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Cat Behaviors That Could Be Signs of a Sick Cat

 

 

His Breath Is Not the Freshest

Eighty-five percent of cats have periodontal disease by the time they are 3 years old, and bad breath is one sign, according to Dr. Ryan. “Talk to your veterinarian at each wellness visit about dental cleanings and what you can do at home to prevent dental disease; not only does dental disease cause bad breath, but it can lead to more serious issues like kidney, liver and heart problems.”

While dental disease is the most common cause of bad breath in cats, there could be other reasons for bad breath. “A cat with diabetes may have a sweet-smelling breath along with increased thirst and urination,” Dr. Ryan says. “A cat with kidney disease, on the other hand, can have breath that smells like ammonia because the kidneys aren’t able to filter waste products adequately.”