Vomiting is often part of a cat owner's daily routine. However, while occasional vomiting may be normal, frequent or persistent vomiting may indicate an underlying problem. In this article, the Lore & Science specialists take a closer look at the possible causes of vomiting in cats, as well as the treatments available.
Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is an infectious illness caused by bacteria of the genus Borrelia. These bacteria are transmitted by Ixodes ticks, commonly known as deer ticks or black long-legged ticks. When an infected tick bites an animal, Borrelia bacteria can be transferred [...].
Feline Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (FIV), commonly known as "cat AIDS", is a worrying viral pathology that can affect our domestic felines. Despite its marked differences from human HIV, this disease is not lacking in striking similarities. In this article, Lore & Science tells you all you need to know [...].
Cats are sensitive animals and can be prone to a variety of allergies, which can lead to unpleasant symptoms and disrupt their quality of life. As in humans, feline allergies are the result of the body's excessive defenses against substances it is theoretically able to tolerate. In this article, Lore [...]
Do you take care of your cat's oral hygiene? Lack of care can lead to gingivitis. This inflammatory disease of the gums is fairly common among our feline friends. It is characterized by inflammation of the gums, which can be painful and lead to bad breath. If not treated promptly, gingivitis can lead to [...].
Cat worms are a common parasitic infestation that can have serious consequences for your pet's health. Most of the time, our feline friends are confronted with them in their environment or their diet. Lore & Science tells you all you need to know about cat worms.
Among the diseases that can affect felines, disorders of the heart muscle or myocardium affect almost 95% of cats. In fact, cardiomyopathy is the most common cardiac disorder in cats. Just like dogs, 5% of cats are born with heart disease. This is known as [...]
Coryza in cats: symptoms, treatment and prevention Coryza is a very common infectious disease that can have serious repercussions on a cat's health. What characterizes it? How can it be distinguished and treated? Lore & Science explains it all. What is cat coryza? What are the symptoms?
RNA corona viruses have always existed in cats. Cats can be infected by two strains of coronavirus which, rest assured, are not transmissible to humans. ➤ FECV (Feline Enteric Corona Virus), present in 95% of the feline population, causes small bouts of diarrhea. It is harmless or even asymptomatic. ➤ [...]
What are amino acids? Amino acids are the basic building blocks of proteins, and their combination creates protein structures of varying lengths. Some proteins are made up of just a few amino acids, while others are made up of dozens. NB: the right proteins should be found in [...].
