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Many things can cause a cat to become fearful, such as: Lack of socialization as a kitten Being the target of aggression by other animals Pain and illness Being the target of abuse Stressful living conditions (too many cats, dirty conditions, tense family environment, etc.) A move to an unfamiliar environment (new home, being relinquished ...

  Urinary problems in cats — it’s something many cat parents had experienced. Whether it involves UTIs, urethral obstructions, environmental issues, stress, etc., if you live with cats long enough, you may have had to deal with it in some form or another. For some cats, a urinary problem is a one-time thing, but for ...

  There’s a behavior many cats exhibit that the human family members find endearing and fascinating. If your cat’s nails haven’t been trimmed lately though, the behavior can also be a bit on the painful side. The behavior I’m referring to is called kneading. The behavior looks like this: the cat stands or sits on ...

When a cat eliminates outside of the litter box it’s probably the most frustrating behavior a cat parent ever has to cope with. All of a sudden, the cat who never caused any problems has suddenly started viewing the dining room carpet or living room sofa as makeshift litter boxes. Plastic coverings start making their ...

Cats love to play and they’re usually ready for a game at any time. While a pre-bedtime playtime session is a great way to encourage your cat to sleep through the night, the one place you shouldn’t conduct that game is on your bed. Consistency is important in training and if you send the message ...

Fingers Aren’t Toys When Playing With Your Cat The first rule is to never use your fingers as toys. Even if your cat doesn’t bite hard it sends a mixed message that chomping down on flesh is acceptable. Use only fishing pole-type toys so that there’ll be a safe distance between your fingers and your ...

  Before getting into the discussion of litter dislike, it’s crucial to note that any problem your cat may be experiencing with the litter box could be an indication of an underlying medical problem. Any change in litter box habits by your cat should have you going to the phone to make an immediate appointment ...

  Do you think your cat is eating more than they should? A Visit to the Veterinarian is Needed A trip to the veterinarian is the first step toward determining if your cat has packed on too many pounds. In addition to weighing your cat, the veterinarian will do a physical once-over and run some ...

  Playtime with your cat may seem like a no-brainer but there are actually a few mistakes you can make that can be counter-productive to your cat’s enjoyment of the game. Some mistakes in your playtime technique can even contribute to behavior problems. That may be surprising to learn but when you think about the ...

If you’ve been feeling as if your older kitty is getting senile, there may be more to it than you realize. Age-related Feline Cognitive Dysfunction, also referred to as Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome, is the feline version of human Alzheimer’s disease. More than just the typical behavioral changes associated with age, cats with CDS can display symptoms ...