Behavioral Problems

On the surface, cats are confident animals that show no fear. Alas, this is mere bravado. Most cats are bundles of nerves and anxiety, living in a near-constant state of fear. For a scared cat, … Read more

Cat owners rarely enjoy a peaceful start to the morning. Most days begin with a cat staring at you, just inches from your face. In some cases, cats even appear to headbutt you. Contrary to … Read more

Cats scratch to mark territory and keep their claws sharp. Carpeted stairs are a great place for this instinctual activity. Unlike other parts of the home, stairs have not been claimed by human occupants. Train … Read more

There are times when you need to ignore your cat. This could be because it’s misbehaving, or you’re trying to discourage certain behaviors. However, not all cats will take kindly to this if they enjoy … Read more

Most people adopt cats expecting them to be low maintenance pets. While cats love their mealtimes, they are usually less prone to begging for food than other domesticated animals. There are exceptions to every rule, … Read more

Cats have a reputation as low-maintenance pets. This means that some owners are surprised at how needy and demanding felines can be at times. All cats have unique personalities. Some cats may be wholly independent … Read more

Cats pooing and urinating in your yard can introduce a range of health concerns connected to germs, bacteria, and parasites. Cats can also ruin your lawn, destroying property and uprooting plants. Whether it’s your own … Read more

A cat getting run over is a sadly common occurrence. It’s a distressing and traumatizing event that many cat owners have lived through. Either through discovering that their cat was hit by a car when … Read more

Owning a cat is usually a rewarding relationship. Cats are wonderful company and provide endless amusement for their owners. However, sometimes cats exhibit undesirable behaviors that seem illogical. Some cats show aggression toward owners or … Read more

When a cat finds a roll of toilet paper, destruction is sure to follow. Cats will have so much fun shredding, pawing and rolling about in the remnants. Cats unroll and play with toilet paper … Read more

Conventional wisdom dictates that a purring cat is a happy cat. It’s true that cats purr when contented. As cats enjoy being petted, the noise often accompanies stroking. Just be aware that this is not … Read more