{"id":366,"date":"2020-04-28T07:59:14","date_gmt":"2020-04-28T07:59:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/?p=366"},"modified":"2020-04-28T07:59:14","modified_gmt":"2020-04-28T07:59:14","slug":"how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Know When My Cat is Ill?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Sick cats will often show changes in their overall appearance, coat appearance, sociability, energy level, and\/or appetite, amount of shedding, breathing, litterbox usage, or discharges from the nose or eyes. Generally, sudden changes in your cat, whether in their physical attributes or behavior, will need veterinary attention. As a cat owner, it\u2019s your responsibility to know early warning signs so you can tell everything to the vet and your cat will be treated in a proper and swift manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<p>[spoiler title=&#8217;Click to Watch the Video: How to tell if your cat is sick&#8217; style=&#8221;orange&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to tell if your cat is sick\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1vpWeKLlUMg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>[sc name=&#8221;reklame_under_video&#8221;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[\/spoiler]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Signs_That_Tell_Your_Cat_is_Sick\" title=\"Signs That Tell Your Cat is Sick\">Signs That Tell Your Cat is Sick<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Vomiting\" title=\"Vomiting&nbsp;\">Vomiting&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Litter_Box_Issues\" title=\"Litter Box Issues\">Litter Box Issues<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Diarrhea\" title=\"Diarrhea\">Diarrhea<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Unexplained_Weight_Loss_or_Gain\" title=\"Unexplained Weight Loss or Gain\">Unexplained Weight Loss or Gain<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Lethargy\" title=\"Lethargy\">Lethargy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Blood_in_Vomit_Stool_or_Urine\" title=\"Blood in Vomit, Stool, or Urine\">Blood in Vomit, Stool, or Urine<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Common_Questions_About_How_to_Tell_if_Your_Cat_is_Sick\" title=\"Common Questions About How to Tell if Your Cat is Sick\">Common Questions About How to Tell if Your Cat is Sick<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Is_My_Cat_Stressed_or_Sick\" title=\"Is My Cat Stressed or Sick?\">Is My Cat Stressed or Sick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#How_Do_You_Comfort_a_Sick_Cat\" title=\"How Do You Comfort a Sick Cat?\">How Do You Comfort a Sick Cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#What_Can_Cause_A_Cat_to_Have_A_Fever\" title=\"What Can Cause A Cat to Have A Fever?\">What Can Cause A Cat to Have A Fever?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-know-when-my-cat-is-ill\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_That_Tell_Your_Cat_is_Sick\"><\/span><strong>Signs That Tell Your Cat is Sick<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from the changes or signs we have mentioned above, there\u2019s another reason why your cat and many other pets are less likely to show illness or pain \u2013 they simply don\u2019t have an emotional relationship with the discomfort they feel. Having said that, animals tend to easily accept the illness or pain as a normal one and they move on. It might not be until a cat is extremely sick that his sickness becomes obvious to people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vomiting\"><\/span><strong>Vomiting&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/when-should-i-be-concerned-about-my-cat-vomiting\/\" >It\u2019s definitely not normal for cats to vomit<\/a>. Some people may think that it is ok for cats to vomit more frequently, but it is not. On the other hand, things like the occasional hairball or rare vomiting are not huge concerns. But anything more than this calls an immediate trip to your trusted vet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Litter_Box_Issues\"><\/span><strong>Litter Box Issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your kitty has always been great when using his litter box and suddenly starts making messes, then there might be a problem. Some health concerns that can possibly cause issues in using litter boxes include urinary tract infections, bladder stones, and kidney disease. This is true once you have ruled out such concerns as cleanliness. If your feline friend appears to be struggling to urinate, visit your vet immediately. Also, if he is trying to use the bathroom but not producing anything, then he could possibly have a blockage somewhere that could be dangerous if left untreated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diarrhea\"><\/span><strong>Diarrhea<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diarrhea might indicate intestinal parasites, dietary indiscretion, as well as a wide variety of other health concerns. When left untreated, this can possibly lead to further intestinal inflammation due to dehydration. It is also quite uncomfortable for your feline friend. So, make sure to visit your vet right away if your cat has diarrhea and bring a stool sample for easier diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unexplained_Weight_Loss_or_Gain\"><\/span><strong>Unexplained Weight Loss or Gain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your cat is <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-can-i-give-my-cat-to-help-her-gain-weight\/\" >gaining or losing weight<\/a> for no obvious reason, then it is time to visit your vet. This is true if the changes in your cat\u2019s weight seem sudden. Due to their small size, a feline\u2019s losing or gaining a single pound is comparable to a human losing or gaining ten pounds. Sometimes, it\u2019s normal for an adult cat to lose weight since they also lose muscle mass, however, extreme weight loss can point to something serious in their health condition like cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extreme weight gain can also result in obesity that will eventually lead to a lot of health problems. A cat that\u2019s obese can develop several health issues that an obese human also will, such as heart disease or diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lethargy\"><\/span><strong>Lethargy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lethargy can also be a sign of an underlying health problem, even if it is subtle. Make sure to call or visit your veterinarian if your kitty seems to be less energetic than normal like sleeping more than usual, or lying around a lot. There\u2019s probably something wrong with your cat if he has low energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blood_in_Vomit_Stool_or_Urine\"><\/span><strong>Blood in Vomit, Stool, or Urine<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Blood in your cat\u2019s urine can be a sign of urinary tract disorder, most especially if it\u2019s accompanied by increased visits to his litter box and\/or straining while urinating. On the other hand, blood in your cat\u2019s stool can indicate different illnesses, but some are relatively minor. Others, such as parasitic infections, are considered more serious. However, vomiting blood is always a major sign that your cat has a serious health problem. If your cat is vomiting blood, he needs to be taken to the vet right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[crp]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Questions_About_How_to_Tell_if_Your_Cat_is_Sick\"><\/span><strong>Common Questions About How to Tell if Your Cat is Sick<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_My_Cat_Stressed_or_Sick\"><\/span><strong>Is My Cat Stressed or Sick?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, stress can possibly make your cat sick. Fortunately, just a little attention from you and something fun you can do sometimes throughout the day can ward off the signs of illness. So, whenever you have the chance, go play with your feline friend. He will surely be happier and healthier for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Comfort_a_Sick_Cat\"><\/span><strong>How Do You Comfort a Sick Cat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you keep a comfortable temperature for your cat. Provide some blankets or comforters if it is cool, or shade and cool the place if it is hot. Providing a dark, quiet place for your cat without children or other pets around could also be helpful for your cat\u2019s fast recovery. You should also make sure that there\u2019s enough water available at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Cause_A_Cat_to_Have_A_Fever\"><\/span><strong>What Can Cause A Cat to Have A Fever?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most cases of <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-cats-act-when-they-have-a-fever\/\" >feline fever<\/a> are caused by viral infections like feline panleukopenia virus, FIP, FIV, FeLV, calicivirus, or herpesvirus. It\u2019s also important to inform your vet about any travel you\u2019ve done recently with your cat, any potential exposure to infected or unknown animals, any medications or supplements that you\u2019re administering, as well as other information that may be important for your cat\u2019s diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also be able to keep your cat as happy and healthy as possible by feeding him a healthy diet. This can help your cat avoid health problems like obesity. Many veterinarians recommend wet food that is low in carbohydrates and high in protein. Make sure to use a parasite prevention routine as recommended by your veterinarian. 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