Is Your Cat at Risk?

Many of the most common feline diseases show few, if any, clinical signs but fortunately can be managed if caught early. Routine veterinary visits are critical to early diagnosis and effective treatment of cat ailments. Below are some of the most common diseases based on your cat's age.

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Young (younger than 4 years)	Infectious diseases: panleukopenia (parvovirus), feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), upper respiratory viruses (herpesvirus and calicivirus) Parasites: fleas, intestinal worms, heartworm, gastrointestinal diseases Congenital: heart disease, diaphragmatic hernia Idiopathic cystitis Behavioral disorders
Middle-aged (4–10 years)	Obesity Urinary stones Inflammatory bowel disease Heart disease (non-hyperthyroid) Asthma/respiratory diseases Liver disease
Geriatric/Senior (older than 10 years)	Chronic renal failure Hyperthyroidism Diabetes mellitus Cancer Arthritis Urinary stones