Why Is My Cat Thin at the Back End?
Do you commonly wonder why you have a thin cat? Part of responsible pet ownership is making sure our cats are a healthy size and weight for their age and breed. After all, we all...
Why Do Cats Poop When They Are Scared?
You’ve probably heard of the ‘"flight or fight response," a common reaction to fear where both humans and animals tend to react in one of two ways to being startled: either running away or fighting...
Should My Cat Wear a Collar?
Pet collars are sometimes seen as being a "dog thing," but collars can be useful for domestic cats, too. There is a range of pros and cons for whether we should fit our pet cats...
The Ultimate Guide to Cat Pee
Do you keep an eye on your cat’s pee? A strange question, perhaps, but when it comes to our pets, even subtle clues left in their biological habits can give us hints about their health...
8 Steps to Bringing a Stray Cat Inside
Living an indoor-only lifestyle is generally considered safer for your cat as it keeps them away from dangers such as predators, traffic, or even other people. However, many cats do roam outside, either as feral...
Do Male Cats Have Nipples?
Just like all male mammals (including male humans), boy cats do have nipples. Strange, huh? Unlike in female cats, male nipples aren’t hugely useful. They don’t produce milk, nurse kittens, or generally perform any purpose....
The 5 Best Cat DNA Tests: We Tried Them All
Cat DNA tests promise to help you understand your cat’s genetic ancestry and health, but each one is a little bit different. Some DNA tests focus on breed, while others concentrate on health markers or...
Trazodone for Cats: Overview, Dosage & Side Effects
Trazodone is a sedative medication that is often used in cats to help reduce situational anxiety and stress. In this article, you’ll read about trazodone for cats: what it is, how it works, indications for...
Tortitude: Definition, Behavior & How To Deal With It
As a veterinarian, and proud owner of a lovely little tortoiseshell cat, I’ve probably heard every warning, joke, assumption, and fact about torties that exists. In fact, when my colleagues saw the fur color of...
Do Female Cats Get Along?
One of the big decisions cat owners have to make is which sex of cat to choose. If they decide they want more than one cat (which has many benefits), they then have to decide...
How Often Should You Brush Your Cat?
Cats often take care of their grooming themselves as they are very meticulous and hygienic animals. However, it is still good practice to brush your cat regularly especially if they have medium or long hair....
How to Calm Down a Hyper Cat: 10 Tips to Try
Most cat owners prefer their cats to be calm, relaxed companions, soothing us as they purr in our laps. We also want our cats to be active when appropriate, entertaining us at playtime as they...
