In the process of raising cats, we may encounter situations where cats die suddenly, which often makes us feel very shocked and sad. Sometimes, however, these sudden deaths are preventable. This article will introduce you to the four dangerous diseases that cats suffer from "sudden death", as well as their signs and how to prevent them.
1. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is one of the most common heart diseases in cats, and it causes the heart muscle to thicken, affecting the normal circulation of blood. The disease usually has no obvious signs, but sometimes symptoms such as difficulty breathing, coughing, and rapid heartbeat can occur.
Prevention method: Have regular cardiac ultrasounds to ensure your cat's heart health. If you notice an abnormality, seek medical attention promptly and follow your doctor's advice.
2. Myocardial infarction and cerebral infarction.
Myocardial infarction and cerebral infarction are heart and brain diseases caused by clogged blood vessels. These diseases can cause sudden death in cats, but sometimes there are signs such as loss of appetite, listlessness, abnormal breathing, paralysis, etc.
Prevention method: Keep your cat's diet balanced and avoid obesity. Have regular physical exams, including blood tests and an electrocardiogram. If you notice an abnormality, seek medical attention promptly and follow your doctor's advice.
3. Filariasis.
Filariasis is a disease caused by parasites that cause blockages in blood vessels, affecting the normal circulation of blood. There are usually no obvious signs of the disease, but sometimes symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, etc. are present.
Prevention: Avoid exposing your cat to mosquitoes and get regular check-ups, including blood tests and electrocardiograms. If you notice an abnormality, seek medical attention promptly and follow your doctor's advice.
4. Feline parvovirus infection.
Feline parvovirus infection is a deadly viral disease that causes a cat's immune system to collapse, causing a range of severe symptoms. This disease usually appears in young and old cats, and symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, fever, listlessness, etc.
Prevention method: Vaccinate regularly, avoid contact with other cats, and isolate sick cats in time. If you notice an abnormality, seek medical attention promptly and follow your doctor's advice.
Summary:
All four of these diseases are risk factors for sudden death in cats. In order to prevent the occurrence of these diseases, we need to do regular physical examinations, pay attention to the cat's living environment and healthy diet, get vaccinated in time and follow the doctor's recommendations. Only in this way can we ensure the health and safety of our cats. At the same time, it is also necessary to maintain care and attention to cats, detect abnormalities in time and seek medical attention in time.
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