Five Cat Health Problems Pet Owners Often Overlook

I had a pet cat for almost 15 years, and he was my baby. I spoiled him rotten, but there are things that I learned during his 14 1/2 years on earth with me during the time that I had him that he taught me. Several health problems in cats are not as prominent as they are in dog’s because cat’s can hide pain very well. They also don’t manifest their problems until they’re too late, and it’s difficult to treat, let alone prevent. However, we as pet owner’s, have a responsibility to take care of the pets (cats, dogs, etc.) we choose to have. They depend on us for their well-being, and we owe them that, plus more.

The following are five cat health problems that are serious and should be taken so and more owners, often than not, overlook them.

• Feline Obesity– Being overweight in a cat is not healthy by any means, and can eventually kill them, whether over a long or short period of time. Monitor your cat’s intake and don’t let them become obese.

• Hyperthyroidism– This is a very serious issue in cats and if left untreated can be very detrimental to your pet. If your cat has a sudden increase in energy, combined with rapid weight loss, there’s a problem, and your cat needs to see a vet as soon as possible. The reason why hyperthyroidism is a serious matter? It’s quite easy to treat and manage, and putting it off or ignoring it altogether makes for an even greater at-risk situation.

• Urinary Tract Disease– Many cats suffer from urinary tract infections and disease with many owners overlooking the issue or chalking it up as their missing the litter box on purpose or just to be mean. This is sometimes the case, but often times not. Please talk to your vet before you make any assumptions on your own.

• Dental Disease– If your cat has dental problems, they’re in an absorbent amount of pain and their ailment should be treated as soon as possible. How can a cat eat, if at all, with rotted teeth, and sore or infected gums. Talk about pain at it’s worst! Make sure your cat receives an overall comprehensive dental examination. Following that, you can get your cat the right treatment or find out if they need any teeth to be removed.

• Arthritis or Aching Joints– As your cat ages, much like you age, he or she’s bones begin to not function correctly or as properly as they once did when they were young. Chances are if they’re aching or seems like their showing signs of page, it obviously needs to be taken care of and treated properly.

Do you know of any other health problems that you have had your cat have or had? Let us know and share with us your tips and suggestions for keeping our pets healthy, physically and emotionally, to the best of our ability.

Article Source: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/22/cat-health-problems_n_3478807.html