Cat Health, Illness, & Well Being Topic Library

For basic information on General Cat Care, Tips for new owners, Health Basics, Pregnancy & Newborns, Safety & Household Hazards, Feeding & Nutrition, Behavior, Training, Tips on Introducing a New Cat and Owner Responsibility Issues, please refer to Cat Basics 101.

Last edited on June 19, 2010
Video! Located at the bottom of each section

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ABCESSES:
Abcesses - Dr. Mike Richards
Abcesses & Deep Wounds- Veterinarian's Best
Bite Wound Abcesses - Veterinary Information Network
Treatment of Cuts, Injuries, Wounds and Abscesses - Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Bite Wounds - The Pet Place
Draining Cat Abcess - Surgical treatment of cat abcess (with photos)
Fight Wound Infections - Tim J. Gruffydd-Jones, BVetMed, PhD, DipECVIM(CA) MRCVS
Cat Abcesses & Bite Wounds - Signs & symptoms from Dr. Andrew Jones, DVM
Cat Abcess with Pictures - WARNING! Graphic
Cat Abcesses - The Pet Center
Bite Wound Abcess - MarVista Veterinary Clinic
Steps in Treating Cat Wounds and Abcesses - When a veterinarian isn't available
Abcesses - Fight Wound Infections - Vetcentric
Treating Lacerations and Cut Wounds - Dr. Adrienne Mulligan
How to Diagnose & Treat Abscesses on Your Cat - Dr. Greg Mulligan

ACNE:
Feline Acne - Dr. Mike Richards
Feline Acne & Stud Tail - Feline Advisory Bureau of the UK
Feline Acne - Bob McKee
Feline Acne - Dr. Holly Nash
Feline Acne - The Pet Place
Chin Acne - Vets 4 Pets
Chin Acne - Dr. Marty Becker
Dealing With Feline Acne - Catsplay
Feline Acne - Dr. Carol Osbourne
Feline Acne Image Gallery - Google Image Resource
Dirty Chins: Feline Acne - Suite 101
Identifying, & Managing Feline Acne - By: Michele Rosenbaum, VMD, Dipl. ACVD
How to Treat Feline Acne - Dr. James Talbott

ACUPUNCTURE:
Acupuncture - From the Columbia Veterinary Associates
Acupunture - Frequently Asked Questions answered by a veterinary acupunturist
Introduction to Veterinary Acupuncture - AltVetMed.org
Introduction to Veterinary Acupuncture - Phil Rogers, Ireland. 2001 Small World Animal Congress
Animals Get the Point - National Geographic
Veterinary Acupuncture - by Brian Puterman
Veterinary Acupuncture - Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine
Acupuncture: The science behind the practice - By: Nancy Scanlan, DVM, MSFP, CVA
Basics of acupuncture - By: Randy Kidd, DVM, PhD

ADDISON'S DISEASE:
Addison's Disease - Colunbia Animal Hospital. Article relates to dogs but gives good info
Addison's Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) - From Marvista Vet
Addison's Disease - Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
Addison's Disease - World Animal Congress, 2001
What is Addison's Disease? - Columbia Animal Hospital
Addison's Disease - Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine
Addison's Disease - from Vetcentric

AGGRESSION & BITING
Aggression & Biting Tips - Identifying types & causes of aggression, biting & solutions.

ALLERGIES (See also FLEAS):
Allergies (Multiple Topics) - Drs. Foster & Smith. Excellent article with several links on hot spots, food allergies, fatty acid supplements, ear allergies, miliary dermatitis, inhalant dermatitis and flea allergy
Allergies: A Nutritional Approach to Treatment - by Wendell O Belfield, DVM
Allergic Skin Disease - By Susan Gayle Wynn, DVM
Treatment of Allergies - Joe Bodewes, DVM
Allergies & Hair Loss - Race Foster, DVM
Skin Allergies - Long Beach Animal Hospital
Allergic Problems in Cats - Dr. Mike Richards
Food Allergies - MarVista Animal Medical Center
Food Allergies: The Truth About Lamb & Rice - University of Illinois
Food Allergies & Intolerance - Hill's
Food Allergies - Includes info on food trials & hypoallergenic diets. Wendy C. Brooks, DVM, DABVP
Inhalant Allergies - MarVista Animal Medical Center
Inhalant Allergies - Excellent article from Wendy C. Brooks, DVM, DABVP
New Antihistamines for Allergic Cats - 2001 Vet Conference Update
Seasonal Allergies & Your Pet - The Pet Place, Dr. Dawn Ruben
Allergic Dermatitis - The Pet Place, Dr. Erika DePapp
Allergy Testing in Cats - The Pet Place
Allergies in the Dog & Cat - Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Allergies - Columbia Animal Hospital
The Four Types of Allergies - Good general discussion on causes & treatments
Skin Allergies in Cats and Dogs - Part 1 -Dr. Mathew Wheaton
Skin Allergies in Cats and Dogs - Part 2 - Dr. Mathew Wheaton
Dogs and Cats with Skin Allergies - Atopic Dermatitis - Dr. Colleen Smith
Dogs and Cats with Food Allergies - Dr. Colleen Smith

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE:
AltVetMed
Holisticat
Alternative Medicine - Dr. Mike Richards
Alternative Medicine For Pets - About.com Guide
The Appeal of "Alternative" Therapies - The Pet Place, Dr. David Ramey
The Debate Over Alternative Therapies for Pets - The Pet Place, Aneeta Brown
Holistic & Alternative Veterinary Medicine - Drs. Foster & Smith
Alternative Medicine Techniques - Drs. Foster & Smith

ANAL GLANDS:
Anal Sac Disease - from Marvista Animal Medical Center
Anal Glands - Drs. Foster & Smith, article by Joe Bodewes, DVM
Don't Ignore Your Pet's Pain in the Butt! - University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine
Anal Gland Impaction - from Barkbytes
Expressing Anal Glands - If you dare!
Anal Sacs - More Than You Ever Wanted To Know! - Wendy C. Brooks, DVM, DABVP
Anal Sac Disease - Columbia Animal Hospital (with diagrams)
Anal Sac Disease - The Pet Place, Dr. Cathy Reese
Anal Sac Removal - Surgical Removal (with Photos). The PetCenter
Anal Sac Problems in Your Dog or Cat - Ronald S. Hines DVM PhD
Anal Sac Disease - Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine
Anal Sac Disease - with diagrams. From Vetcentric
Anal Glands: How to express them? - Yuck, but helpful if you have to do it!!
Veterinary Secrets: Dog Anal Gland Problems - Double yuck, but one of those things we need to know!
How to Express a Cat's Anal Glands - Dr. James Talbott

ANATOMY:
Atlas of Veterinary Clinical Anatomy - Excellent Resource from Washington State School of Veterinary Medicine. Diagrams of all the major anatomical systems
Index of Organ Systems - Drs. Foster & Smith
Anatomy of Skin, Hair & Nails
Normal Joint Anatomy - Holly Frisby, DVM
Anatomy of Bones, Muscles & Nerves - Drs. Foster & Smith
Anatomy & Function of the Liver - Drs. Foster & Smith
Anatomy of the Eye - Drs. Foster & Smith
Anatomy of the Heart & Respiratory System - Drs. Foster & Smith
The Immune System - Holly Frisby, DVM
Anatomy & Function of the Digestive System - Drs. Foster & Smith
Anatomy of the Teeth & Mouth - Drs. Foster & Smith
Virtual Cat Anatomy - R.D. Parker & Carol Roper. Slide presentation
Feline Anatomy - Parts of the Cat and How They Work - About.com

ANEMIA:
Anemia: Causes and Treatment - Dr. Elisabeth Snead, DVM
Feline Anemia Support Group - An e-mail support group of feline anemia owners
Anemia - VetCentric
Anemia In Dogs Cats and Ferrets - Ron Hines DVM PhD
An Introduction to Anemia - What to Expect - Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Anemia - The Merck Veterinary Manual
Anemia - Dr. Erika De Papp, The PetPlace
What Is a Reticulocyte Count? - The PetPlace Veterinarians
Canine & Feline Anemia - From Vetcentric

Autoimmune (Immune Mediated) Hemolytic Anemia / Hemolytic Anemia (Heinz Body Anemia - ONIONS!!!):
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia - Dr. Mike Richards
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia - Dr. Mike Richards
Auto-Immune Hemolytic Anemia - Drs. Foster & Smith
Canine Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia - VetCentric
AutoImmune Hemolytic Anemia - Columbia Animal Hospital
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) - Dr. Leah Cohn, The Pet Place
What is Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia? - Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) - MarVista Vet

Hemolytic Anemia - Dr. Leah Cohn, The Pet Place
New Diagnostic Test for Hemolytic Anemia - Drs. Foster & Smith, DVM
Hemolytic Anemia - Dr. Leah Cohn, The PetPlace
Diagnosis of Hemolytic Anemias - 2001 World Animal Congress
Onions & Garlic: Heinz Body Anemia - Drs. Foster & Smith
Anemia Caused by Onions - Margaret A. Wissman, DVM
Hemolytic Anemia caused by Onions - from Feline Future
Heinz Body Anemia - Technical!! From the University Of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Hemolytic Anemia - Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

Feline Infectious Anemia: See HEMOBARTONELLA
ANESTHESIA:
Anesthesia and Your Pet - Columbia Animal Hospital
Anesthesia in Cats - Dr. Mike Richards
Anesthesia - Long Beach Animal Hospital
Anesthesia - Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
Safe Anesthesia - Dr. Jennifer McKinnis, DVM
Anesthesia In Your Dog & Cat - Ron Hines DVM PhD
What is Anesthesia? - Dr. Emily S. Southward, The Pet Place
Recommendations for Before, During, and After Surgery - Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Veterinary Anethesia - from Southpaws
What is Anesthesia? - ThePetPlace
Veterinary Anesthesia - Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine
Pre Anesthesia Bloodwork for Cats - Dr. Greg McDonald
Anesthesia Procedures for Cats - Dr. Greg McDonald
Monitoring Your Cat Under Anesthesia - Dr. Greg McDonald
Anesthesia/Surgical Aftercare for Pets - Dr. Mathew Wheaton

ANXIETY: (See also BEHAVIOR)
Working With a Fearful Cat - From Cats International
Separation Anxiety in Cats - The Pet Place
Anxiety In Cats - Interesting Study!
The Fearful Cat - Denver Animal League
The Shy or Fearful Cat - King Country Animal Shelter
The Fearful Cat - The Humane Society of the United States
Fear, Anxiety & Panic From Holisticat. Flower essences & homeopathic remedies
Car Sickness & Fear of Riding in Cars - Marty Smith, DVM
Drugs and Natural Therapeutics to Reduce Anxiety - By: Gary Landsberg, BSc, DVM, DACVB, DECVBM-CA
Is it medical or is it behavioral? - By: Gary Landsberg, BSc, DVM, DACVB, DECVBM-CA

ANTIBIOTICS:
Antibiotics Commonly Used in Cats - UC Davis Koret Animal Shelter

APPETITE: (See also TUBE FEEDING)
Appetite Stimulation - Dr. Mike Richards, DVM
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approach to the Anorectic Cat - World Small Animal Congress, 2001
When Your Dog or Cat Eats Like a Bird - Tracy Vogel, Vetcentric
Anorexia - Dr. Etienne Cote, The Pet Place
Diseases That Can Cause Anorexia - The Petplace
Feeding a Pet That Can't Or Won't Eat - Melissa Turner

ARTHRITIS:
Arthritis in Dogs and Cats - Columbia Animal Hospital
Arthritis in Dogs and Cats - University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine
Arthritis - From AltVetMed
Arthritis in Cats - From Drs. Foster & Smith
Causes of Arthritis in Cats - Marty Smith, DVM
Glucosamine & Chondroitin Treatments in Cats - Joe Bodewes, DVM
Updates on Arthritis Treatment 2001 Vet Conference - Drs. Foster & Smith
Arthritis & Rimadyl - Dr. Mike Richards DVM
Arthritis - Dr. Mike Richards
Arthritis in Cats - Signs & Treatment
Arthritis & Joint Disease Center - From MarVista Vet
What medications are available to treat cats with arthritis? - VetCentric
Dealing with Arthritis in Your Dog And Cat - Ron Hines DVM PhD
Degenerative Arthritis - Dr. Robert Parker, The Pet Place
Skeletal, Bone, and Arthritic Problems in Dogs and Cats - Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Dealing with Arthritis Joint and Back Pain in your Dog And Cat - Ron Hines DVM PhD
The Pet Arthritis Resource Center - Synflex America
The Pet Arthritis Center - sponsored by DTC Health, Inc
Arthritis - American Association of Animal Hospitals
Osteoarthritis in cats: What we now know about recognition and treatment - By: Sheilah A. Robertson, BVMS (Hons), PhD, DACVA, DECVA, CVA, MRCVS
Osteoarthritis in cats - By: Susan Little, DVM, DABVP
Arthritis in Cats: Omega 3 Fatty Acids - From Purina

ASPIRIN & ACETAMINOPHEN IN CATS:
Aspirin Poisoning - Dr. Mike Richards, DVM
Is it OK to give your cat aspirin? - VetCentric
Aspirin Toxicity - The Pet Place
Acetominophen Poisoning - Note also: Kaopectate. Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Asprin Toxicity in Cats - Michigan Veterinary Specialists
About Aspirin & Cats - Dr. James Talbott

ASTHMA:
Asthma - The Winn Foundation
Asthma - Dr. Mike Richards
Asthma - by Margaret Muns, DVM
Asthma - MarVista Animal Medical Center
Feline Asthma - Drs. Foster & Smith, Joe Bodewes, DVM
What is Asthma? - Wendy C. Brooks, DVM, DABVP from the VIN website
Asthma - From the Pet Doctor
Feline Asthma - From Michigan State College of Veterinary Medicine
Inhaled Medication for Feline Asthma - 2001 Small Animal Veterinary Conference
2002 Update: New Treatments - Kansas State News Release
Bronchial Asthma in Cats - Columbia Animal Hospital
Feline Asthma - Chronic Bronchitis In Your Cat - Ron Hines DVM PhD
Feline Asthma - Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Feline Asthma: Bronchitis Syndrome in Cats - Dr. Roger Ross, DVM
Bronchial Asthma - The Pet Place
Fritz the Brave: An Owner's Site - This is a great site!
What is the Best Way to Treat Asthma? - Ask the Vet, Mobile Vets Southern California
Feline Asthma - Feline Advisory Bureau, UK.
Giving Inhaler Medications to a Cat - Nancy Johnson
Feline Asthma Message Board - Yahoo Groups
Feline Asthma - By: Elizabeth Rozanski, DVM, DACVECC
Aerokat Feline asthma delivery demo - youtube
Rocky Takes Inhaled Medications - youtube
Cat Treatment with Inhaler - youtube

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BABIES AND CATS - Several links on bringing home baby

BACH FLOWER ESSENCES

BEHAVIOR:
Diagnosing & Correcting Behavior Issues - Understanding feline body language, nocturnal behavior, aggression towards people, aggression between cats, compulsive licking, stress, the fearful cat, correcting biting and scratching, avoiding litterbox problems, training & socialization, cats and babies, reference reading.
LitterBox & Spraying Problem Help

BLADDER PROBLEMS (See URINARY TRACT DISEASE)
BLINDNESS:
How Do I Deal With A Blind Pet? - From Eyevet
Blindness - From Animal Eye Specialists
Blindness - Mesa Veterinary Clinic
Caring for the Blind Pet - Animal Eye Care
Can Blind Pets Lead Happy Lives? - Veterinary Vision Eye Care
Living With a Blind Cat - Messy Beast
Tips to help you care for your Blind Pet - Iowa State University
Blindness: What to Watch For - The Petplace
Living with a Blind Pet - The PetPlace
Caring for a Blind Pet Part 1 - BestFriends Pet Care
Caring for a Blind Pet Part 2 - BestFriends Pet Care
Caring For Your Blind Pet - Michigan Veterinary Specialists

BORDETELLA:
Bordetella - The Winn Foundation
Bordetella - Dr. Mike Richards
Bordetella - From VetInfo
Bordetella - From Pet Vets
Feline Bordetella - A poignant story written by an owner with personal experience
Feline Bordetella - A Tenacious and Controversial Respiratory Disease in Cats from About.com
Feline Bordetella - A Shelter's persepctive
Feline Bordetella - from Jennifer Redding
"Kitty Colds" Can Plague Cats - USA Today