Cat diseases

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Eine Katze mit dem Maul weit geöffnet, als würde sie gähnen oder miauen.

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Unpleasant bad breath in your cat can indicate various problems, from harmless to serious illnesses. Find out here when you should pay attention to bad breath, what the causes could be and how you can prevent bad breath and possible secondary illnesses.

KATTOVIT Editorial 28 Aug 2024

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

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Frequent bowel movements in cats

Frequent bowel movements in cats can provide important information about their health. Find out here what frequent defecation can mean and how you can draw conclusions about your cat's well-being by observing the stool.

KATTOVIT Editorial 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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Loss of appetite in cats

If your cat refuses to eat, there can be many reasons for this, from illness to external influences. Find out here what reasons can be responsible for a loss of appetite, how you can help your cat yourself and when a visit to the vet is necessary.

KATTOVIT Editorial 28 Aug 2024

Eine Hand hält eine große Menge weißer Katzenhaare, die wie ein Fellknäuel aussehen. Daneben sitzt eine weiße Katze, die die Hand mit dem Haarballen anschaut.

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Hairballs in cats

Hairballs are normal for cats because they swallow hair when grooming, which they then vomit or excrete in their feces. However, excessive hairballs can cause health problems. Find out how hairballs form, what risks they pose and how you can avoid complications.

KATTOVIT Editorial 02 May 2024

Eine gelb-orange Katze, die entspannt auf einer weißen Fläche liegt. Die Katze hat die Augen offen und scheint zu leiden.

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When does a cat suffer?

Cats often do not show obvious signs of pain or discomfort, as they are not allowed to show weakness in nature. That is why it is important to observe your cat carefully. Find out here which symptoms and behavioral changes indicate suffering and how you can help your cat.

KATTOVIT Editorial 02 May 2024

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 Editorial 02 May 2024

Hellgelbe Langhaarkatze trinkt aus einem großen Behälter Wasser.

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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 Editorial 02 May 2024

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Cat vomits

Does your cat vomit frequently? This can happen during the shedding period, but it is not always harmless. Find out how you can support your cat with the right diet, supplements and care to minimize vomiting and facilitate the shedding period.

KATTOVIT Editorial 02 May 2024

Katze im Bad beobachtet Reinigung der Katzentoilette mit Streuschaufel.

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Cat blood in stool

Blood in your cat's stool is a serious warning sign and should be investigated immediately. It can indicate injury or disease in the digestive tract or elsewhere. Learn how to recognize blood in the stool, identify possible causes, and what treatment is needed.

KATTOVIT Editorial 02 May 2024

Grau getigerte, langhaarige Katze wird gestreichelt und wirkt fiebrig.

Your cat's health is its most important asset - but unfortunately there are many illnesses and symptoms that can make life difficult for your pet. As experts in health-promoting diet food based on the latest veterinary research, it is our aim to enable every cat to live as long and healthy a life as possible.

Our guides on cat diseases will help you: Find out which pathogens and parasites there are, which symptoms you should look out for, how you can prevent infection with cat diseases and how you can help your furry friend quickly and effectively if the worst happens.

Diseases : From kidney failure to feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) to feline AIDS - pathogens and diseases that are dangerous to health do not spare furry friends. We inform you about common cat diseases in outdoor cats and house cats, give tips on how to avoid infection and how to treat them correctly.
Symptoms : Sometimes cats show unusual symptoms without it being clear whether they are actually ill. For example, constant grooming can indicate a parasite infestation, a frequent urge to urinate can indicate an overactive thyroid and a wet nose can indicate the dangerous cat flu. In our articles on typical symptoms, we explain the possible causes, consequences and treatment options.
Prevention : To prevent infection with a pathogen or the development of a cat disease, it is important to take preventive measures in good time and to promote your cat's health. Our guides provide helpful tips on this - for example, how to prevent hairballs from forming in your furry friend and how to recognize whether your cat is suffering.