Cat health questions
6 questions from cat owners about their cats, each answered in writing by a licensed veterinarian. Got your own? Ask a vet.
Kitten drank a teaspoon of marinara sauce with onion and garlic: what to watch for
Sorry to hear you're concerned. I am sure he was not exposed to a significant amount. I would look for signs of vomiting, diarrhea, and or lethargy. If you notice any of those, please take them to a vet for evaluation.
Answered by Dylan Wilson, DVM
Cat's upper eyelid suddenly swollen but the eye itself looks clear
There is inflammation in that right eyelid. It could be trauma, cellulitis, or a foreign body causing the swelling. A vet visit would be needed for eyedrops to help with the situation was the vet determines the cause.
Answered by Dylan Wilson, DVM
Cat misted with insect repellent by mistake: what to watch for after washing it off
The next time you have a situation like this I recommend calling the ASPCA animal poison control help line. They have very knowledgeable people that can help with these situations. The cat should be fine if that was a picaridin spray and you quickly diluted the product after the fact.
Answered by Dylan Wilson, DVM
Cat crying more than usual, preferring soft food and pooping outside the litter box
Sorry to hear about your cat's situation. I'd agree extra vocalizing and going outside the litter box is likely a pain indicator. I'd try to bring him to the vet to see about his teeth or potentially his joints.
Answered by Dylan Wilson, DVM
Senior cat straining to pee and poop, with drops of blood: does she need a vet today?
Sorry to hear about your cat. I would get her to the vet as soon as possible. I'm concerned over the constipation and blood. She may become severely constipated and that can be an emergency. It's a good idea to get ahead of why she's straining to defecate.
Answered by Dylan Wilson, DVM
Scottish Fold that has never been able to jump and is slowing down
Sorry to hear this situation with your cat. Unfortunately, osteochondrodysplasia is a common scottish fold genetic trait that comes with the breed. The folded ears trait comes from a genetic mutation that leads to many skeletal development issues at a young age. It is a lifelong condition that will lead to osteoarthritis of the affected joints. Expectations is lifelong pain management and environment changes to help with mobility. You should be able to work with your veterinarian to manage his condition.
Answered by Dylan Wilson, DVM
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