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Does Purring Always Mean a Cat is Happy?
Cat lovers are well acquainted with the soothing hum of a cat's purr and they typically associate it with contentment and relaxation, yet the complexities behind this subtle sound extend far beyond mere happiness. Cats purr for a variety of reasons, offering us a few insights into their psychology and physiology. Purring Serves Many Functions
The Health Benefits of Neutering or Spaying Your Cat
Neutering or spaying your cat is not only about overpopulation and reducing unwanted litters. Did you know it can also have an important impact on health and behavior? Here’s a list of just some of the benefits: It greatly reduces the chance of spray-marking in both males and females. Make no mistake about it --
What are Those Special Hairs in Your Cat’s Ears?
Have you noticed the cute hairs on the inner part of your cat’s ears? Some cats have a dense cluster of hairs, some have hairs that are quite lengthy, while others have hairs very subtle in appearance. These hairs extending from the inner part of the ear are referred to as ear furnishings. The Role
10 Things People Do That Cats Hate
Just as with humans, cats have preferences and react to both positive and negative experiences. Although they’re very tolerant of the mistakes humans make, certain behaviors family members do can cause stress and damage the bond. I’ve written many articles about the ways to strengthen the bond, and how to foster a good relationship
The Mysterious Pockets on Your Cat’s Ears
I’m sure you’ve noticed the intriguing structure at the base of the outer part of your cat's ear. It's that delicate slit that forms a tiny pouch. Medically, this thin flap of skin is known as the cutaneous marginal pouch, but but the name you’ll most often hear when referring to this part of
15 Things Cats Love
You undoubtedly want a long, healthy, and happy life for your beloved cat. Building a deep bond and enjoying years spent together is a shared desire. It begins with an understanding of the essential needs of cats and the reasons behind those needs. The journey to nurturing a wonderful relationship with your cat starts by
Why You Shouldn’t Scruff a Cat
Scruffing has been a common practice in cat handling for a long time. It’s the method of cat restraint most veterinary professionals were originally taught. Scruffing is where the cat is grasped by the loose skin on the back of the neck. Even though this restraining technique has been widely used for so long, it’s
How to Keep Your Cat’s Litter Box Clean and Appealing
Anyone even remotely familiar with cats is aware of their fastidious nature. Cats dedicate a considerable portion of their daily routine to grooming and maintaining an immaculately clean coat. Despite having this knowledge of the nature of cats, some cat parents underestimate the importance of a cat’s need for cleanliness in other aspects of daily
How to Stop Your Cat From Chewing Electrical Cords
We love how playful and curious cats are, but those traits can also pose serious risks to their safety. One behavior is particularly worrisome, and that’s when cats chew on electrical cords. Understanding the Behavior Pain relief. With kittens, the reason may be due to teething discomfort. With older cats it could be to relieve pain
7 Essential Tips for New Cat Parents
Whether you’re a seasoned cat parent or a fresh recruit to the wonderful world of felines, there are things you need to know to help ensure your furry family member has a happy, healthy life. While there certainly is much more cat wisdom you’ll still need, here’s a rundown of the top seven cat commandments
Teach Your Cat to Come When Called
Training to come when called is something most people associate with dogs and not cats. Training cats to respond to a verbal recall cue is very valuable, especially for those who allow their cats access to the outdoors. Many people are under the assumption that cats aren’t easily trainable, but just shake a bag of
The Many Ways Cats Show They Love Us
You often hear people say one of the things they don’t like about cats is that they’re not as affectionate as dogs. People love how obvious and direct most dogs are when it comes to displaying their love and eagerness toward you. That wagging tail, vigorous licking, and the exuberant desire to follow you from
7 Tips for Bonding With Your New Cat
When you adopt a cat, you have hopes of establishing a good relationship and loving bond. Whether you’re bringing home a happy, healthy kitten, or rescuing a cat where you have to work on undoing past emotional damage, your mission is to create a loving and nurturing environment so the relationship can grow strong. Here
Preventing Hairballs in Cats
Living with a cat for even the shortest amount of time quickly reveals they have meticulous grooming habits. That frequent grooming is not rooted in vanity; it’s crucial for health and survival. This fastidious grooming can also lead to a common issue known as hairballs, technically referred to as trichobezoars. What is a Hairball?
Is My Cat Dehydrated?
As you know, it’s crucial to stay on top of monitoring your cat’s health. As a responsible cat parent, you pay attention to your cat’s happiness, nutritional needs, litter box habits, behavior changes, and veterinary care. One issue in cat healthcare that some cat parents may miss is dehydration. This can become a very serious
Caring for a Blind Cat
The thought of caring for a blind cat may initially seem overwhelming, but with a few environmental modifications, a little patience, and TLC, your cat can confidently navigate their environment. Cats can be born blind, or the blindness may be the result of illness, injury, or it could be age-related. Understanding What’s Needed When vision
Why Does a Cat’s Tongue Feel Like Sandpaper?
At some point you’ve probably experienced being licked by a cat. If you’re a cat lover, it most likely happens daily. You’ve also probably noticed that the cat’s tongue is rough, with a texture like sandpaper. The cat’s tongue is beautifully designed to aid them in hunting and various aspects of survival. The Design The
How Cats See the World
The eyes of a cat are not only beautiful and expressive, but they also have a unique way of perceiving the world around them. It's important to note, however, that cats rely on more than just their vision to interact with their surroundings. When trying to interpret how cats navigate and perceive their surroundings, you
Why a Squirt Bottle isn’t a Good Tool for Training Cats
When training, the methods used need to be effective, but they also need to be positive, kind and humane. Proper training techniques result in a beneficial outcome for both the cat and the cat parent by improving communication and strengthening the bond. Conversely, aversive training methods can lead to fear, confusion, and a breakdown
7 Tips to Prevent Your Cat from Eating too Fast
You just placed your cat’s food bowl on the floor and it seems as if in mere seconds, everything has been gobbled up. Eating too rapidly can have health implications as well as causing discomfort. In many cases, rapid eating results in the food making an immediate reappearance through regurgitation and causing your cat to
Cat Training: 10 Reasons to Use Reward-Based Training and Not Punishment
When it comes to correcting unwanted behaviors in your cat, punishment is not an effective nor humane approach. Here are 10 reasons to use positive reward-based methods rather than punishment, to foster a better relationship with your feline companion. 1. Punishment Doesn’t Teach Your Cat Anything Positive Initially, punishment may seem to be the way
10 Tips for Socializing a Kitten
Are you bringing a new kitten home? This is going to be a happy and exciting time but it’s also a critical period of learning for your new feline family member. This is when you should work on socializing your kitten to help them develop into a confident, well-adjusted adult cat. Proper early socialization is
Why Does Your Cat Bite You?
Cats may bite people for various reasons. Addressing the problem effectively, or better yet, preventing it from happening in the first place, starts with identifying the underlying cause. Cats don’t bite just for the sake of biting. There’s always a reason. Some common reasons for biting may include: Exploration Fear Pain Overstimulation Play aggression Rough
10 Tips for a Happy, Healthy Cat
Cats are fascinating, smart, and loving companion animals. Understanding your own cat’s behaviors, and communication methods will help you build a strong bond, prevent or resolve behavior problems, and set your kitty up to live a healthy, happy life. There are many tips to guide you in nurturing and understanding your cat, but to get
What is Wobbly Cat Syndrome?
What is Wobbly Cat Syndrome? Cerebellar Hypoplasia (CH), also known as Wobbly Cat Syndrome, is a neurological condition where the cerebellum fails to develop and grow normally. The cerebellum is the part of the brain responsible for movement, balance, and coordination. Causes of Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Cats Cerebellar Hypoplasia is most commonly the result of
Important Steps for Solving Your Cat’s Behavior Problem
Cats are smart. They’re also exceptional at communication. Where cat parents often fail in avoiding or correcting behavior problems is that they misinterpret or discount what is being communicated. Many cat parents label unwanted behaviors as misbehaviors that must be stopped or punished. Behaviors are repeated because they work. The result of the behavior might