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Why Is My Cat Scratching the Mirror? Possible Causes & Vet-Reviewed Solutions

Why Is My Cat Scratching the Mirror? Possible Causes & Vet-Reviewed Solutions

There are several possible reasons a cat scratches a mirror. Figuring out the answer largely depends on the context of the behavior. Some cats may be trying to…

Why Do Cats Cover Their Face When They Sleep? 5 Likely Reasons (Vet-Verified)

Why Do Cats Cover Their Face When They Sleep? 5 Likely Reasons (Vet-Verified)

Cats are adorable when they sleep, which is good because they spend so much time snoozing throughout the day and night. You have undoubtedly noticed cats cover…

How to Train a Cat Not to Bite: 8 Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

How to Train a Cat Not to Bite: 8 Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

Is your cat constantly biting you? You are not alone. The behavior is typical for kittens and adult cats, but they do it for different reasons. Adult cat bites…

How to Get Cats to Get Along: 9 Tips & Tricks

How to Get Cats to Get Along: 9 Tips & Tricks

Getting a new cat seems like a great idea. You'll have a new pet to love and care for, and your current kitty will have a new friend to nap and play with. Howe…

How to Keep My Cat from Using the Dog Door: 10 Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

How to Keep My Cat from Using the Dog Door: 10 Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

Cats are curious creatures, and they can become attracted to using the dog door for various reasons, such as exploring new areas, following their canine siblin…

Why Do Cats Chatter at Birds? 5 Possible Reasons & FAQ

Why Do Cats Chatter at Birds? 5 Possible Reasons & FAQ

Cats are vocally gifted and can produce up to about 21 distinct vocalizations.1 Although cat owners are accustomed to their pets meowing, they may be baffled b…

What Is Cat Nuzzling? 4 Vet-Approved Behavior Explanations & Info

What Is Cat Nuzzling? 4 Vet-Approved Behavior Explanations & Info

For most cat parents, it warms their hearts for their cat to climb up in their lap and nuzzle their necks or anywhere else. Usually, a cat will knead your ches…

How Aggressive Are Tuxedo Cats? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

How Aggressive Are Tuxedo Cats? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Do you have a cat with an attitude? Or as many call it, cattitude? If you do, you’re not alone. While some cat owners have kitties in their lives that are swee…