Kittens like all living things can become ill. When your kitten isn’t feeling well, it’s not all that difficult to figure out that something’s just not right. A strong indicator that your kitten may be unwell is if she starts acting lethargic and doesn’t want to play as usual, since kittens, by nature, are usually [...]
Coccidia (Coccidiosis) in Cats
September 13, 2010 By
Coccidia are highly contagious microscopic parasites that live within the cells of the intestinal lining. Although they are most commonly seen in kittens under six months of age, they can be found in adult cats as well. Transmission of coccidia occurs when the cat comes into contact with contaminated feces. The main sign of infection [...]
Roundworms
June 21, 2010 By
Roundworms are probably the most common type of worm found in both kittens and puppies alike. The larvae are transmitted to the kittens when nursing by the way of their mother’s milk. Kittens with roundworms will develop a pot belly like appearance where as the rest of their body remains thin. Cats acquire roundworms when [...]
Tapeworms
March 9, 2009 By
Tapeworms live in the intestines and are probably the most common parasites seen in adult cats. Before transmission to the cat, they require an intermediate host during the larval stage. Lice and fleas are common hosts and based on a cat’s constant grooming habits, it’s very probable that at least one flea harboring immature tapeworms [...]
Common Parasites: Ticks And Cats
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Common Parasites: Ear Mites
March 12, 2007 By
A common and yet particularly troublesome parasite is the microscopic ear mite. Many cats may be a host to this parasite without any ill effects, but the mites can increase in number to the point where they set up inflammation in the ear canal. This inflammation is what’s known as ‘Otitis’ by vets and causes [...]
Fleas and Cats
October 27, 2006 By
The most common external parasite found on both cats and dogs are fleas. Fleas usually tend to be more of a problem during the warmer weather months, but because of their continuous life cycle ability indoors, they can be a nuisance during the cooler weather months as well. The Affects Of Fleas On Your Cat: The [...]
