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WEBCauses of acute vomiting include ingestion of an irritating substance, such as plant material, gastrointestinal foreign body, ingestion of a toxin or poison, infection due to bacteria, virus, or parasites, kidney or liver failure, and pancreatitis. All of those things can also cause chronic vomiting. In this case the cat may feel well between ...
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Top 6 Questions About Anemia in Cats Answered | PetCoach
WEBAnemia in cats falls into one of three broad categories. First, there’s loss of red blood cells, which means hemorrhage, either from bleeding from a major vessels to the outside of the body, or bleeding inside the body, which in cats usually happens as a result of rat poison ingestion. The next category involves a decrease in the production ...
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Obesity in Cats - PetCoach
WEBObesity is defined as an abnormal accumulation of excessive fat on the body. Simply put, this occurs when more calories are consumed than utilized. Obesity is a very common disease in cats, with estimates of up to 50 percent of cats between ages five to ten being overweight or obese. The main concerns surrounding obesity in cats involve the ...
Is My Cat Overweight? And Other Cat Obesity FAQs | PetCoach
WEBCats who are on a special diet because of another condition (e.g., bladder stones) should remain on that diet and simply be fed less of it. In most cases, getting good results from a weight loss program means the cat should be placed on a limited calorie diet.
Information About Asthma in Cats - PetCoach
WEBSigns of asthma in cats may include wheezing, coughing, and/or episodes of breathing difficulty, particularly with increased effort on expiration. This might appear as open-mouthed panting, or as if the cat is working extra hard to push air out using its abdominal muscles. During severe episodes of breathing difficulty, the cat may lay flat on ...
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in Cats - PetCoach
WEBRegardless of its cause, the signs associated with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency are usually obvious and fit a distinct pattern. The cat loses weight, seems constantly hungry, and has high volumes of loose or semi-formed stools. The stool may have a foul odor. The high amount of fat in the stool may make the anal area and coat appear greasy.
Pneumonia in Cats - PetCoach
WEBSymptoms & Signs. The most frequent and noticeable symptom of pneumonia is dyspnea (difficulty breathing), especially on inhalation. Pet parents will notice that their cat’s breaths are rapid and shallow. The cat has difficulty obtaining enough oxygen as the lung tissue becomes filled with fluid, thus reducing the number of functional air ...