Some people think that because cats hiss and have snake eyes, they are somehow related to snakes. Well, is there any truth to that? The similar features between cats and snakes, like the hissing and eye shape, can be chalked up to convergent evolution, where unrelated species evolve similar traits due to having to adapt … Read more
I’ve got a cat that’s obsessed with celery. My friend’s cat also likes it. So I wondered what makes celery so special that so many cats would act crazy about it. Cats may be attracted to celery due to its compounds that mimic the pheromones or odors that cats find appealing, or simply because of … Read more
When mother cats reach a certain age, they grow intolerant of their babies. It’s an instinct that drives the kittens to explore on their own. Sometimes the mother cat becomes agitated because she no longer knows the kitten’s scent. There may be some stress issues that need to be addressed as well Why Would Mother … Read more
Dumping a bucket of water on a trapped cat would be pretty cruel. But what about spraying them with water – is that considered animal abuse? While some people employ spray bottles against cats, the only thing blasting water at a cat does is teach your pet that you can’t be trusted. Similarly, water-spraying stray … Read more
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
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
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