Ray Said:

Cat's black fur turning red?

We Answered:

I have a solid black Manx cat who is about 15 now. Same deal. I even asked the vet about it (thinking it might be a sign of a health problem) and he said no, that's just normal with black cats as they age.

Bertha Said:

Is anyone else's cat having problems with Nutro Max Cat wet food?

We Answered:

Nope, my kitties eat the good stuff. Sorry yours don't.

Gene Said:

Does anyone know of health problems with Peterbald cats?

We Answered:

This is general for cats - what kind of litter are you using? Most litters on the market create dust that can bother the respiratory system of cats - you might want to switch your litter to something less dusty, like the natural ones of Swheat Scoop or Worlds Best Kitty Litter.

Ann Said:

Why does my cat love to lick leather?

We Answered:

It probably has some kinda of catnip effect to your cat. Mine used to lick my purse strap and gnaw on it.
Nothing happened to the cat it was perfectly healthy and died of old age.

Darrell Said:

Cat Health Problem?

We Answered:

The only person that can help you is your vet, please talk to them. This may well be related to her feline leukaemia because, unfortunately being positive increases their chances of developing cancer, including lymphoma. You vet is not clueless because she's not throwing up, diagnosis is a process and they're working through that process while trying to save your cat at the same time. Hats off to them, your cat is in the best possible place. Hope they find the cause and that it can be rectified.

Greg Said:

...is this true about respiratory problems & what are some ways to avoid both cats getting eachother sick?

We Answered:

There are a number of respiratory problems suffered by cats. Cat 'flu is probably the most common - it does sound like this is what your cats may have, as it is characterized by runny nose and eyes, and sneezing.

Cat flu is curable if treated promptly, but once a cat has had it it will remain a carrier for the rest of its life - i.e able to transmit the virus to other cats even when it is not showing symptoms.

Cat flu is an airborne disease and therefore highly contagious - cats can catch it just by being in the same room as another who sneezes. I think it's pretty likely both your cats have got this virus since they're both exhibiting signs.

Talk to the vet, but the only thing to do now, other than get treatment, is keep the cats away from others so they don't infect them.

Chalice