Why is one of my cats on top of the other?
The behavior you describe mimics the breeding posture and behavior. This can be a pleasure thing or a dominance thing. Some cats will do this because they like to…and will do it to other cats, stuffed animals, dogs, etc. Make sure the cat doing this behavior has plenty of playtime, toys, and stimulation.
How can I tell if my cat has upper respiratory disease?
If your vet wants to determine the infectious agent causing the disease, they will perform other diagnostic tests, including an analysis of the discharge from your cat’s eyes, nose, or throat. Your vet may also take a small skin sample (a ‘conjunctival scrape’) from the inside of your cat’s eyelids.
Is it better to take my cat to the vet?
Obviously seeing the vet is the better option just to be completely without doubt or worry, but my cat seeing the vet is a situation more stressful to her than this tooth is.
How can you tell if your cat has Uri?
Look at your cat’s eyes and nose. Discharge from the eyes and nose is one of the most common signs of feline URI. The discharge may look clear in the early stages of disease, then become yellow and pus-like as the disease progresses. Your cat’s eyelids may also become red and inflamed.
Can a cat with Vestibular Syndrome go to the vet?
This is a problem with the balance mechanism in the inner ear and leads to the symptoms you describe. A vet needs to check the cat’s ears for signs of infection and start appropriate treatment. Cats with vestibular syndrome usually do well although some are left with a permanent head tilt.
When to see the vet for cat skin lesions?
There are many possible causes for feline skin lesions. The treatment depends on the type and cause of the sore. Anytime your cat has a sore that doesn’t heal in a few days or that oozes yellow or green-colored puss, see your vet as this is a sign of infection.
What are the symptoms of an upper respiratory infection in cats?
Other, less specific symptoms of an upper respiratory infection include anorexia, lethargy, fever, enlarged lymph nodes and blepharospasm (squinting). In severe cases, the cat may have difficulty breathing. Most cases of URI in cats last seven to ten days. How does a cat get an upper respiratory infection?
This is a problem with the balance mechanism in the inner ear and leads to the symptoms you describe. A vet needs to check the cat’s ears for signs of infection and start appropriate treatment. Cats with vestibular syndrome usually do well although some are left with a permanent head tilt.
When to take your cat to the vet?
If they are short but back-to-back, or they have more than one, you should take your cat to the veterinarian immediately. While your cat is having a seizure (and even after), don’t touch them unless they’re at risk of hurting themselves — if they’re about to fall down the stairs or into deep water, for example.