Cats can develop an allergy to certain ingredients in their food at any point in their lives. Around 1% of all cats and 15% of itchy cats have food allergies. The most common signs of food allergies are itchy skin, ear infections, and stomach upsets such as vomiting and diarrhoea. Food allergies are also called […]
Bowel or faecal incontinence happens when a cat cannot control when their poo comes out or when the process of pooing is not following its normal sequence. This is a common problem for very senior cats. There are many possible causes for bowel incontinence. Some cats pass stools without knowing and others have some […]
Hyperthyroidism happens when the body produces too much thyroid hormone. It’s a common cause of illness in middle-aged to older cats. Around 1 in 10 cats of any breed or sex will develop hyperthyroidism. If the condition is effectively managed, they can go on to enjoy a good quality of life for years. Hyperthyroidism happens […]
Cruciate ligament disease affects fewer cats than dogs (only 12.2% of cases affect cats). It usually results in back leg lameness. Not all cases require surgery for treatment. The most common form of knee ligament injury is the tearing of the cranial cruciate ligament  (CrCL). In cats, it usually occurs as a result of trauma. […]
Vestibular disease is the most common cause of sudden balance problems in cats. It can affect cats of any age or breed, but it’s most likely to happen in certain breeds and in older cats. Vestibular disease comes on suddenly and can look scarily as if your cat has had a stroke. They may have […]
Pyometra is a dangerous womb infection in unneutered female cats. Pyometra is uncommon in cats, affecting around 2% of unspayed cats (queens) by the time they are 13. However, without treatment, the condition is fatal. Pyometra means ‘pus in the womb’ (uterus) and it’s a medical emergency. Cats with pyometra need surgery to remove the […]
Flea allergy dermatitis in cats is caused by a reaction to the saliva of fleas. Fleas are an extremely common problem for cats. The symptoms often include extreme itching, which can lead to a skin infection. Any age of cat can develop this problem. When fleas bite cats, their saliva goes into the bloodstream. This […]
Epilepsy is a medical condition that causes recurrent seizures or fits in cats. Around 1 in 500 cats in the UK have more than one seizure. One quarter of these have epilepsy. It’s most common in adult to middle-aged cats. Severity, treatment and outlook depend on the underlying cause. Seizures happen when there’s an uncontrolled […]
Seizures, also known as fits or convulsions, can affect cats of any age, size or breed. Around 1-2% of cats in the UK will have a seizure at some time in their lives. Severity, treatment and outlook depend on the cause of your cat’s seizure. Seizures are caused by an uncontrolled flare of electrical activity […]
Signs of being itchy and skin disease are two of the most common reasons that people take their cats to the vet. There are many different problems that may cause your cat to itch. Some conditions are more common in different breeds or at different ages. Depending on the cause and condition, cats may need […]
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