Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism in Cats: An Overview
Hypothyroidism is deficiency of circulating levels of serum thyroid hormones. This causes a decrease in systemic metabolic rates.

Hypothyroidism
Decreased production of thyroid hormone; uncommon in cats
Dry and brittle hair, seborrhea; secondary bacterial and yeast infections; lethargy, obesity, slow heart rate; changes in skin pigmentation may occur ...

Hypothyroidism - An under active thyroid.
Hypotonia - Abnormal decrease in muscle tone and strength that is associated with weakness and floppiness.
Hypoxemia - Deficient oxygenation of the blood.

Feline Hypothyroidism Feline hypothyroidism is thyroid deficiency. It is rare in cats. It most commonly occurs after operations on the thyroid gland or treatment for hyperthyroidism....

1) Have a thorough physical exam, lab tests, and accurate weigh recorded. Be sure to rule out hypothyroidism or other metabolic disorders.
2) Feed less food than you have been
3) Feed foods high in protein and fat and low in carbohydrate ...

Hypothyroidism is a rare condition in cats, with its occurrence being based on measurably lower than normal levels of thyroid hormones being produced and released throughout the body, and resulting slo ...

Read More Thyroid Level Test/Thyroid Profile Tests/Canine Hypothyroidism ...

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with chlamydiosis, as it is possible for humans to develop a mild form of the disease through contact.
Thyroid Problems
Cats are far more prone to hyperthyroidism, in which too much thyroid is produced, as opposed to too little (hypothyroidism).

See also: Veterinarian, Behavior, Diabetes, Hyperthyroidism, Hormone