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What are common cat illness symptoms to watch for at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 2 months old

I'm distressed after one of my pets died of unavailability of Vet at the moment. Now that tomorrow I've to take Muezza to the Vet for a general checkup. As in India we don't find professional vet. Please notify me to keep essential things in mind to detect diseases I find some symptoms like having low diet, drinking plenty water, stressed etc

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 19th, 2018

I can understand your concerns here, especially when you feel you don’t have adequate care for your pets available in your area. Here are some symptoms to watch out for in cats, since they are known to hide disease and some extra tips for caring for Muezza. - coughing - decreased appetite - excessive vomiting (more than once a week) - increased urination or drinking - hiding more than normal - lethargy - pale gums - limping Also it is a good idea to get baseline bloodwork ran on Muezza once a year and a physical exam done twice a year to help keep her healthy. Also feeding her a high quality cat food such as Royal Canin, Hill’s Science diet, Evo or Eukanuba are some good ones to consider. Having a water fountain is also a good idea since most cats aren’t big water drinkers and this will help with their bladder and kidney health. Best wishes with your pet Muezza and I hope she lives a long healthy life. You seem like a caring pet parent and I am confident you will give Muezza the best life she can have. Take care.

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