Cat

What are the symptoms of a sick cat?

Constricted or dilated pupils. Vomiting or diarrhea. Sudden mood change. No inclination to play or appearing lethargic. Much less or much more vocal than usual. Sudden changes in appetite, drinking, or eating habits. Noticeable weight loss or gain. Rapid breathing or shortness of breath.

What can I do if my cat is being sick?

Remove food for two hours, but continue to provide water. After this time, try offering a teaspoon of their usual food or bland low-fat cooked food such as chicken or white fish. If they keep this down, offer small amounts every few hours for the. ... Then go back to your usual routine.

What can I do if my cat is being sick?

Remove food for two hours, but continue to provide water. After this time, try offering a teaspoon of their usual food or bland low-fat cooked food such as chicken or white fish. If they keep this down, offer small amounts every few hours for the. ... Then go back to your usual routine.

How do you rehydrate a cat?

Add a small amount of chicken broth or tuna juice to their water. Instead of dry food, try giving them wet food. Place some ice cubes in their water bowl.

What treatments do cats need?

Adult cats should be wormed regularly, and when feeding kittens. Recommended frequency depends on whether good quality flea treatment is given regularly, and if the cat is able to hunt. It is probably sensible to treat most cats at least four times a year.

Fleas are a very common external feline health problem

Fleas are a very common external feline health problem. But it's one you can easily treat. Signs your cat has fleas include: Flea dirt on its skin (they look like tiny black dots) Constant scratching Frequent licking Red or irritated skin Hair loss Skin infections or hot spots