Many cat owners are concerned about kidney failure. While it is most prevalent in older cats, it can occur in cats of any age. One of the kidney’s primary functions is to excrete the body’s waste products. If your cat’s kidneys begin to fail, waste...
Every day, thousands of our dogs and cats take trips to the veterinarian for skin problems, allergies, infections, various diseases, and cancer. These conditions all have a primary cause; however, another disorder may be adding to the problem — that of a poorly...
Urinary tract problems are very common in our pets, but how can you tell if your dog or cat has a urinary tract problem, what causes them, and what you should do to help them? Signs to look for include: • An inability to urinate or only passing a small amount of...
If you suspect your cat has a liver problem, do not hesitate to have it seen by your veterinarian. Liver disease is debilitating and often requires hospitalization during treatment. The liver is the largest internal organ of the body and is responsible for a number of...
Do you suspect your cat may have an eye problem? Eye problems in cats are common but often overlooked. A cat’s eye can become inflamed for a variety of reasons including allergies, foreign bodies, scratches, entropion — where the eyelashes turn in — infections,...
