Q My cat lives to go outdoors, especially in the summer. Every so often, he gets in a scrap and comes home with a wound that I promptly wash off and apply antibiotic ointment to. This time, he has a ...

Dear Christopher Cat: Oreo, our 3-year-old neutered male indoor-outdoor cat, suddenly acquired a large, soft swelling over one hip. When I look closely, I can see two small scabs at the center. What ...

Abscesses in most cases are caused by fighting with another cat. When a tooth or claw penetrates the skin, it causes damage to underlying tissue. Bacteria are deposited in the tissue at the time of ...

Cat bite abscesses are a common problem we see as veterinarians. Cats are very territorial and will get into fights if other cats invade their space. Any age and sex of cat can be affected, however it ...

Cats are revered around the world. They are small, cute domestic pets that are extremely popular. They provide emotional support and are used in some forms of animal therapy. That being said, ...

I had a consultation the other day that was so much fun it made me feel like a new graduate vet again, which, after nearly 20 years in practice, is a rare thing. It was with a lovely little black cat ...

Septic mastitis occurs when your cat gets an infection in the breast, usually from Staphylococci, E. coli, or Streptococci bacteria. These bacteria get into the mammary gland through the nipples, ...

In Ghatkopar, Mumbai, a stray feline with a ripped ear and a large open wound received treatment using a porcine skin patch as a biological bandage. The cat's wound remarkably recovered in just five ...