Case Studies

Most cat owners know exactly what their cat looks like when they’re annoyed or hungry. Sick is harder. Cats are masters at acting normal when they’re not feeling normal. Often, the earliest signs of illness are small behavioural changes.

Training others to become feline specialists is about more than clinical skill. I was trained by people who love the species, and they gave their time to help me. It’s something I’m really passionate about passing on to the next generation at CSS.

Nasal congestion might sound minor, but in cats, it’s impacting comfort, appetite and breathing. Thankfully, some are short-lived upper respiratory infections, but anything ongoing or recurrent usually warrants further investigation.

Anyone who lives with cats has cleaned up their fair share of regurgitated hairballs. And you’re likely under the impression that it’s completely normal. But not every hairball is innocent, and vomiting too often typically signals a deeper issue.

When families plan time away, it’s natural to worry about how their cat will cope. Cats are sensitive to the unfamiliar. But a cat-only medical boarding facility with professionals on hand can make a real difference and peace of mind for everyone.

Ageing is a normal process for all living beings, and as cats move into their senior years, they can still age with the same quiet grace they’ve always shown. Here’s our guide for senior cat owners to help recognise early changes for better support.

In cats, dyspnoea may manifest as exaggerated chest movements, open-mouth breathing, or an altered posture. Once breathing becomes laboured, they are often close to decompensation and require a calm, methodical approach to stabilisation.

Ultrasound of the feline gallbladder allows its direct assessment, including the bile ducts and surrounding structures, to distinguish primary biliary disease from secondary change linked to hepatic, pancreatic or intestinal pathology.

Cats have limited cooling mechanisms and are behaviourally inclined to hide discomfort from you, so they’re likely feeling the hot weather even if you don’t see it. Feline hydration is something to be particularly aware of in the summer.