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Common Cat Illnesses

WEBChlamydia felis infection is fairly common in cats and causes conjunctivitis and a thick yellow discharge from their eyes. Vets can usually treat the illness with eye drops, or …

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Kitten care advice on kittens and newborns Cats …

WEBPlace a small amount on the kitten's mouth to encourage them to drink directly from the bowl. Offer this several times a day. add a small amount of wet kitten food to the milk …

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Skin problems in cats Help and Advice Cats Protection

WEBWhen there is a skin problem, you may notice the following: itchy skin which leads to scratching and biting, or shaking of the head if ears are irritated. excessive grooming. …

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Kidney disease in cats Help and Advice Cats Protection

WEBHow kidney disease in cats is treated. Treatment depends on the stage of kidney disease your cat has and the signs shown, it may include: fluid therapy. To help replace lost salts …

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Common cat problems Help & Advice Cats Protection

WEBCat behavioural problems. Behavioural issues in cats are common and cats who appear to be misbehaving may just be exhibiting normal cat behaviour. If your cat's behaviour …

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Digestive problems in cats Help and Advice Cats …

WEBInflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Inflammation of the stomach, small intestine and/or large intestine leads to poor absorption of nutrients and can cause weight loss, change in …

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Cat Health Quick Guide Help and Advice Cats Protection

WEBKittens and adult cats should be vaccinated to help them stay healthy and help stop the spread of disease. They'll need their first vaccine at around eight to nine weeks old. …

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Heart disease and heart failure in cats Cats Protection

WEBHypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) This is the most common heart disease in cats. The heart muscle becomes thickened and as a result the space within the heart (the …

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Health Issues for Elderly Cats Cat Health Cats Protection

WEBThis condition affects the control of blood sugar levels and usually occurs in middle-aged and older cats, particularly those that are overweight. Signs of diabetes can be similar to …

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Vomiting in cats Help and Advice Cats Protection

WEBIncorporate daily brushing to help minimise the number of hairballs your cat throws up. enrichment feeders. If your cat gets too excited about food, eats too quickly and then throws up, consider getting a slow feeder which will encourage slower digestion and help your cat to keep the food down. grow some grass.

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Caring for Elderly Cats

WEBFeeding older cats. As your cat gets older, they may benefit from a senior cat food that is designed to meet their precise nutritional needs. You can make life easier for your cat by …

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Foreign travel and cats Cats Protection

WEBBringing cats to the UK. The change to the Pet Travel Scheme may also encourage well-meaning cat lovers to bring cats home from holiday; many are affected by the plight of …

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Cancer in cats Help and Advice Cats Protection

WEBlymphoma (also called lymphosarcoma) – the most common type of cancer in cats, this affects a type of white blood cell (the lymphocyte). This cell is normally involved in the immune system (the part of the body that fights off disease) and is found in many areas of the body. Therefore, lymphoma can also be found in different parts of the body

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Cat laws Animal Welfare Act Cats Protection

WEBAnimal Welfare Act 2006. Cats Protection was heavily involved in the campaign to raise sentences for cruelty. In 2021 the maximum penalty for cruelty offences (causing …

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Mature Moggies Caring for Elderly Cats

WEBPreventative healthcare for older cats. In their golden years, you can help your cat by carefully monitoring any changes in your elderly cat's behaviour and their overall …

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Our Guide to Indoor Cats

WEBbe aware of household hazards, such as wires, toxic house plants/bouquets, medications, cleaning chemicals and kitchen scalds or burns. if you have more than one indoor cat, …

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