Common diseases in cats - Signs and Prevention

1. Feline Upper Respiratory Infection

Symptoms:
_Sneezing, runny nose, cough
_Red eyes, discharge
_Loss of appetite, lethargy
How to prevent or treat:
_Full vaccination
_Keep the cat warm, especially in cold weather
_Take the cat to the veterinary facility as soon as there are signs of giving birth for timely examination


2. Worms & parasites

Symptoms:
_Abnormally large abdomen
_Worms passing in stool, diarrhea
_Itching, licking a lot
How to prevent or treat:
_Deworming every 3-6 months
_Keep the living environment clean


3. Diarrhea:

Symptoms:
_Loose, foul-smelling stools
_Dehydration, weight loss
_Lethargic, sedentary cat
How to prevent or treat:
_Ensure a clean, appropriate diet for the cat's digestive system
_Provide clean water to avoid dehydration for the cat


5. Inflammation gum and dental diseases

Symptoms:
_Drooling, bad breath
_Lack of appetite, weight loss
_Red, swollen, bleeding gums
How to prevent or treat:
_Clean your cat's teeth with a specialized pet toothbrush
_Use dental cleaning aids
_Regularly scrape tartar


6. Kidney failure

Symptoms:
_Drink more water than usual
_Weight loss, loss of appetite
_Vomiting, matted fur
How to prevent and treat:
_Regularly test blood and urine
_Maintain a low-protein, high-humidity diet


7. Atopic lung disease (Asthma)

Symptoms:
_Wheezing or difficulty breathing
_Prolonged cough, gasping for breath when exercising
How to prevent and treat:
_Keep the cat's living environment clean, limit dust and smoke
_Take the cat to the vet for examination and treatment with appropriate medication


8. Diabetes

Symptoms:
_Drink a lot of water, urinate a lot
_Rapid weight gain or sudden weight loss
_Fur emaciated, lifeless
How to prevent and treat:
_Control diet, avoid starchy foods
_Maintain a reasonable weight
_Regular health check


9. Dermatitis

Symptoms:
_Cats scratch constantly, red skin, hair loss
_Appears scales or swelling on the skin
_Has an unpleasant odor
How to prevent and treat:
_Keep the living environment dry and clean
_Bathe clean, brush regularly
 

To keep your cat healthy and happy, prevention is always more important than cure. Pay attention to your cat's diet, living environment and regular health check-up schedule. If there are any unusual signs, don't hesitate - take your cat to Sky Pet Hospital immediately for timely examination and treatment by a dedicated team of doctors.

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