{"id":403,"date":"2024-04-25T08:06:13","date_gmt":"2024-04-25T15:06:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/?p=403"},"modified":"2024-04-11T08:09:15","modified_gmt":"2024-04-11T15:09:15","slug":"common-cat-illnesses-and-treatments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/common-cat-illnesses-and-treatments\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Cat Illnesses and Treatments"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Cats are naturally quiet pets. With their slinky physicality, retractable claws, and stealth, their location and agenda is not always known. Consequently, when a cat self-isolates because they\u2019re hurt or ill, their symptoms may not be immediately recognizable. Knowing the most common cat illnesses can save a lot of time (and money), and may even impact treatment and prognosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

A Daily Check-In<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s easy to fall into daily routines and take things like overall wellness for granted. Add this to the fact that cats hide their symptoms, and it can be downright challenging to address possible issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Responsible cat ownership involves taking time every day to check in. This may be in the form of an extended cuddle session, play time, or it may be focused attention to their teeth or coat. Whatever the approach, note any potential changes (even subtle ones) to their behavior or appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Importance of Regular Exams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some cat illnesses can be detected long before symptoms arise. With routine wellness exams<\/a> every 6-12 months, we can rule out the development of several common cat diseases with in-house diagnostics<\/a> like blood work and urinalysis. Routine attention to cat health, especially as they age<\/a>, has the potential to prevent certain conditions <\/a>and\/or treat issues before they get out of hand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time\u2019s of the Essence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are some conditions that improve with time, but most feline afflictions need immediate veterinary attention. The most common cat health issues include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n