There is a common misconception amongst owners and professionals regarding dominance hierarchies in dogs and cats. Our understanding of dominance theory and the behavior of domestic cats has grown considerably in the past decade. Unfortunately,...
Cats are usually excellent at grooming themselves. They spend a large proportion of their day cleaning themselves and enjoy it. Sometimes, however, cats need a little help from their humans. This is especially true if...
The decision to welcome a new feline family member is very exciting. But what about welcoming more than one cat to your family? It can be overwhelmingly difficult to choose when you meet a litter...
Some female cats will have at least one litter of kittens in their lifetime. If you’re a soon-to-be pet parent of kittens, you might be wondering how many kittens you can expect, so that you...
Cats are very good at grooming themselves and don’t often need our assistance to keep clean. While it’s difficult for them to reach their ears, ear cleaning is not something that is commonly required. Read...
Do you brush your teeth? How about your cat's? Toothbrushing in pets is a powerful way to protect your cat's dental health. Cats can be fussy and the thought of trying to persuade your cat...
Have you ever inspected your cat’s toes and marveled over how cute they are? Perhaps you’ve noted that they have a different number of toes on their front paws compared to their back paws. If...
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...
Having a cat brings many joys but sometimes it also brings more worries. This is especially true when you have a wounded cat. A cat might get a scrape or abrasion simply from rubbing against...
There’s nothing worse than seeing our cats in pain or discomfort. Watching them appear to strain when they poop or pee can be especially alarming because it may be a sign of several underlying health...
