Cat Diseases

By Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com Guide to Veterinary Medicine

Find information and resources on all aspects of feline health, organized by body system. Diseases covered include infectious, metabolic, endocrine and anatomical (such as kidney failure) are included.

1. Diseases
2. Reproduction
3. Parasites

Diseases

Find information and resources on all aspects of feline health, organized by body system. Diseases covered include infectious, metabolic, endocrine and anatomical (such as kidney failure) are included.

• Cat Diseases - Frequently Asked Questions
• Behavioral Problems
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Diseases
• Digestive & Liver Diseases

• Endocrine Diseases
• Food Allergies
• Kidney & Urinary Diseases
• Parasites
• Skin & Coat Diseases

Reproduction

Information and resources on feline reproduction, pregnancy, birth and kitten care. Information on spaying and neutering is also included.

• Pregnancy and Birth in Cats
• Is it OK to vaccinate my pet if she is pregnant or nursing?
• How long are cats pregnant for?
• Neutering Q & A
• Spaying Q & A

Parasites

Information about fleas, ticks, intestinal worms, ear mites and other common parasites of cats.

• Veterinary Parasites - All
• Skin and Coat Diseases
• How to Give Your Cat (or Dog) a Flea Bath
• What is Fly Strike, also known as Myasis?
• What is Ringworm, and how do pets get it?