Everyone knows what dander is. It’s very common in humans (called dandruff) and, unfortunately, it’s also common in animals. When a
homeowner sees a cat continually scratching, or has evidence of dander around the house, it is important to find out exactly what the problem is as there are many diseases which could also cause this problem. If the problem is Cat Dander it’s sometimes difficult to find a complete cure.

Cats’ skin, under the fur, is very similar to humans. It has cells and it sheds this skin on a daily basis. When this skin becomes exceedingly dry, it will float through the air and land on anything in the vicinity. This could be carpeting, curtains or any surface, including people.

Unfortunately, there are other things involved, not just dry skin. The saliva from a cat usually contains Fel D1. When grooming itself this, or other things it has come in contact with, will attach itself to its skin. When this skin flakes off and lands on a person, it may cause an allergic reaction.

This makes a very unpleasant situation for the cat owner. The Fel D1 can also be found in the cat’s urine and the litter box.This dander may be inhaled, by family members, through the mouth or nose as it flies through the air. An allergic reaction is usually indicated by severe sneezing, runny nose, nasal or sinus congestion or itching, similar to hay fever. In severe cases, a person may get a skin rash or hives.To help control the situation suggestions have been made that the cat be thoroughly bathed once a week, especially washing their face and ears. Washing the cats face and ears with hypoallergenic pet wipes between baths can also help. Of course, it’s important that one’s hands be washed following any handling of the cat.

There are very few over the counter medicines for this problem. People offering home remedies have several suggestions. It would seem that if
the dander were caused by dry skin the solution would be to try to find out what one could do to correct that particular problem.

Checking with a veterinarian would be the best step if there is a severe problem with someone in the home having an allergy from this problem.

They would know of any special medicine or treatment that could bring about a cure or at least alleviate the situation. Cat dander is no fun for the cat or for the family so a solution should be found as soon as possible.

For the most part, the only basic things you need to do to keep your cat healthy is provide shelter, healthy and nutritious food, and plenty of water. Of course, like all living things, cats will get sick sometimes no matter what. To keep your cat healthy a majority of time, all you really need to do is give him good shelter, food, and plenty of water. Like other living things however, cats can get sick from time to time no matter what you do.

You also need to pay attention to your cat’s behavior, so you’ll recognize symptoms of sickness and can take her to the veterinarian immediately. Most of the more common ailments and sicknesses are minor, although there are some cases where a vet can be the determining factor between life and death for your cat. Your cat’s behavior will be one of the most critical factors when you are trying to determine whether or not she is feeling under the weather. Acting sluggish, laying around, lack of energy and refusing to eat are all signs that you must rush her to the vet immediately. Her coat is a good thing to keep an eye on also. If you notice that her coat is dull and patchy, or if you notice abnormal shedding, you need to contact your vet as soon as possible.

Diarrhea and vomiting are fairly common, even with basic sickness. On the other hand, if your cat seems to be doing either one of the two for more than a day, you should contact your veterinarian. Coughing is also pretty common, as most cats have hairballs from time to time. If your cat seems to be coughing for another reason, you should have her checked out as soon as you can. To ensure that your cat isn’t exposed to various diseases, you need to make sure that she stays up to date with her vaccinations. There are several diseases out there that require vaccinations, including rabies and feline distemper. Feline distemper is one of most devastating diseases a cat can get, yet it is also one of the easiest to prevent. The disease strikes cats very quickly, and leaves you as an owner very little time to find treatment.

Feline leukemia is another fatal disease, but can also prevented early on with the proper vaccinations. Although the disease isn’t possible for humans to contract, it can be spread very quickly among cats. There are vaccinations that can treat the disease these days, although you’ll still want to be careful to not expose other cats around a cat with feline leukemia.

Another problem, which is very common with cats that stay outdoors, is worms. Cats that have worms will normally have a lackluster coat and little to no appetite. There are several different types of worms, including ringworm and hookworm. Worms can come from fleas, lice, or even the organs of dead rodents that cats consume. Normally, the cat will digest the eggs which will later mature and attach themselves to the walls of the intestines. If you feed your cat garlic frequently during feedings, it can help to protect him against worms.