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Why Do Cats Jump High When Scared? (the simple truth)

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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

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Will My Cat Remember Me After Several Months?

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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

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Why Does My Cat Have Black Spots on Paws?

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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

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Why Do Cats Steal Other Cats’ Kittens? (mystery revealed)

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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

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Can Cats Be Born With Rabies?

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Rabies is a virus that infects the brain and nerves. It’s a severe disease, and it’s natural to worry whether your pets will get it, especially kittens. Can they be born with it, though? Kittens would almost certainly not be born with rabies because the placenta does an excellent job of keeping maternal and fetal … Read more

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Why Do Cats and Dogs Like Babies? (behavior & safety rules)

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We often see how curiously dogs act around babies by protecting or licking them. Some of these things are fine, but others can be dangerous. Why are they so drawn to newborns? Cats are typically drawn to babies at first because it is something new to explore, a new scent to check out. On the … Read more

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Is My Cat Mad at Me for Getting a Kitten? (will she accept)

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Most cats do not get mad or hold grudges against people. What’s going on is that the cat is usually on high alert because a strange cat has moved into his domain. He’s not responding to your affectionate gestures because your cat may be too preoccupied with the new kitten. You should take a step … Read more

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Is Your Cat Mad at You for Getting a Dog? (how to help)

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Cats are very territorial and don’t like changes. The cat will act annoyed if you get a new dog, cat, or plant. But will they get mad at you for it? Cat probably won’t get mad or dislike you, but they won’t be pleased with the newcomer, whether dog or cat. To ensure this doesn’t … Read more

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Can You Train a Cat to Attack and Protect You?

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Cats may attack and defend only when they believe it is required to protect themselves or their territory. What about training a cat to protect you and attack others? While cats instinctively protect their territory and loved ones, it’s not in their nature to attack on command. They react more to perceived threats than direct … Read more