Scratching is an instinctive part of cat behavior and something the vast majority of cats do from kittenhood. Cats need to scratch to mark their territory and stretch while keeping their nails sharp and preventing...
Bordetella in cats, also known as Bordetellosis, is a respiratory disease caused by a bacteria called Bordetella bronchiseptica. How Common Bordetella Is Bordetella bronchiseptica is a common bacteria in the feline population. The bacteria can...
Cats display habitual behaviors around their normal mealtimes when they start to feel hungry, and many cats can get pretty demanding to be served their meal! Typically, cats are grazers and like to eat small...
One of the more stressful aspects of being a cat owner is when we see our precious pets get hurt. However, it can sometimes be difficult to know when a wounded cat has an injury...
Did you know it is uncommon for cats to show apparent signs of pain, such as limping? You might wonder how to can know if something is wrong with your cat and how to help...
Some cats are loud and vocal, while other cats are quiet and timid. Every cat is different, and that’s perfectly ok. But what if your cat doesn't ever meow? Is that normal? Well, it depends....
Most pet owners are familiar with the adorable sight of their cat rolling about in catnip and the reaction they seem to have to it afterward. The usual behavior includes your cat looking spaced out...
As a cat owner, you want to do everything you can to help your cat feel happy and calm at home. You might have heard of a product called Feliway that claims to do just...
Cats are meticulously clean creatures and spend significant amounts of their time grooming themselves. Generally speaking, cats do a pretty job of keeping themselves well-groomed with their highly specialized tongues that remove loose hair, dirt,...
The eyes are complex, fascinating structures, as well as being beautiful and mysterious. Our ability to take in light and transform that into vision is extraordinary. Cats’ eyes are beautiful, but can you imagine what...
Catching a skittish cat can be a tricky endeavor. A towel can be an essential piece of equipment for cat owners in these cases. Minimizing stress to the cat and keeping handlers safe are both...
As a cat owner, I know firsthand how unnerving it can be to learn that your cat needs anesthesia. Fortunately, most veterinary practices perform cat anesthesia multiple times each and every day. Also, anesthetic complications...
