CONJUNCTIVITIS – Feline

Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva (the tissues lining the inner eyelids and the white portion of the eye). Diagnosis is based on physical examination findings, but fluorescein staining and other tests may be recommended to determine the extent of the...

CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE IN CATS – Feline

Congestive heart failure is a condition in which a cat’s heart cannot deliver sufficient blood to the body. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (a thickening of the heart walls) is one of the more common causes of this condition in cats. Signs include difficult or rapid...

COMMON HOUSEHOLD POISONS – Feline

Many common food items or household products can sicken or even kill animals. Be aware of what substances may be toxic to your pet, and store and use them safely. If you think your pet has eaten something poisonous, call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline...

COLITIS – Feline

Colitis is a condition in which the colon, the last portion of the digestive tract, is inflamed. Dogs and cats may experience colitis for a few days or for many months. Signs of colitis include diarrhea with mucus and/or fresh blood, straining to defecate, and...

COGNITIVE DYSFUNCTION – Feline

Cognitive dysfunction (CD) in dogs and cats can be compared with Alzheimer’s disease in humans, although the conditions are not identical. Before diagnosing CD, your veterinarian may recommend diagnostic testing to rule out other medical conditions that can cause...