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• Saddle thrombus (aortic thromboembolism) in cats

  A saddle thrombus is a blood clot that blocks blood supply to the back legs. Symptoms appear suddenly and include severely painful, paralysed back legs. A saddle thrombus is an emergency.

• Vomiting in cats

  Most cases of vomiting in cats will improve with minimal treatment but sometimes vomiting can be a sign of something more serious.

• Weepy eyes in cats

  A little bit of crusting in the corner of the eyes is normal but if you notice more than usual it could be a sign of a problem in cats.

• Ringworm in cats

  Despite its name, ringworm is not a worm; it’s a fungal infection of the skin. It’s also known as ‘dermatophytosis’.

• Cat bite abscesses

  A cat’s claws and teeth are covered in bacteria, if they bite or scratch each other it’s very likely that an infection will develop.