Why Did My Cat Pee on Me? 8 Common Reasons
Have you ever been peed on by your cat? Perhaps they were on your lap and you discovered a suspicious wet patch on your clothes afterward, or maybe they jumped onto your lap and did...
11 Signs Your Cat Is Nearing the End of Their Life
One of the hardest things to face is the possibility of a much-loved cat dying. As pet parents, we have a responsibility to monitor the health and well-being of our cats and to take action...
First Aid for Limping Cats (A Complete Guide)
Like us, cats limp when it is too sore for them to use their leg normally. So, even if they seem completely normal in themselves, if your cat is limping then they are in pain...
Neurological Disorders in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, Prognosis, & Treatment
From problems with balance and difficulty walking, to tremors and seizures, problems with a cat's nervous system can be scary. In this article, you’ll learn what parts of a cat’s body can be affected by...
7 Signs of Head Trauma in Cats and How To Help
Head trauma in cats can be a very life-threatening medical condition, requiring early recognition of signs and treatment for the best outcome. In this article, you’ll learn the top 7 signs seen with head trauma...
Do Cats Like to Pleasure Themselves?
Typically, we associate masturbation and humping with canine behavior. But in fact, what many cat owners don’t know is that cats like to do it, too. You might catch your cat humping, or rubbing himself...
How to Tell the Sex of a Kitten in 5 Simple Steps
If you’ve acquired a new kitten, or have a female cat that recently produced a litter, one part of kitten care is knowing how to correctly determine their sex. Wondering if you have girl or...
My Cat’s Belly Feels Firm: When To Worry?
A cat’s belly (abdomen) contains many vital organs, including their stomach and intestines, liver, kidneys, and bladder. A swollen abdomen can merely be a sign of weight gain and a message to cut down on...
Why Do Cats Pee on Things? 5 Possible Reasons
According to the ASPCA, inappropriate urination is the most common behavioral problem reported by pet owners, and around 10% of cats will pee outside the litter box at some stage in their life. Any changes...
Dystocia in Cats: Clinical Signs & Treatment
The aim of this article is to provide clear, easy-to-understand information about what happens when a cat suffers from dystocia (difficulty giving birth to kittens). Dystocia in cats is common and can be life-threatening if...
Pneumothorax in Cats (Cat Collapsed Lung)
Pneumothorax is also known as a collapsed lung. Pneumothorax in cats develops when air leaks into the space inside the chest around the lung. This space (known as the "pleural cavity") is normally a “non-space,”...
How To Make a New Cat Feel at Home in 8 Simple Steps
Bringing home a new cat is exciting, whether you’re becoming a pet parent for the first time or you already have a cat or two (or three). But even if you're looking forward to welcoming...