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Here we have gathered some of the articles you can access in the app to help you take care of your cat. Health is important and it can help prevent injuries and vet visits. Download the app to access even more articles, videos and other content tailored to you and your cat.

Can my cat be outside in winter?

Can my cat be outside in winter?

It's important to take care of your cat in the colder months of the year. Here you'll learn exactly what to do to keep your outdoor cat comfortable this winter.

Acute vomiting in cats

Acute vomiting in cats

If your cat vomits every day or several times a day, you should always consult a vet, as there are many serious reasons for frequent vomiting.

Itchiness in cats

Itchiness in cats

If you have a cat in your household, you probably already know that cats have a habit of scratching and licking themselves clean quite often. Learn more about it here!

All about vaccination of cats

All about vaccination of cats

Vaccinating your cat is important to keep it as healthy as possible. When you vaccinate your cat, you protect it from cat flu and cat sniffles

Paracetamol is toxic to cats

Paracetamol is toxic to cats

Usually cats are very careful about what they put in their mouths, but as a cat owner it can be good to know that in the environments your cat is in, there are substances that are toxic to cats

Deworming of cats

Deworming of cats

It is very common for cats to get worms, in fact most cats get worms at some point in their lives.

About the cat's mouth and teeth

About the cat's mouth and teeth

Good oral health is obviously important for your cat to feel as good as possible. Learn more about how to take care of your cat's mouth and teeth here!

Tooth loss - Periodontitis

Tooth loss - Periodontitis

Periodontitis, or tooth loss, is something that some cats have problems with. You can prevent this by regularly brushing your cat's teeth, read more here!

Gum inflammation in cats

Gum inflammation in cats

Unfortunately, dental problems are relatively common among cats, one type of problem cats can suffer from is inflamed gums, gingivitis.

Brush your cat's teeth

Brush your cat's teeth

Brushing your cat's teeth is incredibly important, and is something that all cat owners should make sure to do from time to time, at least regularly, but preferably daily if possible.

Diseases of the elderly cat

Diseases of the elderly cat

Cats may be good at hiding if they get sick, but unfortunately the older they get, the more common it is for them to suffer from diseases and illnesses that are less common in younger cats.

Diarrhoea without vomiting

Diarrhoea without vomiting

The vast majority of cats will suffer from diarrhoea at some point in their lives. Sometimes cats have diarrhoea with vomiting, but sometimes they only have diarrhoea - without any vomiting.

Make liquid substitute for cats

Make liquid substitute for cats

Drying out is common in the summer months. It is important to hydrate your cat in time. Here are some tips on how to make your own liquid replacement!

Corneal columns - symptoms and treatment

Corneal columns - symptoms and treatment

Does your cat have corneal columns on its paws? Lassie's licensed veterinarian will teach you all about horn pillars.

Cough in cats

Cough in cats

A cat's cough comes from the chest, just as it does for us humans. When coughing, cats often stick their heads out when they cough.

Skin ulcers

Skin ulcers

Cats, like other animals and humans, can suffer from skin ulcers. The sores can be caused by a variety of things, but some common causes are that they are caused by cat fights

How to deal with a mild limp in your cat

How to deal with a mild limp in your cat

Cats can suffer from lameness due to many different causes. Lameness can vary in complexity, here we tell you more about how to deal with a mild lameness in your cat.

How to help your overweight cat lose weight

How to help your overweight cat lose weight

Being overweight as a cat has been shown to be a risk factor for many diseases that affect not only animal welfare but also the animal's quality of life.

Castration of male cats

Castration of male cats

If you do not plan to use your male cat for breeding, it is a good idea to neuter your cat. Neutering a male cat is a relatively simple procedure.

Cat and ticks

Cat and ticks

Has your cat got a tick bite or is there a tick on it? We at Lassie will walk you through the best way to deal with ticks on cats.

Cat on boat

Cat on boat

As with dogs, cats should wear life jackets when on docks or boats. Although most cats can swim, it is well known that most do not like water.

Cat breathing with open mouth

Cat breathing with open mouth

There are many possible causes of open-mouth breathing or other obvious respiratory distress, common to all of these is that they are of critical condition.

Cat that pees more than usual

Cat that pees more than usual

When cats have a change in their urination behaviour, there is almost always an underlying cause. Here you can learn more about what it might mean if your cat is urinating more than usual!

Cat peeing in the wrong place

Cat peeing in the wrong place

Have you experienced your cat peeing in the wrong places in your home? Yes, it could be because your cat has a disease or is stressed. Learn more here!

Foods that are toxic for your cat

Foods that are toxic for your cat

Did you know that some foods are toxic to your cat? Here you can learn what they are and how to avoid them to prevent poisoning in your cat.

Cat licking off fur

Cat licking off fur

Have you noticed bald spots on your cat's body? This could be because the cat is licking its fur away for various reasons.

Cat that refuses to eat

Cat that refuses to eat

Refusing to eat means, as it sounds, that a cat refuses to eat, or rather is unable to eat due to lack of appetite in various types of illness.

Cat breathing

Cat breathing

A cat's breathing is normally so quiet that you can barely see or react to it.

Cat sniffles

Cat sniffles

Has your cat been affected by cat sniffles? Lassie's licensed veterinarian will teach you all about the infection, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of feline snuffles.

Cat-proof your home

Cat-proof your home

Need to cat-proof your home? We give you tips and advice on everything you need to know about making your home safe for your cat!

Lumps on the cat's body

Lumps on the cat's body

Nodules occur on cats. They can be both dangerous and harmless but, as in other animals, they increase the risk of tumours in older individuals. Learn more here!

Vomiting that occurs rarely

Vomiting that occurs rarely

A cat vomiting once in a while does not have to be a symptom of any dangerous or serious disease, in fact it can be normal for the cat!

Sneezing in cats

Sneezing in cats

A cat's sneeze sounds very similar to human sneezes. However, one of the characteristics of a cat's sneeze is that it often shakes its head when it sneezes.

About idiopathic cystitis

About idiopathic cystitis

Cats can sometimes suffer from urinary tract problems without there being a known cause for their occurrence, this is called idiopathic cystitis.

About udder tumours

About udder tumours

An older cat that is unneutered or neutered later in life is at risk of developing udder tumours. This is a common type of cancer in cats and unfortunately they are often malignant.

About the cat's eyes and eye injuries

About the cat's eyes and eye injuries

All cats are born completely blind and with their eyes closed. Cats usually do not start opening their eyes until they are about 7-10 days old, sometimes even later.

About cat fights

About cat fights

Cats getting into fights with other cats is a common occurrence.

About tooth resorption (FORL)

About tooth resorption (FORL)

Has your cat been affected by FORL? Lassie's licensed veterinarian will teach you all about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the dental disease feline tooth resorption.

About urinary retention in cats

About urinary retention in cats

If a cat tries to pee but nothing comes, it may be a sign that the cat has suffered from urinary retention. This is a very serious condition for which the cat needs urgent help.

Snake bite and cats

Snake bite and cats

There is a poisonous snake in Sweden that is good to keep an eye on. Your cat could be bitten by a viper and it's important to know what to do if this happens.

Back pain in older cats

Back pain in older cats

As your cat ages, it's not uncommon for its behaviour to change. It's also not uncommon for older cats to have back pain, learn more about it here!

Rat and mouse poison toxic for cats

Rat and mouse poison toxic for cats

Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for rat and mouse poison to taste good to both cats and dogs. Even a small dose of rat poison is very dangerous for cats to ingest.

Diseases associated with obesity in cats

Diseases associated with obesity in cats

Giving your four-legged friend a treat every now and then is easy, and it goes without saying that your cat should also get a treat every now and then. But be careful not to overweight it!

Protect your cat from cold damage

Protect your cat from cold damage

If you have a cat that is given the opportunity to go outside during the winter, it is important to ensure that it is protected from cold damage.

Wounds and boils after cat bites

Wounds and boils after cat bites

Cat fights are a common cause of injury, especially in outdoor cats, but indoor cats living with others can also be affected.

Symptoms of urination problems in cats

Symptoms of urination problems in cats

Urination problems are, as you may know, common among cats and there are a variety of symptoms that indicate that a cat has urinary problems.

Urinary stones in cats

Urinary stones in cats

There are several reasons why cats can have urinary-related problems, one example of urinary-related problems in cats is urinary stones.

Reflectors and cats

Reflectors and cats

If you have an outdoor cat or sometimes take your indoor cat out for a walk on a lead or harness, it's important to remember to use reflectors when it's dark.

Asthma in cats

Asthma in cats

Cats, like humans, can get asthma. It can be a life-threatening condition. That's why we're here to tell you about the causes, symptoms and treatment of asthma in cats.

How to detect allergies in your cat

How to detect allergies in your cat

Is your cat itchy and licking himself excessively? Then it may be suffering from an allergy. Learn about symptoms, treatment and when to seek care.

ID tag your cat

New cat owner

ID tag your cat

Are you ID tagging your cat and wondering what the rules are? We'll help you with everything you need to know about cat ID tagging and the new law that comes into force in 2023!

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