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a glossary of cat terms
Begin your search by clicking on your chosen letter from the alphabet below. Use the 'Back to top' link to return here. Please note: If you have any concerns about your cat’s health or behav [..]
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abscess
An infected swelling, often seen on the tail, head or back of a cat. Usually caused by a cat bite. Affected animals feel ill, go off their food and have high temperatures, so veterinary attention is u [..]
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acne
A skin problem affecting cats at any age. Spots, blackheads and crusting occur on the cat's chin. The condition may require antibiotics but mild cases may resolve without treatment.
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aggression
Cats that are aggressive can be very dangerous and veterinary advice should be sought if a cat is persistently aggressive towards people. There are many different causes of aggressive behaviour rangin [..]
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allergy
An 'over- reaction' to a normally harmless substance by the body. Individual animals may develop an allergy to a single 'allergen' or several different allergens. A variety of thin [..]
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alopecia
Hair loss due to any cause. One of the most common causes of hair loss in cats is due to an allergy to flea bites.
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anaemia
Anaemia occurs when there is a decreased amount of red blood cells, or the amount of haemoglobin in the cells, in the circulatory system. There are many different causes of anaemia in cats including b [..]
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anorexia
Lack or loss of appetite for food due to any cause. Sensitive cats may lose their appetite when first re-homed, or due to any emotional upset. Loss of appetite can also be one of the first signs of il [..]
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