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- How to Tell if a Cat Is Sick
The first step in treating your cat is discovering whether or not your cat is, in fact, sick. There are several warning signs that might tell you if you cat is coming down with a serious or minor condition. In this section, we will show you how to recognize these signs. Soon, you will be able to read your cat's behavior, appetite, eyes, ears, and coat to tell if your cat is coming down with something. We will also teach you how to take your cat's temperature. - Home Remedies for Cats With a Cough
There are many reasons why your cat might start coughing. For instance, cats groom themselves, and, consequently, get hair stuck in their throat. However, your cat's cough might not be caused by something internal. Your cat's collar, for example, could be too tight and thereby causing the cough. In this section, we will tell you how to cure a coughing cat or when you need to seek the help of a vet. - Home Remedies for Cats With Dandruff
Dandruff may be a problem that you usually associate with humans, but it can be just as much of a concern for cats. The same thing that causes the condition in people -- allergic dermatitis, causes dandruff in cats. In this section, we will show you what causes and how to cure the flakes in your cat. For instance, humidity, excessive sunlight, and fleas can all be contributing factors to cat dandruff. - Home Remedies for Cats With Diarrhea
A cat with diarrhea is no picnic for you or for your pet. However, diarrhea can be a sign of a serious medical problem in your cat. Usually diarrhea will clear up by itself and your cat will be perfectly fine in a few days. In this section, we will cover the various causes of diarrhea in your cat, most of which are food related. Then we will give you various strategies for helping your cat through the experience. Most importantly, we will show you how to keep your cat hydrated. - Home Remedies for Cats With Ear Mites
A cat's ears are, obviously, not shaped like our own. Their ears have much larger openings, and that means they are much more open to infection. One ear problem that is common with cats are little parasites at live in the ear canal called ear mites. In this section, we will show you how to prevent ear mites as well as how to clear them up if your cat already has them. We will also tell you when ear mites can become a serious problem and when you will need to seek a vet's attention. - Home Remedies for Cats With Hair Loss
If a human has hair loss, the problem can be a little embarrassing and affect the patient's self esteem. A cat with hair loss, however, can be a significant medical problem. Hair loss can be the cause of a sore or other irritation on the cat's skin that needs special attention. We will show you some tips for clearing up hair loss including changing your cat's diet and lowering you cat's stress levels. - Home Remedies for Cats With Hairballs
Hairballs is one the most common problems with cats. While the problem is obviously much more pronounced in long-hair cats, most cats will have a hairball or two in their lifetime. In this section, we will show you how to prevent hairballs in your cat, including the proper way to groom your cat to stop hairballs. - Home Remedies for Overweight Cats
Obesity is a growing problem, and it is affecting cats as much as it affects their owners. The same problems that face humans who are overweight are also a risk for cats -- heart disease, liver problems, and diabetes. In this section, we will give you some tips to help your cat lose weight. Unsurprisingly, they are very similar to the advice you would give a human: eat right and exercise more. - Home Remedies for Cats With Scrapes and Scratches
Scrapes and scratches are not a major problem for cats or people, but there is one significant difference. If a cat gets a scratch, it is hard to see underneath the cat's fur, and there is a good chance the cut could get infected. In this section, we will tell you how your cat is most likely to get scratched, how to find your cat's scratches, and how to properly treat and clean them. - Home Remedies for Cats With Ticks
If you let your cat explore the outdoors, there is a pretty good chance they will acquire a tick at some point. While ticks are unsightly and unpleasant, they can also carry harmful diseases like Lyme disease. In this section, we tell you how to cut down on your cat's likelihood to get a tick. Next, we will tell you the correct way to remove a tick and how to spot the warning signs of a more serious disease. - Home Remedies for Cats With Fleas
Fleas are another problem for outdoor pets. While you might associate fleas with dogs, cats can get them, too. We will tell you how cats can get fleas, and what you can do to get rid of them. You might be surprised to learn that the collars you can buy for your cat will not protect them adequately. We will also tell you how to rid your house of fleas once you have purified your cat. - Home Remedies for Cats With Worms
A roundworm or tapeworm can cause serious digestive problems in your cat. The best way to prevent your cat from getting such a worm is to take your cat out of the situations where these types of worms live. Fleas, for example, can cause worms. We will let you know all the causes of worms, how to get rid of worms, and how to ease the symptoms. We will also tell you what a vet will do to clear up a case of worms. - Home Remedies for Cats With Hearing or Vision Loss
A cat with hearing or vision loss is at just as much of a disadvantage as a human with similar problems. The first step in treating this problem if finding out what has caused this handicap. Next, you will most likely have to make some substantial changes to your house to ensure your cat's safety. For instance, if you cat with eyesight problems continues to bump into the same piece of furniture, you might want to move it.
