Welcome to our Pet Health Library
he Pet Health Library contains information on some of the most common medical problems of dogs and cats. This information is designed to assist pet owners in better understanding their pets’ health problems.
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Obesity in Cats: Causes, Risks, and Prevention
Obesity in Cats: Causes, Risks, and Prevention Obesity in Cats – Overview An excess of body fat, frequently resulting in adverse health effects Even a moderate excess in body fat can increase incidence of disease
Megacolon in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Megacolon in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Cat Megacolon – Overview “Mega-” refers to large or oversized; “colon” is another term for the large intestine “Megacolon” is a condition of persistent, increased large-intestine diameter associated with
Chronic Diarrhea in Cats
Chronic Diarrhea in Cats Chronic Diarrhea in Cats – Overview A change in the frequency, consistency, and volume of bowel movement (feces) for more than 3 weeks or with a pattern of episodic recurrence Can
Adverse Gastrointestinal Food Reactions in Pets
Adverse Gastrointestinal Food Reactions in Pets Adverse Gastrointestinal Food Reactions (Negative Reactions to Foods that Lead to Stomach or Intestinal Problems) OVERVIEW The body can react negatively to substances, such as particular foods or ingredients
Hyperthyroidism in Pets
Hyperthyroidism in Pets Hyperthyroidism (Excessive Production of Thyroid Hormone) OVERVIEW Disease condition caused by high levels of thyroid hormones that increase metabolism in the body The thyroid gland normally produces thyroid hormones in response to
Hair Loss in Cats
Hair Loss in Cats Cat Hair Loss/Feline Alopecia – Overview “Alopecia” is the medical term for hair loss Hair loss is a common problem in cats Characterized by a complete or partial lack of hair
Asthma and Bronchitis in Cats
Asthma and Bronchitis in Cats Asthma and Bronchitis in Cats – Overview “Upper respiratory tract” (also known as the “upper airways”) includes the nose, nasal passages, throat (pharynx), and windpipe (trachea) “Lower respiratory tract” (also
Arthritis in Cats
Arthritis in Cats Arthritis in Cats – Overview “Arthritis” is the medical term for inflammation of the joints; “osteoarthritis” is a form of joint inflammation (arthritis) characterized by long-term (chronic) deterioration or degeneration of the
Acetaminophen Toxicity in Cats
Acetaminophen Toxicity in Cats Acetaminophen Toxicity in Cats – Overview Results from owners overdosing the cat with over-the-counter medications containing acetaminophen, a medication intended to control pain or fever in humans Genetics Cats—genetic deficiency in
Feline Tooth Resorption: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Feline Tooth Resorption: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Feline Tooth Resorption – An Overview Loss of varying amounts of substance of the tooth by a disease process (known as “dental resorptions”) affecting cats “Odontoclastic” refers to
Feline Oral Inflammation
Feline Oral Inflammation Inflammation of the Mouth and Throat in Cats – An Overview inflammation affecting the gums, mouth, and throat in cats Inflammation of the mouth is classified by its location, as follows: Inflammation
Maternal Behavior Problems
Maternal Behavior Problems Maternal Behavior Problems – An Overview Abnormal maternal behavior is either excessive maternal behavior in the absence of newborns (more common in cats than dogs) or deficient maternal behavior in the presence