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FIV, FeLV, vaccines, neutering and parasites, explained plainly.
Cat thyroid problems: yowling at night, eating more, losing weight
An older cat who suddenly yowls at night, eats like never before and still loses weight may have an overactive thyroid. Hyperthyroidism is the most common hormone disease in older cats, and it's very treatable. Here are the signs, how it's diagnosed, and the four treatment options.
30 Sept 2026
FIP in cats: now treatable — but not legally everywhere
Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) used to be a death sentence. Antiviral treatment has changed that, and has moved from daily injections to tablets. But whether your vet can legally prescribe it depends on where you live, and in Spain there is still no legal option. Here's what FIP is, the signs, how treatment works, and the situation country by country.
30 Sept 2026
Asking AI about your cat's health: how to do it well (and when to call the vet)
More and more people ask AI chatbots about their cat's symptoms. Used well, AI can help you understand, prepare and ask better questions. Used badly, it can delay care. Here's how to describe symptoms clearly, the red flags that mean "vet now", and what AI should never decide.
30 Sept 2026
Why is my cat not using the litter box?
A cat peeing or pooping outside the litter box isn't being spiteful. It's trying to tell you something: a medical problem, a box it doesn't like, or stress. Here's how to find the cause, the one emergency sign you must know, and how to fix it.
30 Sept 2026
What is IBD in cats? Signs, diagnosis and treatment
Cats don't "just vomit". Regular vomiting, diarrhoea or weight loss can be signs of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Here's what IBD is, the signs to watch for, how vets diagnose it, and how it's treated.
29 Sept 2026
Signs your cat has asthma (and why it isn't a hairball)
That "hairball" your cat keeps trying to bring up might not be a hairball at all. Here is how to recognise asthma in cats, the emergency signs you must never ignore, common triggers at home, and how treatment works.
29 Sept 2026