The world of the domestic cat is a stunningly diverse one. From the tiny, elegant Singapura to the charmingly robust British Shorthair, from the slinky Sphinx to the long hair and Viking whiskers of the Norwegian forest cat, there is such a divergence in types and temperaments that you’d be forgiven for thinking that some …
All cats have their quirks and odd little habits. Some like to leap into any cardboard box you might happen to leave out. Others try to climb into plastic bags if you don’t stop them. Still, others sneak into the wardrobe if you forget to close the door; and some cats jump into the fridge …
Litter-box training your cat can be a chore. Cats tend to be picky about everything in their lives and litter is no exception. The box needs to be the right size, the litter needs to be the right sort, and the litter can’t be too deep or not deep enough. If this is your first …
Neutering refers specifically to de-sexing a male cat. The equivalent operation for a female cat is called spaying. Spaying or neutering your cat is something any good owner should do as a matter of course. Whether the cat is male or female there are health benefits to your pet, as well as fewer unwanted litters. …
Cats licking themselves (and occasionally each other) is normal. It’s a little less normal, but not uncommon, for cats to lick other things as well. They may lick the furniture, the woodwork, the floors — and the walls. One of my foster cats was obsessed with licking the flock wallpaper in the living room, while …
Contrary to the popular stereotype of the cold and aloof feline, cats are actually very social animals. In the wild, feral cats tend to form loose, matriarchal colonies, pooling their food resources and sharing the care of young kittens among all the mature females. It’s natural for cats to want company, whether human or feline. …
Many pregnant cat owners find that their pets absolutely love lying on their tummies. Some cats seem absolutely drawn to pregnant women, showering them with extra snuggles and affection. It’s not unusual for a cat to take a keen interest in a woman’s “baby bump” and want to lie on or near it as much …
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It’s easy to assume that your cat is capable of keeping warm indoors whatever the weather is like outside. After all, most cats have their own built-in insulation systems in the form of their coats. They also seem quite happy to abscond whenever you leave a door or window open, regardless of the weather outside. …
Stress in cats is not unusual, with separation anxiety being a common stressor. Some cats are cool and independent; others hate to be left alone and become very unhappy. Separation anxiety can potentially impact your cat’s health and may cause behavioural problems such as destructiveness. It’s hardly a surprise, therefore, that various products are on …
How often a cat should poop will depend to a large degree on the cat. There are a lot of factors influencing this, as with any other aspect of feline health. Your cat may use the litter box once a day or much more frequently; some cats need to go less often. Your pet’s overall …
