Dear friend,

Cervical ventroflexion (CVF) in cats is a symptom caused by weakness of the neck muscles, leading to an inability of the neck to maintain the head in an upright position.

Feline CVF is most commonly caused by diseases of the nervous system and muscles (and their interaction), but may also be seen with hyperthyroidism, thiamine deficiency, low blood calcium, and variety of intoxications.

A recent study of 86 cases of CVF sought to determine, among other things, the diseases associated with this symptom.

This study provides veterinarians with a valuable tool to assist in the diagnosis of primary diseases that cause CVF in cats, in addition to a reference to treatment outcomes for the various primary diseases that caused CVF in this large group of cats.

If you ever notice your cat with a “droopy” neck that makes him seem like he is having trouble holding his head up, it is vital that you seek immediate veterinary consultation.

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We encourage you to reference the health topics section on our website to assist you with providing the best care for your feline friend. If there is a topic that you don’t see and you would like us to address, please let us know by sending us an email at FHC@Cornell.edu.

Stay tuned for more updates and tips on feline health!

Warm purrs,

The Cornell Feline Health Center Team

Popular Science: Why do cats love concrete slabs? A vet explains.

If the latest viral TikTok video has you guessing, you aren't alone. Dr. Kornreich took the time to speak with Popular Science about the mystery. 

“As is typical with cats, only they know,” Bruce Kornreich, a veterinary cardiologist and director of the Feline Health Center at Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, tells Popular Science. 

Rapid Response Fund takes aim at emergent threats to feline health

Bird flu is on the move—spreading among wild birds, poultry, dairy cows and, occasionally, humans. As cases in cats rise, the Cornell Feline Health Center (FHC) has mobilized its Rapid Response Fund (RRF), awarding nearly $400,000 to establish the Cornell Feline Health Center Feline H5N1 Consortium, a team of Cornell researchers focused on investigating the virus’ spread and impact on the species. 

The grant is the latest of over a dozen supporting urgent, high-impact research on emerging threats to feline health that cannot await submission through the annual Cornell Feline Health Center grants program, which has provided over $7,000,000 in funding to feline -focused Cornell researchers in the past 25 years.

August is a month to check the chip

August 15th was 'Check the Chip' day, a day to help remind pet owners to
microchip their furry companions and to keep chip info up-to-date.
📌 Microchips are a powerful tool to help reunite lost pets with their families!
📌Microchips are not trackers. If  your pet is lost or stolen, it cannot be used to locate them.

Download and share the pet infographic below, and remind your friends to #checkthechip!

The Cornell Feline Health Center is a nonprofit organization, and we rely upon partnership with cat-lovers like you to fund the health studies, educational efforts, and outreach activities that are at the core of our mission. One of the simplest, most effective ways you can help is by becoming a supporting member of our team. 

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