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Scruffing has been a common practice in cat handling for a long time. It’s the method of cat restraint most veterinary professionals were originally taught. Scruffing is where the cat is grasped by the loose skin on the back of the neck. Even though this restraining technique has been widely used for so long, it’s ...

Training to come when called is something most people associate with dogs and not cats. Training cats to respond to a verbal recall cue is very valuable, especially for those who allow their cats access to the outdoors. Many people are under the assumption that cats aren’t easily trainable, but just shake a bag of ...

You often hear people say one of the things they don’t like about cats is that they’re not as affectionate as dogs. People love how obvious and direct most dogs are when it comes to displaying their love and eagerness toward you. That wagging tail, vigorous licking, and the exuberant desire to follow you from ...

When you adopt a cat, you have hopes of establishing a good relationship and loving bond. Whether you’re bringing home a happy, healthy kitten, or rescuing a cat where you have to work on undoing past emotional damage, your mission is to create a loving and nurturing environment so the relationship can grow strong. Here ...

  Living with a cat for even the shortest amount of time quickly reveals they have meticulous grooming habits. That frequent grooming is not rooted in vanity; it’s crucial for health and survival. This fastidious grooming can also lead to a common issue known as hairballs, technically referred to as trichobezoars. What is a Hairball? ...

As you know, it’s crucial to stay on top of monitoring your cat’s health. As a responsible cat parent, you pay attention to your cat’s happiness, nutritional needs, litter box habits, behavior changes, and veterinary care. One issue in cat healthcare that some cat parents may miss is dehydration. This can become a very serious ...

The thought of caring for a blind cat may initially seem overwhelming, but with a few environmental modifications, a little patience, and TLC, your cat can confidently navigate their environment. Cats can be born blind, or the blindness may be the result of illness, injury, or it could be age-related. Understanding What’s Needed When vision ...

  When training, the methods used need to be effective, but they also need to be positive, kind and humane. Proper training techniques result in a beneficial outcome for both the cat and the cat parent by improving communication and strengthening the bond. Conversely, aversive training methods can lead to fear, confusion, and a breakdown ...

When it comes to correcting unwanted behaviors in your cat, punishment is not an effective nor humane approach. Here are 10 reasons to use positive reward-based methods rather than punishment, to have a better relationship with your feline companion. 1. Punishment Doesn’t Teach Your Cat Anything Positive Initially, punishment may seem to be the way ...

Cats may bite people for various reasons. Addressing the problem effectively, or better yet, preventing it from happening in the first place, starts with identifying the underlying cause. Cats don’t bite just for the sake of biting. There’s always a reason. Some common reasons for biting may include: Exploration Fear Pain Overstimulation Play aggression Rough ...