Why Is My Cat So Small? When To See the Vet
Small cats are cute. Well, actually, so are larger cats, medium cats, and, well… all cats really! But if you’re a proud pet parent to a petite cat, you may be asking, "why is my...
Small cats are cute. Well, actually, so are larger cats, medium cats, and, well… all cats really! But if you’re a proud pet parent to a petite cat, you may be asking, "why is my...
While we may find our cats' behaviors often strange or even baffling, all cats have a unique body language that illustrates exactly what they are feeling or thinking. Taking the time to learn how to...
When I settle onto my sofa in the evening, and my cats jump up for a cuddle, they usually seem more intent on snoozing in my lap than on what I’m watching on Netflix. However,...
There is a widely believed stereotype that cats are aloof, merely tolerate their human companions, and interact strictly on their own feline terms. Many cat owners disagree strongly with this, and research has demonstrated that...
Cats come in a beautiful rainbow of colors and patterns. Some cat colors and patterns are very common and others are rare. If you’re wondering if brown cats are considered rare, the answer is, it...
Fed up with your cat scratching the furniture, or leaving holes in the carpet? Maybe they’re using your legs as a scratching post? We get it. Scratching can be a frustrating problem in cats. You...
Cats can make all sorts of different sounds, but screaming is one we thankfully don’t hear too often. This can make it even more scary when it does happen! Sometimes, cats scream due to pain...
Imprinting is common in mammals. It describes a critical period, often in young animals, where they form a strong and enduring bond with their parent or caregiver. They have implicit trust in this figure and...
Cats can chew on things for a variety of reasons and sometimes it can be considered normal behavior. If, however, your cat is chewing on things they shouldn’t, this could be dangerous for not only...
You might not ever expect to see your cat chewing on plastic bags, but as a veterinarian, I can report that it is not uncommon for owners to tell me that their cats eat plastic....