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DOG PROBLEMS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
CAT PROBLEMS-Questions & Answers
Cat's eye is runny, tears. I took him to the vet. Nothing wrong.
I am not sure what your question is in here but if your cat is having continually runny eyes then there is likely an underlying problem. It may not be a serious and an underlying cause may not be immediately apparent but a cat's eye should not have teary discharge. We see many, many cats that have the feline herpes virus. This virus can cause a runny eye (sometimes both but often one) that can run and be winky. It can also cause irritation of the lining of the eye, ulcers on the eye and other problems. It is not curable but can be treated symptomatically to reduce outbreaks and minimize complications. Some cats may also have a blocked tear duct that causes tearing. If it continues or if you are concerned I would revisit with your veterinarian or consider a second opinion.
My cat was 3 months old when I got her from a local farm. She had ear mites but was...
A cat that is over-grooming can be a very frustrating thing. It can be caused by many different things. We always try to rule out medical causes first like allergies (fleas, food, pollens, grasses etc) before we consider an underlying behavior issue. I am unsure what tests have been done with your girl but I do think we may want to rethink what is going on with her. Cats with allergies often have itchy skin rather than runny eyes and nose like humans do. They also can acquire allergies as they get older. In general, allergic conditions respond to anti-inflammatories like steroids (depo-medrol is a steroid). In general, a steroid like depo-medrol should not affect a behavior problem like anxiety or ocd. This makes me think a part of your cat's over-grooming may not be behavioral but allergic. It's hard to say for sure without seeing her or doing some tests but I would explore this. Often a 6-8 week trial of a limited ingredient diet (with no other foods or treats) can be helpful. It would also be ideal to get your cat off the depo-medrol shots as they can have side effects, like diabetes, when used long term. Your veterinarian can help you with this.
I would still try to address your cat's nervousness. Of course, keeping a normal routine for her is helpful. There is a great feline pheromone product that comes in a spray of diffuser than can help nervous cats. I would also respect her limits. Many cats’ are not comfortable around strangers and are bonded only to their owners. Consider yourself the chosen one! Let us know how things go and if you have more questions.
My parents took their kitten, 1-1/2 years female, to the vet yesterday because when they...
Vertigo is a not a term we use a lot in veterinary medicine. Vertigo in people refers to a sensation of falling or spinning. We are unsure if our cats can feel this or not. We do see cats that act like they may have vertigo. They may circle, or walk wobbly with no sense of balance. A good physical exam can help. We first try to localize where the problem is coming from...looking at things like which side the cat is circling and what kind of eye movements he or she may have can help tell us where the problem is (inner ear versus central nervous system, etc.). For cats that are showing these signs of circling and incoordination, we think of many possible causes. It's important to rule out an inner ear infection. Other infectious causes like feline leukemia, FIP, toxoplasmosis and fungal disease can cause neurologic signs.
Trauma or toxicity is possible along with the possibility of a tumor. Cats also can get "feline idiopathic vestibular disease." Signs appear with no cause being found. It occurs more in mid to late summer and is more common in the NE U.S. If it is indeed the idiopathic disease it will usually resolve on its own but cats may have some residual signs. Idiopathic disease should not be considered until other causes have been ruled out. If your cat is showing any of these signs, it's best to have him or her examined.
Our cat Marbles has small pimples around her neck an in scratching herself, the last vet...
Melatonin is actually a hormone that can have many effects. It can help regulate circadian rhythms and because of this is used with sleep issues. I would not categorize it as a sleeping pill. It also may have some anti-oxidant effects in the nervous system, help regulate growth hormone and may help with depression. It also seems to have some properties that work with the immune system (called an immune-modulator), and this aspect is what has been used to help cats with allergies. Some people have had some success with it, but to my knowledge no studies have been done to show its effectiveness in allergies. Hope this helps.
We have a three year old cat we adopted. We have had him for two years now. Our question...
Good for you that you are trying to keep your cat active and stimulated. I feel this is extremely important for an indoor cat. Active play sessions and toys can be great but you also need to follow the cat's lead. You sound like you've tried lots of things already but I am a big fan of the feathers on a string tied to a stick toys. To help him burn extra energy you can play with him on the stairs. Many cats will also respond to a small flashlight of laser light (use extreme caution near their eyes). I also recommend rotating toys as you’re doing but leave some behind that are only brought out for special occasions to keep him interested. Your guy may just be a mellow boy, so again follow his cues. Keep up the good work!
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