Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex
Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex (EGC) is not a specific disease. Instead, the term is used to describe three types of skin lesions that occur on cats. The cells involved in …
Cat Articles
Elimination Behaviors
Throughout their lives, many household cats will experience some problem with elimination behaviors. These behaviors may include urinating, defecating or scent marking outside of their litter box. Although the …
Ear Problems
The most common ear problem in cats is inflammation of the outer ear, technically termed otitis externa. The area between the outside opening and the eardrum can be irritated …
Declawing Your Cat
The decision to declaw your cat can be a difficult and emotional dilemma. There are many opinions on the subject ranging from adamantly against the procedure, citing cruelty, to …
Cystitis and Stones
Problems of the bladder and urethra are all too common in pet cats. The lower urinary tract can be a site for inflammation, infection, stones, and obstructions. Together, these …
Considerations in Choosing Your New Cat
Caring for a cat brings many years of unconditional companionship and joy to our lives. Choosing the right cat for your home is essential to avoid behavioral problems that …
Chlamydiosis in Cats
Feline Chlamydiosis causes upper respiratory and eye infections in cats. It is a bacterial infection caused by the organism Chlamydophila felis (previously Chlamydia psittaci). The symptoms are generally mild …
Hepatobiliary Disease (Formerly Cholangiohepatitis) in Cats
There are numerous causes of liver inflammation, or hepatitis, in cats. Cholangiohepatitis is a description of a certain type of liver dysfunction rather than a diagnosis of the cause. …
Acne
Feline acne is caused by comedones, or blackheads, on the cat’s chin. Stress, poor grooming habits, immune suppression, and contact dermatitis can be triggers for acne. Comedones form when …
Stomatitis in Cats
Stomatitis in cats, sometimes called gingivostomatitis, plasma cell stomatitis, or lymphoplasmacytic stomatitis, is a very painful condition affecting the tissues in the mouth. The cause of this condition remains …