The Catmobile - a new type of veterinary care

The Catmobile - a new type of veterinary care
The UK’s fi rst fully mobile, exclusively feline veterinary operating theatre was launched in May, bringing critical care to cats in the South of England

the Cat Doctor, aka Amy Bergs DVM MRCVS, is the founder of Surrey and South West London’s premier feline-only mobile veterinary practice. “Four years ago, the dream of running a fully mobile and truly feline-friendly veterinary practice came to life when we launched The Cat Doctor. Now I’m delighted to unveil a unique development for our practice in the form of the Catmobile. We started with an empty shell and by working with some of the best people in the business, we have created a state of the art operating theatre on wheels. This will enable us to carry out the highest quality surgical procedures on your pets, just outside your front door, in addition to the routine veterinary care that we have always provided in your home.

Launched on 21st May this year, Amy said: “Over 100 of our clients came out to see it! It was a fabulous sunny day as well, couldn’t have asked for a better event. One client even baked a cake to mark the occasion!”

The Catmobile has two operating theatres equipped with the latest technology and monitoring equipment, as well as heating, electricity, air conditioning, anaesthetic and dental equipment. Generally, what you would expect to fi nd in a conventional veterinary practice, you will fi nd installed in the Vauxhall Movano-based Catmobile. 

Everything has been designed specifi cally with cats in mind and has been awarded Cat Friendly Clinic status from International Cat Care, along with accreditation under the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons’ Practice Standards Scheme – a fi rst for any fully mobile practice.

Amy and her veterinary nurse, Shreen Haywood RVN, are putting cats fi rst, avoiding the need for a stressful visit to the veterinary surgery, despite them both suffering from the stress of travel sickness and Amy herself is actually allergic to cats. Yet they put these challenges aside, decide who will drive each day and pull up outside their patient’s house

 “We perform the surgery right there, completely eliminating the need for a stressful car journey to the clinic. Thanks to the Catmobile, we can now perform any general surgical procedure at home - neutering, biopsies and abdominal surgery as well as dental scale and polish, with surgical tooth extractions if required.”

Patients are ensured individually tailored monitoring throughout their anaesthetic and recovery and only one or two operations are carried out each day. As soon as the patients are awake and can be moved, they are allowed back into their own home to continue their recovery in comfortable and familiar surroundings. “This really keeps stress levels to a minimum and thus aids their recovery.”

Cats are only treated inside The Catmobile if surgery is required. All other procedures and tests are carried out within the patient’s home. Amy said: “We’ll do it there because that’s best for the cat, even if it’s harder for us - I can’t count the number of times I’ve taken a blood sample while lying on the fl oor!”

Virginia Grose is one of The Cat Doctor’s clients and has used many of their services. ”I was so pleased to fi nd The Cat Doctor last year when I was seeking the very best of care for my elderly cat Lily. In the last year of her life, Amy and her team provided amazing treatment and support. When she passed away in February it was in the comfort and familiarity of her own home with me by her side. Happily I have added two new young cats to my household now and The Cat Doctor swung into action again for their initial check up and of course spaying and microchipping them in the mobile surgery. The girls had a stress-free two minute journey to the surgery and were treated and operated on outside my house! 

“The ‘Catmobile’ is quite simply the most amazing service and I would never want to use any other kind of veterinary treatment other than ‘at home’ - my two girls were bouncing around literally hours after their surgery.”

Established in 2013, The Cat Doctor now provides a full range of veterinary services for more than 400 cats in the area covered.

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exciting story of a man devoted 70 % of his salary to feed 200 cat !!

Ghali. An Indian man living in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, pawned his life to care the homeless cats in town and could simple potential to provide food and medicine to two hundreds of cats,

«Cat Lover» or "Father of Cats", as some in Abu Dhabi, he only sleeps after feeding all these cats, in a round repeated twice a day, in the morning and evening, in the Mussafah area, he loved to feed the cats the best food, he refuses to feed the leftovers of human food, and he loved buys the food for cats.

Ghali used this daily work tirelessly, and follow its details late morning. He lives to cats, rejoice for joy, crying when noticing her grief or hated, «Hakim Ghali friend», an employee does not exceed his salary: AED 4800, spent 70% of his salary every month to feed cats streets, which drove him into debt and get a loan to continue his charity work with cats, his friends assert that a man varies his life for the lives of all the inhabitants of the city, he is a shepherd and incubator for cats lost in the alleys and routes of the industrial city of Mussafah, while these cats have woven a special relationship with Ghali,

A friend says that "the subject started four years ago when I lived in a residential compound for workers in Abu Dhabi, with 600 workers in seven companies, and in the complex many of the cats that came to live in our midst, and we were providing them the food by collecting AED daily from some workers to buy food for cats».

He added: "At the first time it was one cat, but the number began to increase to over 200 cats, and it continued to do so about two years, until it decided to relocate the Labour pool and close it, what threatened with the death of these cats, because we were the only source of food for them, and they made a decision to keep feeding them daily, as was the case.

Gali say that doesn't close his eyes only after feeding Street cats he had to borrow to complete what he started two years ago, and returned his wife to India, to provide housing and living expenses, but unrepentant, and unwilling to abandon this work, because it always feels that Allah reward, without having the childs all eight years, doctors have assured him the impossibility of this subject, but since has been blessed with a child, in addition to four fatal accidents, Always comes out unscathed from the accident.

Ghali who dedicated his life to care the homeless cats, over four years, not only did what he did and do, but think to convince a group of people interested in these cats out of homelessness and loss, and contribute with more care, because he sees that human responsibility, the pet is an organism has the most human qualities, and we must be aware that, treat him as you should, don't neglect the times of his food, and take care of his health, and playing with him as well.

Ghali asserts that in particular, cats should not be left outside when the heat is high, because they may lose their lives due to extreme thirst and high temperatures, and invites people to raise animals pet, because it benefits its owner, and makes him happy and close to nature and normal life.

His friend confirms that he would have preferred that this work in secret, without appearing in the media, but the circumstances that led him to agree to appear, as he fears he can't continue in this thread.

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Rescue of stray cats

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(Granby) is a veterinarian. The other is a citizen who raised Purebred Cats. Together, they're helping stray cats in Granby. Anne-Marie Chassé and Lucie Jodoin have developed a project which aims to sterilize these cats without owner to better control their population.

"We have all both the causes stray cats heart and we find that there is not a lot of things are being done for them", explained Tuesday Lucie Jodoin.

Their goal: sterilize 450 strays annually and, subsequently, to facilitate the process so that those who may be adopted are, while others, little or not accustomed to human contact, to be released in nature.

Both partners are active already since a few weeks. So, a couple of cats have been sterilized, they say. Some have been placed in families or in stables. For the moment, the two instigators paid themselves the costs of these operations amounting to a few hundred dollars. However, in an ideal world, they would like to have financial support from the city of Granby. The project is being investigated, confirmed on Tuesday the Director general of the city, Michel Pinault, without however to elaborate further.

Volunteers wanted

To help them in their business, Lucie Jodoin and Anne-Marie Chassé are looking for volunteers who would be willing to help catch the stray cats. A few cages capture can be made available to them. It's also an ad on Kijiji site for this purpose which has put the voice of the is on the trail of two friends of animals.

"What we want to do, it's catching the cats. Later, we call the SPA to tell them that we found such cat. If he is not claimed after three days, we sterilize, we vaccinate, we put a microchip, worming treatment is done to him and we treat him. Those who are too ill, let's euthanize them or send them to the SPA to euthanize them. "But those who are adoptable, we'll sell them to pay for treatment," says Ms. Chassé.

The Act sets out that it won't sell itself not cats. This operation might be possible through a shelter veterinarian and Lucie Jodoin wish to set up. They have already rented a room for this purpose, but for the time being, the zoning is not adequate. Costs of $ 1,600 would be needed to make the change request to be considered, they said. Anne-Marie Chassé, however, is not ready to invest this amount at the moment. A local is necessary, she said, because his Veterinary Clinic in Laval North Street is too small and she does not want to mix his two missions.

Solution

The initiative set up by Anne-Marie Chassé and Lucie Jodoin is akin to the CSRM (capture, sterilize, release and maintain), a program of sterilization for cats feral, that is domestic cats without owner returned to a semi-wilderness State put in place by the Montreal SPCA.

The Granby vet says this technique find more and more echoes in the municipalities. One of the best ways to control the proliferation of stray cats is to sterilize them, believes Ms. Chassé that attended in December last to a seminar of the order of veterinary doctors of Quebec on the subject. Catch these cats to euthanize them is not a solution, she said, because there are always other things to occupy the territories orphaned.

Reached Tuesday, the Director general of the townships SPA, Carl Girard, said see the two Granbyennes a good look. "We'd be crazy to say no. More we sterilize cats, the better. It stops the pyramid. There are so many stray cats in Granby', he commented, without however being able to quantify the phenomenon. According to him, this project is complementary to the services offered by the SPA, which was awarded the contract for the control of animal services in Granby.

It was impossible to get comments from the Mayor Pascal Bonin on this project.

How to choose the right cat for you?

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There are lots of important things to think through before picking your new pal. The first step to starting a long and lasting friendship with a cat is, of course, choosing the cat—or, more to the point, choosing the cat that's right for you.

By definition, this is the biggest decision you'll make regarding your cat. And it's an important decision, because a cat—unlike an item of clothing, a video game console or a must-have electronic gadget—is a living, breathing being who will need your care and attention for the next 10, 15 or even 20 years.

There are so many cats out there, and so many kinds of cats to choose from, it can be hard to know where to begin. Here are some important areas to consider:

Contents

1.        Kitten or adult cat?

2.        Family matters

3.        Personality

4.        Short fur or long?

5.        Purebred or mixed breed?

6.        Special-aneeds cats

7.        Room for one more?

8.        Be responsible

The answers to some of these questions may lie in your own lifestyle. Are you a couch potato who wants a cat to nap along with you? Do you hang on every fascinating word a kitty says? Is kitten-watching more fun than TV?

Kitten or adult cat?

Kittens are adorable, curious, playful and full of energy. They can also be exasperating at times, demanding lots of supervision and patience to keep them out of trouble. And a kitten is an unknown entity—you really don't know what kind of cat you'll end up with once they outgrow their kitten personality.

Adult cats are usually calmer, less bouncy, and less mischievous. With an adult, what you see is usually what you get, so if you are looking for specific qualities, consider cats that are a year and older. Read more about adopting a mature pet »

Family matters

When choosing a cat, keep your family in mind. Kittens and very young children usually don't mix well, as kittens can be fragile and youngsters kind of rough. Babies and toddlers tend to grab the closest part of a cat, be it tail, ear, or fur, and they can't resist giving the cat a great big hug. Always supervise any interaction between your youngster and your cat.

Personality

Cats, like people, are individuals. No two are exactly alike, whether they're from the same breed or even the same litter.

Some cats are very mellow and will tolerate any kind of handling. These cats are perfect for young kids or older people who want and appreciate this type of cat.

Other cats don't like being picked up or held and will only come to you for petting when they feel like it. Cats also have varying degrees of energy: some prefer to nap all day, while others are constantly on the go.

Personality can vary widely by breed, too. If you decide you want a purebred, do your homework so you end up with one that's right for you. Persians, for example, are typically laid-back and sedentary, while Bengals and other "exotic" breeds (created with wild cat genes) tend to be extremely active. Siamese have the reputation of being very talkative.

Short fur or long?

This is mainly a matter of preference and your willingness to devote time to regular grooming. Long-haired cats require frequent grooming sessions to prevent matting. Not all cats enjoy being brushed, though, and you could wind up having to take your long-hair to a groomer to be shaved down.

Short-haired cats don't require as much brushing, but it does help to remove loose fur, stimulate the skin, and distribute oils through the coat. A cat who likes being groomed will come running when they see the brush.

Purebred or mixed breed?

There are far fewer cat breeds than dog breeds. Most dog breeds evolved from the type of work they were meant to do. Cat breeds were developed mostly for companionship, so there are fewer personality differences between cat breeds.

If you have your heart set on a specific breed, make sure you research that breed thoroughly as well as the breeder (if you choose to buy a purebred). Some breeds are prone to certain medical problems, and there are many breeders who aren’t careful about their breeding programs, resulting in injured or traumatized cats.

In general, mixed breed cats tend to be healthier, since their gene pools are much more diverse. Read more on purebred pets vs. mixed breeds »

Special-needs cats

Many cats with special needs make wonderful companions. They might be older, deaf, blind or have an illness that requires regular medication. Their condition doesn't affect the amount of love and pleasure they have to give; it just means some extra commitment on your part to meet their needs for the rest of their lives.

Room for one more?

If you already have pets, you have to consider them as well before bringing home a cat.

The good news is that cats can get along with other cats and—despite the common stereotype—most dogs can get along with cats. But it's not necessarily easy to get them used to one another, and sometimes it can be impossible. Read more about introducing a new cat to other pets »

Some cats may be perfectly happy as an only cat and could really resent a newcomer. The more cats you have, the more potential problems you invite; the cats can become stressed and develop undesirable behaviors such as spraying urine, fighting or hiding.

Dogs and cats can become best friends, but some dogs with a high prey drive may not be able to resist chasing, terrorizing or even killing the new cat.

Birds and cats have been known to co-exist peacefully, but remember that felines are hunters by instinct. A cat may traumatize your bird by trying to get at them through the bars of the cage.

Be responsible

 Once you've made a carefully thought-out decision, be an ideal pet parent by providing your cat with everything they need to live a happy and healthy life.

Source : www.humanesociety.org

How to tame a Feral Cat?

A feral cat came to settle in your neighborhood, and you would like to put it to warm for the winter, or even get it fixed, but here, it is wild and you can't approach it...

There are so used to our fur balls that purr on our knees, and allow themselves to cuddle to will that we forget that all cats are not the same!

Recently, I watched a documentary on the cat on an animal chain. The report studied, the distance at which a House cat could go for a wander. But that's not our point! This documentary ended up speaking of so-called street cats. These cats there became a full-fledged subspecies.

Street cat, not wild, not domestic

Researchers are more and more agreement to affirm that there are wild cats, cats from homes and street cats, who are to halfway between the other 2. These little sociable cats with humans can be approached rarely, and if we manage to catch one, it is aggressive and behaves like a lion in a cage in an apartment.

Many associations to review the system that was to adopt all strays, to instead see which can be adopted and that cannot be. These cats are often identified and neutral then released, volunteers to ensure their health and intervene if necessary.

Some cats may be tame

But then how to tame one of these cats? It's almost impossible. It takes years to let to touch, and even if they accept it! They were born in the street, their mothers have educated them to flee humans who catch and lock up, and in a few generations these cats here are more sociable, and refuse to be that again. Even the young kittens become the furies if you try to touch them. It takes a lot of patience to be able to touch them. And if one of these cats seem sick or injured, it is an association or a veterinarian should be reported. They are equipped to catch cats and treat them, releasing them in a place without dangers if needed.

So if you have a cat that seems abandoned, the first thing to do is to check if he let himself get close or not, if in a few days he is confident and is touched, it is a House cat abandoned or lost. But if the cat leaking seeing you approach, you're dealing in a street cat, and there... it's going to be long and complicated, but especially risky! Indeed, if you can get this cat at home, it can be aggressive, you hurt you or your children, but also other animals.

Making a Shelter

Know that these cats are not unhappy, it's their way of life, they're free and independent. The only thing you can do is to drop off food when the weather is bad. In winter, you can build him a cozy shelter with a large cooler box, and watch him. If you see bad, feel free to involve a combination of 'free cats.

It will be certainly grateful, even if he's not Purring on your knees to make you understand.

7 Things Stop Doing to Your Cat

Though having cats, most pet owners may ignore kitty’s presence and are least bothered about when the cat is purring or has hit down. Providing your cat some space and little care is all they need. Blinding to their needs may end both you and your kitty to grave problem. Before anything goes wrong and worst happens, watch out the below important things that you should never do to your cat.

1. Putting your cat outdoors without any supervision

Just thinking that your cat would enjoy outdoor splendor on own and would return whenever she needs it. This theory stands completely out of the way.

The truth is different – your cat outside venture might be adventure, confusion or fright. She may run errantly on the roads or crouch under the bush fear of children or dogs.

To keep your kitty safe, harness her with a collar when moving around in the neighborhood. When outdoors, ensure that she roams only under your supervision.

2. Leaving windows open

Curious cats are always on the verge to explore and your screened windows can play havoc. Excitation of a bird flying by – may instigates your tabby to unknowingly dislodge that screen and tumble to the floor. If you are at work or at home doing something important in other arena of your house then certainly it would be long before you come to know that your cat is missing or is hurt badly.

3. Skipping flea and tick treatment

Assuming cats being indoors always and rarely grooming with other animals can never have those nasty pests then you are on the wrong track.

Irrespective of your cat’s indoor or outdoor status, they can get infected with fleas and ticks as these critters can come indoors and can feast on your cat. You may be unknowingly welcoming these fleas and ticks through your visiting friend with a dog coming or your clothing after hiking in the woods.

Keep your kitty safe from the harmful reactions of these by treating them monthly with flea and tick preventives available. Leaving the blood-sucking critters to quest on your cat would be the worst thing to face.

4. Holding your cat on your lap while driving

“It’s all safe to drive while holding your kitty on the lap” – if this is what you are thinking then beware you are probably facing a big danger. Cats usually don’t like to be caged into their car dens but a free moving cat in a car is definitely a furry missile.

That furry ping-pong inside a car may result your driving into disaster before you reach your destination. Oh!!! so better buckle them up or put in crate for a safe and distraction less journey.

5. Not brushing your cat’s teeth

If you fall in this category of thinking – Cats are their own groomers and can very well manage to keep their teeth clean then just dismiss this thought.

Plaque buildup because of food particles sticking along with saliva can result into tartar, which can gradually result into tooth loss in your kitty. Though kitties are quite unreachable when it comes to dental regime, it is your “pet-terly” duty to ensure their clean teeth.

If it’s not possible to perform on your kitty, hire a professional who can take care of it. A weekly dental regime will keep your cat’s gums and teeth healthy.

6. Tossing your cat off the table

Just throwing your kitty out from the table as she is curious to find what is so delicious there is not the right thing to do.

Grabbing and throwing your cat will not only harm physically but also mentally. Try to handle her with care and she will be ready to act to your command.

7. Ignoring hairball issue

Cats with rich mane and coat are always pet owners’ pride. But, do you ever realize that this fur may at times lead to hairball issue. Normally, cat owners are least aware of this issue and just ignoring it which is most disastrous for your cat leading to fatal conditions.

This condition can very well be controlled by proper grooming. Trimming excess hair and grooming can certainly control this issue and your cat will be happy with her stomach.

Related Article: 7 surprising facts about cats

How to avoid your cat colds ?

The majority of cats are naturally relaxed and peaceful creatures. They want neither bite nor scratch and they will generally do their best to avoid situations where it would become necessary. However, there are circumstances that lead a cat to attack and injure its owner. In addition to being painful, the cat scratches and bites can also cause infections and that's why it's better to avoid. It may be useful to learn how to avoid bites and scratches as well as to react when this happens.

1. Teach your kitten what are the acceptable limits while you play.

 Learn to play comedy. When he bites you, shout and remove your hand. Then, get up and go you to noting that the game is over. If you do only constantly, the kitten will learn that bites put an end to the game and it will not do.

If your cat bites you don't want you to hurt and you want to discourage him to do so, press your hand in its mouth after the bite. In this way, you create an unpleasant feeling in the cat and it will stop biting you. Remove your hand quickly from a possible bite or scratch if you see that the cat has a good chance to hurt you.

2.  Give your cat toys so that it plays instead of playing with your hands and fingers.

 A cat playing often forget that it should be soft and you could find yourself with a painful scratch or the cat will continue to play later and cold you unless you expect. To avoid this, give her toys that are clearly not part of you, for example the toys on a string, a laser pointer or mouse plush.

Cats need to bite, Chew and scratch for fun and for if training, not only on you or any other human being. Try to play with your cat using a toy so that your hands are not covered with scratches.

3.  eave plenty of time for your cat so that he can have fun.

Offer several game sessions for 5 to 10 minutes throughout the day. Make the cat chasing a toy on a string and continue playing until the cat is tired.

The idea is to stimulate the cat hunting instinct and tire him physically. A cat tired less likely to attack you as a cat who is bored and that redirects inappropriately his excess energy.

4.  Plan to neuter the cat.

Not neutered cats have a territorial instinct more developed than the neutered cats. Even if an unfixed cat isn't automatically an aggressive cat, castration has a calming effect on the cat and tends to make the cat more sociable and more respectful of the occupants of the House.

5.  Learn to recognize the warning signs of an attack.

Watch for the appearance of signs, for example if her pupils are dilated, its fur waves or if he stops Purring. The cat could also make noise and Growl, or it could spit or moan. He could fold his ears back and flatten against his head. Its whiskers could be pointing toward the front and he could open his mouth slightly (often by spitting)

A cat who plays will be wide and round pupils, because he's excited. You must also take into account when you observe the body language of the chat. A cat that sits on your lap should not be excited and should not have dilated.

If the cat becomes trapped, it could curl up and watch with anguish on one side and on the other to find a loophole.

How to recognize that your cat is sick?

One of the pleasures inherent in owning a cat is that they are very relaxed animal. Cats are champions of the trigger and they live a life we all dream: they're fun, they eat and sleep. Unfortunately, these habits can be a drawback when the cat gets sick. Instinctively, the cat will try to hide or regular habits (like sleep) may become exaggerated. To know if your cat is sick, you should know what symptoms monitor.

1. Pay attention to the amount of sleep for your cat.

 Sick cats sleep more. If your cat has no other signs of illness, for example if he vomits, if he has no diarrhea, loss of appetite or visible swelling, watch him. If other symptoms appear, bring him to the vet.

If your cat has no other symptoms, watch him 24 hours (of course, you can take him to the vet if you are concerned). If he spends a second day look extremely tired, it's time to bring him to the vet.

2. Check the temperature of your cat to see if he has a fever.

Use a rectal thermometer to check if your cat has a fever. However, if the cat gets mad, it is better that you stop and let the vet do. The normal temperature of the cat is between 37.5 and 39 degrees C, you should start to worry if its temperature exceeds 39 degrees C and you can be sure he has a fever above 39.5 degrees C. If he has a fever, take your cat to the vet.

A cat reaches fever tends to sleep much more, he will refuse his food and he will present a dull coat with a weird reflection. His nose and ears could be dry and warm to the touch. While touching the ears can be a little specific way to check its temperature, if they look cool, it's probably because the cat has a fever.

3. Watch for changes in habits with regard to his litter tray.

 Pay attention to several things: how many times the cat use the litter box, show the difficulties to do that, is there blood or mucus in her urinalysis or its droppings are hard and compact. If your cat has diarrhea while continuing to go to the litter or if constipated (you'll know because of the presence of hard, dry droppings), bring him to the vet. Passages repeated litter without help or the presence of blood urine should alert you and bring you to immediately examine your cat.

Male cats tend to present more often urinary problems that manifest themselves in the form of problems to let out urine. The cat could get in position to urinate for several minutes or get up and look for a new place to urinate before Crouch again. If you can, check if the cat has urinated (litter is dry or wet?) and if he urinated, check if there is no blood.

4. Watch your cat's appetite.

 If you have noticed that your cat ate a lot or he ate much more that usual, it could be that there something. If the cat does not have interest in food for a whole day, this could be caused by many problems, he eats may be the neighbor, he feels nauseous or it can have kidney problems. On the other hand, if the cat looks hungry all the time, it can also be a sign of a health problem.

If your cat refuses to eat for more than 24 hours, go to your veterinarian to treat the underlying problem doesn't appear complications.

5. Make sure that your cat is not dehydrated.

          Monitor changes in the behavior of your cat with water. The amount of water your cat is drinking depends on the type of food that you give him, he will drink a lot less if you give him wet food, but you will see more often drink if you give him dry food. Many disorders can increase thirst, for example some infections, kidney disease, an overactive thyroid and diabetes. If your cat looks always very thirsty, do check by a veterinarian.

You can also conduct a physical test. Gently grab your cat by the skin between his shoulder blades. Pull the skin upward (but very slowly) and let it fall. If your cat's skin does not immediately return in place, there is a good chance it's dehydrated and you should bring it to the vet.

6. Pay attention to the weight and the silhouette

 of your cat. Any change in your cat's weight is caused by something and should push you to bring her to the vet. A gradual or sudden weight change may indicate a disease. If you are not sure, weigh your cat once a week at home and if your cat continues to lose weight, seek advice from a veterinarian.

In the early stages of diseases such as diabetes or hyperthyroidism, the cat might look to be in good health, but he loses the weight. Ask your veterinarian if you notice that your cat continues to lose weight.

Some diseases, such as cancer of the stomach or heart disease, change the silhouette of the cat unless he lost weight so far. This means that you can feel his ribs and spine more easily, because they will be covered less of fat, but its belly might look more round and swollen. If you have any doubt, consult a vet.

7. Examine the coat of your cat.

 A sick cat doesn't have enough energy to clean. Generally, a cat that previously had a bit bright and well-maintained becomes duller, more matte and his hair becomes more tangled. Although stress may be responsible for a bit dull or changes in its cleaning habits, it could also be that the cat is sick. Consult a vet.

A change in habits of cleaning can also be the result of arthritis. If the cat feels tense and sore, cleaning its fur can be painful. Once more, it is a sign that should bring you to a veterinarian.