to feed ... A: This remains a controversial subject. More and more, however, veterinary nutritionists are agreeing ... | |
| my cat Andy.. I call him my AndyBoo | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: my cat andy is a white long haired gorgeous male.. i recently rescued 3 kittens who i nursed to ... A: It sounds like the kittens probably have a contagious germ that your other two kitties have as well. ... | |
| a first kitten...help | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: ...I'm in the prosess of getting my first kitten. I need some help I know basicly a kittne needs to ... A: Congratulations on your decision to bring a kitten into your life! Here's a website that has lots ... | |
| Urinary Trouble With Trigger | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I tend to ramble, so I will try to make this to the point. My baby, Trigger (4 years old, domestic ... A: I’m glad you have a follow up on Monday. The irritation associated with the catheter should ... | |
| Lost Kittens | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: We had two kittens, who came from the same mother, here at our home for at least two weeks. They ... A: Sorry to hear the little ones have gone missing. If there was a feeding spot that they had been ... | |
| my maine coon kitten has a little flaking on his ear and a raised area near his neck | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: my maine coon kitten is 16 wks old and caught up on his shots, we purchased him from a reputable ... A: I'm very suspicious that this IS ringworm. I'm not a vet, but what you describe does sound to me ... | |
| Worms in feral cat shelters | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: For the 2nd year in a row, we're finding small, black worms in some of our feral cat shelters at our ... A: I'm just going to take a guess that you're either seeing flea larvae (very teeny tiny black worms) ... | |
| Pregnant Cat | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Our barn cat is pregnant and coming close to when the kittens should be born and a male cat has just ... A: Any kind of discharge that she may be leaking could be attracting the male. If she’s starting to ... | |
| Matted fir | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: After using a new fir brush on my cat, she has gotten large clumps of matted fir. Can I shave these ... A: If you have electric clippers, you can shave the matted fur off by yourself, as long as your cat ... | |
| new kitten is hurt | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: and it stopped within seconds and there wasn't much blood, it was more like spit with blood in it, ... A: How long has she been acting like this? I'm not sure if she's just got the chills from the bath and ... | |
| Roundworm egg production and Pyrantel treatment | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Jessica, Saw an answer you gave on roundworms from 2008 that was more comprehensive than any one ... A: Hope things are getting under control. It takes three weeks for newly hatched larvae to develop ... | |
| Cat | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: My cat's skin is becoming discolored in his ears and on his face with a yellow tint and he has open ... A: Yellowing skin is a sign of jaundice. This typically occurs when there is liver failure, but also ... | |
| pregnant stray cat | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have been feeding a very pregnant stray cat who appears to be around 1 year of age, still a kitten ... A: I hate to say, but it really depends. If she is somewhere close by but is just hiding well, it ... | |
| bowels | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: My cat doesn't not finish her bowel movements in the litte box. She thinks she's done and jumps out ... A: You may want to add a teaspoon of pea or squash baby food to some canned cat food each day for her. ... | |
| UrinaryTrouble With Trigger | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I tend to ramble, so I will try to make this to the point. My baby, Trigger (4 years old, domestic ... A: Sorry to hear you are having so many problems. It’s always frustrating when you feel you are not ... | |
| Cat doesn't want to eat and has diarrhea. | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I found a cat in my neighborhood that is really thin and I can feel his spine. He has no owner and I ... A: This kitty could have a parasitic or bacterial infection that's nauseating him and causing his ... | |
| My cat has lice! | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 8 week old kittens (they're brothers)and they had little white speckles on their fur so I ... A: Oh no! The treatment labeled to kill lice is Frontline, but Revolution and Advantage have also been ... | |
| titch | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: my cat has a pot belly it seems to have appeared over night she is meowing a lot and dribbling a lot ... A: Hm, I don't have any idea what this could've been! Unless she had some very severe constipation ... | |
| Maggot wound | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5-6 week old kitten found on the side of the road. It had a wound on it's neck and inside ... A: Yes, the wound could close if there were maggots in there. The immune system would usually mount a ... | |
| orphaned newborn kitten... | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: We live in the country, (Arizona desert) and there is a colony of feral cats that live out here. We ... A: Poor little baby! I'm so sorry to hear about your cat. And I understand your financial position ... | |
| inter cat aggression | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I'll try to be brief. I've taken care of two outside cats, a mother and her now three year old ... A: I would definitely neuter at least one of the boys, since most fighting occurs between two ... | |
| my cat's aye changed colour | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: my cat is about a year old. today he went to sleep, and when he woke up i noticed his left-eye ... A: Yes, this is something you should worry about. Your cat may have what is called uveitis, and in ... | |
| crying baby kitten | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: . . .the two-day old kitten seems to cry aloud much of the time . . .how much crying is normal for a ... A: If you witnessed a bowel movement just 24 hours ago, then constipation is not likely the cause for ... | |
| Sick cat | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: On Thursday, my cat started crying/screaming. She is 13 years old. She was dehydrated, kidneys had ... A: Sorry to hear your kitty is going through such a hard time. Has your cat been eating the suggested ... | |
| Neutering male cat after breeding? | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a male cat and I plan on breeding him with my female when they turn a year old. Then I am ... A: No, it won't be too late. You can neuter a male at any time. The sooner the better, though! The ... | |
| Older cat fighting kitten | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a year old Maine Coon cat (who used to get very upset when left alone in the house) and 3 ... A: I had wondered if my cats had spats while I was there simply because I was there, and behaved ... | |
| titch | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: my cat has a pot belly it seems to have appeared over night she is meowing a lot and dribbling a lot ... A: Either could be a possibility, really. She should see a vet. Drooling can indicate dental disease, ... | |
| Bleeding from stool | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a female cat which is 10 months old. She has undergone an operation to remove her ... A: She should really see a vet if she is not able to pass stool to determine how severe the ... | |
| new cat | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a new cat, Charley, 2 yrs old, nutered. I have a female, also adopted 3 yrs ago, Sadie, ... A: Oh no! That's too bad. I would say to give the separation a try, and I would recommend to start ... | |
| crying baby kitten | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: . . .the two-day old kitten seems to cry aloud much of the time . . .how much crying is normal for ... A: Newborns shouldn't be crying much. Babies will usually squeal when mom cleans them or if she gets ... | |
| inter cat aggression | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I'll try to be brief. I've taken care of two outside cats, a mother and her now three year old ... A: I definitely believe that neutering can help put a lot of this aggression to an end. Testosterone ... | |
| Kitten Training | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I'm at my wit's end and wondered if you can possibly give me some advice. We recently got an 8 week ... A: It would be wise to first have him checked out just in case of a bladder infection. This can be a ... | |
| sudden aggresion | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: My children and i have a beautiful cat named Mitzi. She has not been the most affectionate cat apart ... A: My goodness! I really think Mitzi is probably a good candidate for a mild sedative right now. ... | |
| Bleeding at the front of ears | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: Jessice, My cat is not siamese, just a domestic short hair, 16 years old. Yesterday I noticed ... A: I have seen this, and it's usually self-inflicted due to scratching. If you see no trace of ear ... | |
| aggressive cat | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: We have a feral cat that we adopted who is very cat aggressive. We didn't realize this until a ... A: You don’t deserve to be looked upon harshly! I have close to 15 years of intensive experience with ... | |
| Cats eye is coverd | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: Hey im asking this question because my cats eye has been funny for the past 2 days , ive read ... A: It does sound like this is what you're seeing. The third eyelid, also called the nictitating ... | |
| Cat Allergies? | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: First of all my cat just got over having a bladder infection at the beginning of the summer. I had ... A: Poor kitty! If you feel your vet wasn’t on the ball, then there is certainly nothing wrong with ... | |
| new cat | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a new cat, Charley, 2 yrs old, nutered. I have a female, also adopted 3 yrs ago, Sadie, ... A: It sounds like things are probably going as expected for a couple of adult cats who were introduced ... | |
| Male Cat Behavior - Circles & Vocal | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a male cat that I rescued about a year ago that was living in the crawl space of our last ... A: You may want to ask your vet about complex partial seizures. Vocalization and walking in circles ... | |
| Bleeding from stool | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a female cat which is 10 months old. She has undergone an operation to remove her ... A: Some cats have a little blood in their stool periodically if they strain when they have a bowel ... | |
| New cat won't eat. | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: We just adopted a cat from the Humane Society, she is two years old, and when we picked her out she ... A: She certainly has a lot going on! It can take older cats a couple of days before they'll gain their ... | |
| 7 week old kitten meowing a lot | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 7 week old kitten. Well she was born on May 20th so shes probaly almost 8 weeks. I just ... A: She's lonely! This is a very confusing time for her, and babies this age who go to homes alone are ... | |
| Older cat fighting kitten | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a year old Maine Coon cat (who used to get very upset when left alone in the house) and 3 ... A: I would definitely take some time to introduce them a little more slowly, since the older kitty ... | |
| Temp | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: Air conditioning is expensive. I usually turn it way up when I leave for work - to about 87 degrees ... A: Cats tend to tolerate warmer temperatures better than people do, but 87 degrees is quite hot. If ... | |
| Roundworm egg production after Pyrantel treatment | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: Jessica, Saw an answer you gave on roundworms from 2008 that was more comprehensive than any one ... A: I certainly understand the paranoia that's spread out there! These things can be murder to get rid ... | |
| Prego Cat | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: Our cat is only about a year old and a very petite Siamese. She is expecting her first litter, and ... A: Was the kitty intentionally bred? If you have her breeding date, then you can know if she is ... | |
| rectal bleeding | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I just got a 6 week old kitten 2 days ago. She appears to be bleeding from her rectal area, what ... A: A vet really needs to check out the little one to find out what’s causing this. Sometimes if there ... | |
| Kitten Aggression-Debatable. | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: My kitten is 8-10 weeks old. I got her about 5 weeks ago. She was born on a farm, and handled from ... A: I've never heard of such bologna in my life! There was one other case on here where a vet told a ... | |
| Adopting two Ragdoll kitties | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: We have decided to adopt two Ragdoll kitties (girls) from a breeder that tests her cats for HCM, ... A: I would schedule another visit with the kittens. One visit can go over not so well for any number ... | |
| my cat is pulling out her hair | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: My cat is pulling out her hair and we can not figure it out. One day my mom was at work and she fell ... A: She should get to a vet to check for physical causes of itchy skin. One common reason for this is ... | |
| Help Please and Thank You | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1 year old cat or i think younger she just became in heat this year and she has sprayed or ... A: I think you should definitely start with a vet visit to rule out a urinary tract infection, and ... | |
| jealousy/territorial? | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: i have had her since she was 6wks old. up until 3 months ago she has lived in a house with another ... A: This is somewhat of a normal reaction when cats come into contact with new cats, especially with ... | |
| my cats milknot dropped has not dropped yet | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: My cat had two kittens yesterday on july 8th and both kittens where still born,well i still could ... A: If he has a big, round belly, that's a sign of a well fed kitten, so I probably wouldn't bother with ... | |
| my cats milknot dropped has not dropped yet | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: My cat had two kittens yesterday on july 8th and both kittens where still born,well i still could ... A: Milk can actually stop flowing again, so you should keep trying to check on this periodically. The ... | |
| cat having kittens | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: My cat had two kittens around 3:30pm today July 9th. I believe she has more kittens inside, but she ... A: Yes, this is quite possible. There is often a break in feline labor, many times for hours, and ... | |
| Cat and kittens | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: My cat just had kittens and my kids are present and want to touch and all that and i was told not to ... A: It's not true. Mom will try to hide her babies if she feels there is too much activity going on ... | |
| my cats milknot dropped has not dropped yet | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: My cat had two kittens yesterday on july 8th and both kittens where still born,well i still could ... A: Sometimes this happens, and cats may respond to an injection of Pitocin. This simulates oxytocin, a ... | |
| Cat not using litterbox | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: We live in a two story house with a basement. We own two cats, one is a black cat, the other a ... A: You may want to try a litter called Cat Attract to see if that helps. It's formulated with an ... | |
| Calico Casts | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: Are all Calico Cats female A: Almost all calico cats are female. The gene it takes to create a calico cats is carried on the X ... | |