

The average domestic cat lives between 12 and 17 years, and many well-cared-for cats now reach their early 20s. This article explores the main factors that affect a cat’s lifespan, common causes of shortened life expectancy, and practical steps you can take to help your cat live a longer, healthier life.

The immune system of an allergic cat is overly sensitive to some foreign, harmless molekules and mistakes for dangerous substances.

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy causes thickening of the left ventricle of the heart (left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) obstruction.

Personalized diet for cats is designed according to the cat's genetics, physique and lifestyle. Learn more about this novel field in feline health and care.

Congenital myasthenic syndrome (CMS) is a genetic neuromuscular disorder caused by defects at the neuromuscular junction.

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Polycystic kidney disease in cats (PKD) is one of the most common feline genetic diseases. Persian and related cat breeds are known to be at a higher risk.

If your cat is overweight, you CAN help your cat achieve a healthy weight before it’s too late. Here are top 6 reasons your cat is overweight.

Cystinuria in cats is an inherited metabolic disease characterized by defective amino acid reabsorption, leading to the formation of cystine stones.