Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is responsible for more deaths, among adult cats, than any other infectious disease. It is believed that, in the United States alone, FeLV kills one out of every 10 cats annually. But what is FeLV and can we prevent the spread of this disease? Is there any hope for an infected ...
They start as small, round bald patches on the face or legs of a cat or kitten. The edges of the bald spots are often ringed with red. This is the ring that gives ringworm its name, although it is caused by a fungal infection and not by a worm. Ringworm or dermatophytosis often progresses ...
Kittens are sweet and loveable, but they require special care when they are really young. Many feral cats give birth out in the wild, which may just be your backyard. If you find any of these kittens, deciding what to do is difficult. Mother cats may not be willing to come along with you. If ...
As a longtime cat owner, I’ve had plenty of opportunity to observe and deal with sick cats. While sickness in your cat should be properly diagnosed and treated by a veterinarian, there are a number of signs and symptoms you might recognize that could mean your cat is sick. Signs of a Sick Cat: Change ...
