I am so sorry to hear about your orange tabby. Chylothorax can be a devastating disease, in part because in many cats it can be very difficult to manage. Overall, the prognosis for this disease is poor. In many cases like yours, the fluid in the chest fills up so quickly; it can be hard […]
Cats can sleep in some odd positions. I would not be too concerned about this if all else is normal with her habits. If you are worried, just be sure to bring in up with your veterinarian at her next exam.
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A partially white cat and in your case a Siamese cross should not be deaf due to his coat color. I would continue to observe him and his hearing. I would suspect that he does hear, he just doesn’t respond to sound in an overtly obvious way. If you’re still concerned, a follow-up exam with […]
Thanks for your question. I biopsy could be helpful to know for sure what we’re dealing with, especially since it is not responding as well as it should. Many of the cats with eosinophilic granulomas require steroids, if she’s not doing well she could require a higher dose than what you are giving her. Talk […]
Unfortunately, cats are very sensitive to many chemicals including insect repellants so any product should be used with caution. Any product containing DEET should NOT be used in cats as it can be toxic. Some dermatologists have recommended “skin-so-soft” as an option. It should be sprayed onto your hands and then a thin layer applied […]
Cats are somewhat unique in that they adapt very well to the environment they are present in. For example, cats that are housed indoors during the summer months are usually very inactive and will reduce their food intake to meet their needs. In contrast, cats that are housed outdoors in cold climates will usually increase […]
It appears you have a finicky cat that just doesn’t like treats and is a very light eater. One suggestion would be to buy a dry cat food that you normally wouldn’t be feeding to your cat and use those kibbles as an occasional treat. For example, if you routinely feed Purina Cat Chow brand […]
Kittens are natural climbers and explorers and some kittens just love to get up onto high places. Since they are small and their jumping ability is still developing they may use their claws to scale curtains and furniture. Supervision is essential to gently teach the kitten that this is not wanted behavior in […]
Excessive grooming and licking can have many underlying motivations and is often due to allergies. The response to prednisone might indicate that allergies may be part of his problem. An in-depth work up by a board certified veterinary behaviorist is the best way to assess the problem so that appropriate therapies can be […]
Cats can be prone to urinary tract problems that might lead to blockage and an inability to urinate. This can be quite serious and should be assessed immediately by a veterinarian. Another possibility is constipation which also can develop into a serious problem as well. A veterinary visit is essential when straining […]