Cat Health: What You Need to Know in the KATTOVIT Blog

Weißes Kätzchen mit blauen Augen und kahlen Stellen sitzt auf dunklem Stoff.

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Bald patches on cats – detect and treat early

Are you discovering bald spots in your cat's fur? Such spots can indicate various problems – ranging from stress and parasites to allergies and serious illnesses. Find out here how hair loss develops, how you can help your cat, and when a visit to the vet is necessary.

KATTOVIT Redaktion 29 Aug 2024

Das Gesicht einer Katze in Nahaufnahme. Die Katze hat große, grüne Augen und eine feuchte, rosa Nase mit einigen schwarzen Flecken darauf.

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Cat has a wet nose: What does that mean?

A slightly moist nose is normal in healthy cats and is no cause for concern. However, if there are changes in the consistency, color or amount of nasal secretions, this can indicate health problems. Find out here when a moist nose can indicate an illness and when a visit to the vet is necessary.

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Gestromte Katze mit geöffnetem Maul, menschliche Hand zeigt Zähne und Rachen sanft.

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Cat has inflammation in the mouth

Inflammation in your cat's mouth can be painful and indicate serious illnesses. Watch for symptoms and treat the inflammation promptly to avoid serious consequences. Learn more about causes and treatment options here.

KATTOVIT Redaktion 29 Aug 2024

Eine orangefarbene Katze schaut aus einer weißen Katzentoilette heraus. Die Toilette steht auf einem Holzboden vor einer hellblauen Wand.

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Your cat urinates a lot? This is what is behind it

If your cat is suddenly urinating frequently, there can be various reasons for this. Even if the resulting accidents are initially annoying, they rarely happen without a reason. Find out here what increased urination can mean and when you should be concerned.

KATTOVIT Redaktion 28 Aug 2024

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Cat's mouth stinks

Unpleasant breath in your cat can indicate various problems, ranging from harmless to serious conditions. Learn everything you need to know here about possible causes, treatment, and preventive measures.

KATTOVIT Redaktion 28 Aug 2024

Grau-weiße Katze verlässt weiße Katzentoilette auf hellem Holzboden vor weißer Wand.

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Frequent bowel movements in cats: causes, symptoms, and when to see a vet

Your cat's stool provides important clues about digestion, intestinal health, and potential feline diseases. If your cat defecates frequently, there may be harmless causes. Sometimes, however, it can be due to digestive problems, parasites, or illnesses. Here you can learn about the first warning signs, the possible underlying causes, and when you should consult a veterinarian.

KATTOVIT Redaktion 28 Aug 2024

Eine schwarze Katze mit gelben Augen, die in die Kamera blickt. Neben ihr steht ein Metallnapf auf einem Holzboden.

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Cat not eating: causes, tips and treatment

When a cat does not eat, cat owners quickly become worried. Often there are harmless reasons behind it, yet the refusal to eat can also be a warning sign of serious illness. It is important that you assess the situation correctly and react early.

Here you will learn which causes for loss of appetite in cats are typical, when a visit to the vet becomes necessary, and how you can support your cat's food intake.

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Eine orangefarbene Katze liegt schlafend auf einem hellbraunen Teppich.

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Cat sleeps a lot

Cats sleep a lot, even when they're energetic during playtime. Learn how much sleep cats need, why they sleep so much, and when increased tiredness should be a cause for concern.

KATTOVIT Redaktion 02 May 2024

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Cat drinks a lot

Is your cat suddenly drinking more than usual? This can indicate health problems. Find out here how much liquid cats normally need, how to recognize excessive thirst and what the possible causes are.

KATTOVIT Redaktion 02 May 2024

Grau getigerte, langhaarige Katze wird gestreichelt und wirkt fiebrig.

Your cat's health is the highest priority – but unfortunately, there are many diseases and symptoms that can make life difficult for your indoor cat. As experts in health-promoting diet food based on the latest veterinary research, we are committed to enabling every cat to live as long and healthy a life as possible.

Our guides on cat health support you in this: Learn about the different pathogens and parasites, which symptoms to look out for, how you can prevent your cat from contracting feline diseases, and how you can help your furry friend quickly and effectively if the worst happens.

Cat diseases: From kidney failure and feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) to feline AIDS – harmful pathogens and diseases do not spare cats either. We inform you about common cat diseases in outdoor and indoor cats, and provide tips on how to prevent infection and ensure proper treatment.
Symptoms: Sometimes cats show unusual symptoms, but it is not clear whether they are actually ill. Constant grooming, for example, can indicate a parasite infestation, frequent urination can be a sign of hyperthyroidism, and a runny nose can indicate dangerous feline upper respiratory tract infection. In our articles on typical symptoms, we explain possible causes, consequences, and treatment options.
Health prevention: To prevent infection with a pathogen or the development of a cat disease in the first place, it is important to take preventive measures in good time and promote your cat's health. Our guides provide helpful tips on this – for example, how to reduce the formation of hairballs in your cat and how to recognize if your cat is suffering.