Did you know that fatty liver disease can occur in Maine Coons when large amounts of fat are deposited into the liver? One of the leading causes for large amounts of fat to be deposited into the liver include malnourishment, cancer, diabetes, pancreatitis, kidney disease and other liver diseases. Your vet will most likely need a thorough history of your Maine Coon’s health in order to make a diagnosis. In addition, be prepared to tell your vet of your Maine Coon’s symptoms and when you first noticed them. Symptoms may include prolonged anorexia, rapid weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, muscle wasting, depression, downward flexion of the head and neck, yellowing of the eyes, drooling, and possible collapse in later stages. Additional tests such as a complete blood count, biochemistry profile and urinalysis may also be conducted by your vet Orangevale, CA in order to determine the underlying cause of the infected or fatty liver. For more details, click here.