Routine veterinary visits allow professionals to monitor a cat’s general condition and identify potential problems.
Depending on the cat’s age and circumstances, veterinary care may include examinations, vaccinations, parasite prevention, dental assessment, weight monitoring, and other appropriate services.
Owners should also pay attention to changes between appointments.
Cats can sometimes hide signs of illness, making behavioral changes particularly important.
Signs That Your Cat May Need Attention
Every cat has a unique personality, so there is no universal list of behaviors that indicates a problem.
However, sudden or persistent changes deserve attention.
Examples can include:
- Significant changes in appetite
- Drinking much more or less than usual
- Sudden weight changes
- Persistent vomiting
- Persistent diarrhea
- Difficulty breathing
- Major changes in litter-box behavior
- Unusual hiding
- Sudden aggression
- Difficulty walking
- Significant changes in grooming
- Extreme lethargy
