A common misconception is that male cats will hump dogs because of dominance, but that is NOT the case. The cat humps the dog almost always because of boredom, stress, or anxiety. Other times, it’s a redirected play behavior. The most frequent explanation of this behavior is when something in the cat’s surroundings has recently … Read more
Cat litter box issues are nothing new, but getting a kitten (or any cat) to use a specific litter box can be impossible. However, there are a few things you can try. Here are the things I found that may work: Since kittens use the closest to them, move their litter box to a separate … Read more
Your cat may be stressed and potentially overstimulated by a shift in activity, changes, noises, and scents. When your cat is used only to you, less exposure to other people makes all those new things more frightening. The cat may require extensive socialization if you rarely have visitors or other pets while the cat is … Read more
If a stray cat attacks your kitten, you should take it to the vet, especially if it’s bleeding, lethargic, or limping. Cat claws and teeth contain bacteria, and scratches and bites from cats can get infected. Those wounds must be treated so that they do not get infected. If your kitten hasn’t received its rabies … Read more
You may feel that declawing a cat will solve scratching issues, and you want to try and do it yourself. If you’re on the fence about this, please do not do this. Here’s why: Declawing is one of the most invasive treatments that can be performed on a cat. Every finger’s initial knuckle is being … Read more
Cats are great hunters and explosive animals. We’ve seen them jump high when scared, we wondered why they jump so high when they get startled. They rely on ambush and escaping danger, which they adapted through evolution. Because of this, cats will often jump instead of running or standing their ground. A deep-rooted instinctive reaction, … Read more
Every cat is unique and may respond in various ways depending on your relationship, personality, and flexibility. Your cat will be alright for the most part and will remember when you return. It may take a few days for them to warm up to you, but snacks and chin scratches can help. Do Cats Remember … Read more
Most cats are born with pink pads on their paws. As they age, the pads change color, often to black, and you may see black spots. So, what exactly are these markings? Black spots on a cat’s paws are usually just skin pigmentation. Pink pads are common in light-colored cats, black pads in black cats, … Read more
We’ve all heard intriguing tales from the world of felines, and one of the most puzzling is cats seemingly ‘abducting’ the young ones of their kin. But before you jump to any conclusions, it’s essential to dig deeper and understand the multifaceted nature of these captivating creatures. Why Would a Cat Steal a Kitten From … Read more