
A cat’s hairball-like cough deserves a closer description
Repeated hacking is not automatically a hairball. Record what your cat actually does and seek veterinary advice for persistent episodes or breathing difficulty.

Repeated hacking is not automatically a hairball. Record what your cat actually does and seek veterinary advice for persistent episodes or breathing difficulty.

Tooth resorption can cause significant pain in cats and may need dental imaging. Notice changes, arrange veterinary assessment and avoid trying to repair the tooth at home.

Notice changes in your cat’s drinking, record useful context and know why increased thirst should be discussed with a veterinarian.

Notice changes in a cat’s third eyelid and contact a veterinarian promptly rather than trying to diagnose or treat the eye at home.

Consistent weighing can make changes easier to discuss with a vet. Use a safe method, record the units and avoid treating one number as a diagnosis.