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Cat health problems can be prevented if you give your cat the right medical treatment and the correct kind of food. 

There are lots of kitties that have passed out of this world as a result of improper care. 

 When we talk about caring for your cats it is not just medication, there are some other factors you must look into that will determine if your cat is living in good health or not, such as watching the behaviour changes, her feeding mode, appearance, agility and many more are some of the factors you need to look into as this will tell if your cat is in good health or not.


List of Common Cat Health Problems

  1. Rabbis: this is a viral disease that is common with kitties it normally affects the central nervous system of the cat, and in server cases, it escalates to paralysis or even death, some of the symptoms include unnecessary reaction from the cat to object not exciting, dilated pupil, extreme drooling

  1. Alopecia: which is also known as hair loss in a cat is a cat health problem that most cat suffers from, it is usually caused by fleas licking the cat’s body, food allergies is another cause, skin disease or nutritional deficiency.

  1. Hairballs: is another type of cat health problem it is a condition whereby the cat licks its fur, as a result, ingests some particle of the hair in her stomach which can result in constipation

  1. Constipation: it is undigested food in the intestine of the kitty it is a health issue most cats face, this is common in older cats, and it is caused as a result of poor dieting, and lack of exercise.
  1. Diarrhoea: is another form of the disease, it is a situation whereby your kitty passes out watery stool stain with blood if you find out that your cat is experiencing the condition it is advisable to take it to the veterinary doctor for a check-up.

  1. Urinary tract infection: this is a serious health problem in cats, this disease can result in the death of the cat if urgent steps are not taken some of the symptoms include a frequent attempt by the cat in passing out urine, licking of her genital and blood stain is seen alongside the urine.


Simple Steps to Prevent Cat Health Problems

Cats are like other mammals they need care and proper attention for healthy living and long levity of life thus the need to take to heart this step which will ensure your cat's health free problems.

Watch out for the kind of food you feed your kitties, if you are buying any food for them make sure you read the label to ascertain there are no forms of chemicals or toxins that might be life threaten to your pet.

 it is advisable to feed your cat more organic food because they contain more nutrients and other supplements that will nourish your pet.

Regular check-ups should be carried out always, it should not be done only when the cat has health problems also, watching closely the behaviour of your felines is another very good way to easily find out if anything is wrong with them so as to know the next action to take.

Do not give your cat tap water, it contains a chemical that is harmful to them hence it is very vital you filter the water given to the kitty, 

Also, make sure the filter is changed and replaced as when due and the water is always available in the water bowl. Practising all of these points you will find out that your cat will live a healthy problem-free life.
 




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