Cats, like humans, have health problems, so I gathered them all in one place because these health problems are the most common in cats, and if you detect the problem in its early stages, you can prevent complications. 

Diabetes:

Type 1 Diabetes is a result of insufficient insulin production.
Type 2 Diabetes is a problem of the body to handle the insulin in an effective way. This type can also indicate an impending problem of other diseases or drugs that hinder the natural process in which the body handles insulin.

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When the vet prescribe a medicine in the form op a pill, it can be quite difficult to give it to your cat in a way he won’t spit it out and run behind the sofa. Follow the steps below on how to give your cat a pill the easiest and quickest way:

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Periodontal disease is very common in cats over the age of three. Your cat may suffer from Periodontal disease and you won’t even know it, because cats usually don’t show any signs that a problem exist, some even appear to eat normally.

The way to accustom your cat to brushing is to follow the 4 weeks program: 

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When a cat is not healthy, he usually changes his behavior and it’s not hard to notice he is in pain. Sick cats tend to isolate themselves, they may become violent when touching them, especially if they are being touched in a sore spot, they can bite or scratch.

Here are a few more signs you need to be aware of: 

• Lake of appetite or excessive drinking of water.
• Regurgitation of food.
• Lethargy, poor balance.
• Retching or vomiting.
• Weight loss.
• Change or problem with urinating or defecating.
• Excessive vocalization.

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A temperature of a healthy cat should be 100.5-102.5°F or 38-39°C. It’s very important to know how to measure the cat’s temperature so it won’t cause your cat any damage. The supply you need: human rectal thermometer (a digital one is better because the finite temperature will be displayed on the screen), Vaseline or KY jelly to lubricate the thermometer and alcohol with pads to disinfect the thermometer when finished.

To make it easier for you and comfortable for your cat, you can follow the steps below:

1. It’s recommended to assist a second person that will keep the front of the cat immobile by holding the cat under the arm or by grasping the skin at the base of his neck.
2. After lubricating the thermometer and the cat is ready for the examination, lift the cat’s tail gently and start to insert the thermometer into the rectum and twist it from side to side. Insert the thermometer only one inch inside.
3. If you are using a glass thermometer, take it out after two minutes to check the temperature.

Don’t forget to give your cat a treat…

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