That black gunky stuff in your cat’s stinky ear should never be ignored. A buildup of black “stuff” in a cat’s ear needs immediate medical attention – because most likely, it’s being caused by bugs [...]

A sagging or drooping belly in a cat can be an alarming symptom to many cat lovers, and it’s only natural to suspect cancer as a possible cause – such as cancer of the bowels [...]

Black or very dark gums in an old cat can be a sign of cancer, but can also signal dental problems. The older the cat, the more likely that very dark gums are related to [...]

If your cat’s lower lip seems to be drooping to one side lately, do not ignore; it can be caused by cancer or stroke, though there are also benign causes of this kind of symptom. [...]

If your cat has bald patches above its eyes, you may be worried that cancer might be a possible cause. There are actually several possible causes of bald patches—loss of fur—occurring above a cat’s eyes. [...]

A bump or nodule on the lower lip of a cat has many potential causes including cancer. The cat’s lower lip bump must be checked immediately to rule out a serious cause. It’s very important [...]

There is more than one possible cause for persistent sores at the end of a cat’s tail. Certainly this is not something that a cat owner should ignore – not any more than you’d ignore [...]

If you’re reluctant to bring an injured cat in for emergency treatment because you can’t pay the bill, here’s encouraging information from a veterinarian. It’s one thing when a cat gets sick (ongoing diarrhea, starts [...]

A vet explains why your kitten’s anus is swollen and irritated: MANY possible causes. This could be due to quite a few possible causes that then indirectly lead to anal irritation and swelling. The most [...]

Will yogurt make your cat sick? Will yogurt -- considered healthy for people -- cause your cat to vomit? Many people will give their cat milk without a second thought, and milk is a dairy [...]

Here’s what a veterinarian, not layperson in a forum, says about what might be causing your cat to lick off its fur. Does your cat frequently lick off its fur, sometimes even in patches? I asked [...]

A vet provides easy way to figure out how much your cat should urinate every day. “The normal water intake for an adult cat is 45 ml (about 1-1/2 oz) per kg (2.2 lbs.) of [...]

A veterinarian discusses three categories of causes of sudden hind leg weakness in a senior aged cat. If your old cat has experienced sudden-onset weakness in its hind legs, there can be a serious medical [...]

Here is a complete guide to cat stools from a veterinarian: what different shapes, colors, consistency and other features might mean. It’s very important that you get comfortable with the idea of inspecting your cat’s [...]

Diarrhea in a cat can have many causes, and a veterinarian warns that cancer can actually be a possible cause. Has your cat been experiencing diarrhea lately and you’re beginning to wonder if this could be a symptom [...]

Has your cat been experiencing hair loss on or near the ears, and you’re wondering if this could possibly be a sign of cancer? It's very important that you regularly check your kitty's ears. Regularly [...]

If your cat’s anus has blood in or around it, there’s a chance it could be cancer, says a veterinarian. Have you noticed what appears to be blood near, around or in your cat’s anus, and wondering [...]

Cancer is among several causes, says a veterinarian, of progressive rear leg weakness in an old cat. There are basically four categories of causes for gradual weakness in the hind legs of an older cat, [...]

If you think your cat’s tail is double-jointed, here is what a veterinarian says about this observation. Have you ever looked at your cat’s tail and thought, “Hmm, it has to be double-jointed  --  or [...]

How often do you inspect your cat's anus? Sure, many cat owners don't like to do this, and in fact, outright avoid it. However, if your beloved cat has a swollen anus, this can be [...]

An old cat can vomit for several reasons, some benign and some serious. Cause #1 of an old cat vomiting One cause can be diet, says Dr. Jules Benson, BVSc, chief veterinary officer with NationwideDVM, [...]

Here is a veterinarian’s guide for gum color in cats. The color of a cat’s gums can tell a lot about your pet’s health. Ideal Cat Gum Color “When it comes to your cat’s gums, [...]

A veterinarian discusses declawing your cat and your pet licking the paws afterwards. You’ve had your cat declawed and are now noticing that your pet keeps licking its paws. Should you allow this? Is it [...]

A veterinarian discusses cancer as a possible cause of a pinkish red growth in a cat’s paw. Not all sinister growths on a cat are black or otherwise dark. There is reason to beware of [...]