Cat diseases

If your normally active cat suddenly becomes quiet, sleeps a lot and neglects to groom or eat, this could be a sign of illness. Find out here how discomfort manifests itself in cats, when you should act and which illnesses can lead to withdrawal.

Does your cat groom itself more often and more intensively than usual? Excessive grooming can indicate health problems. Find out here what illnesses or complaints are behind it and how you can help your cat.

Do you notice bald patches in your cat's fur? Such patches can indicate a variety of problems, from stress and parasites to allergies and serious illnesses. Find out how hair loss occurs, how you can help your cat and when a visit to the vet is necessary.

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.

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.

If your cat suddenly starts urinating a lot, there could be a number of reasons for this. Although it is annoying, such mishaps are often not intentional. Find out here what increased urination can mean and when you should be concerned.

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.

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.

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.