Respiratory distress occurs when foreign objects in the mouth, throat, nose, or bronchi obstruct the cats breathing. A collapsed lung, wounds to the chest or diaphragm may also be the cause. Signs that your cat may be in respiratory distress are as follows: gasping; pale or blue mucous membranes (check your cats gums); shallow breathing; [...]
Heatstroke In Cats
April 9, 2007 By
Summer will soon be on its way so it’s important to know that cats are vulnerable to heat stroke. Longhairs are especially vulnerable when on a long car journey as traveling baskets or carriers in a confined space have less ventilation. Heat stroke symptoms are exceptionally rapid breathing, the appearance of the haws, and a [...]
