Deciding to spend the next 20 years with a cat means that during that time it is more than likely that it has to be taken more than once to the vet. No matter how well we take care of it, unfortunately we cannot protect it from everything, so it can fall ill at any time.
To be attentive, I'm going to tell you what are the most common diseases in cats. In this way, you can be better prevented.
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is often a sign that the cat's immune system is weak. If your friend starts tear abundantly, if you have the red eyes, swollen eyelids, visible third eyelid I do has a lot of legañas, you sure have this problem.
Gastrointestinal disorders
Sometimes you can eat something bad, get infected by viruses or bacteria, so you can end up having gastrointestinal problems, such as diarrhea, vomiting o dolor abdominal. In principle, it is not something that should worry us too much, unless the symptoms last more than two days, the cat is listless and does not want to eat, or has other symptoms, such as tremors and / or breathing problems, in in which case we will have to go urgently to the vet.
Colds
Yes, sadly, cats can get colds too 🙁. The symptoms are practically the same as we have: cough, runny nose, malaise. To do? Well, there is no cure for a cold, but the vet can give us antibiotics so that the symptoms will subside. But also at home, when the temperatures begin to drop, it is important to make sure that there are no drafts. And if it is very cold, it does not hurt to put a coat for cats.
Feline arthritis and osteoarthritis
The cat, as it ages, may also have arthritis and / or osteoarthritis. They are two very common problems in the furry of advanced age. Both reduce mobility and cause you a lot of painSo if you see that he hardly wants to walk, and that he complains when doing it, do not hesitate to take him to a professional to start the treatment, which will relieve the pain.
Any change in your cat's routine can be a sign that he is not feeling well. Pay attention to it so that the disease can be cured as quickly as it appeared.