My Cat’s Spay Incision Slightly Opened: Should I Worry? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ
Spaying is a common practice for many pets. While complications are rare, it’s still important for cat owners to know how to respond to them in case something goes wrong. One of the most common complications is a slight opening of the incision. While minor openings usually aren’t causes for alarm, you should still contact […]
Are Calico Cats Autistic? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ
Autistic people can have a wide range of experiences, but many find social situations challenging to navigate and prefer consistency and routines. Some autistic people demonstrate incredible talent in music, science, and math, and some require high support. However, cats and humans have brains that are structured and operate in different ways; cats perceive, understand, […]
Why Does An Adult Cat Go Limp When You Grab Their Scruff? Vet-Verified Reasons & FAQ
When mother cats want to move their kittens, they gently bite the skin on their necks to lift them. The kittens almost always react the same way: They go completely limp. There’s even a scientific name for this inert, lifeless state: the flexor reflex. However, this nerve-triggered response disappears after the first few weeks of […]
My Cat Ate a Ribbon: Is It Dangerous? Our Vet Explains
Cats like to play with many things, including laces, threads, hair bands, rubber bands, tinsel, or ribbons. Although cats playing with these items are extremely fun to watch, it is recommended to always supervise them because ribbons and similar items can be dangerous if ingested. If your cat has swallowed a ribbon, contact your veterinary […]
Why Does My Cat Hate Other Cats? 6 Vet-Verified Possible Reasons
Cats thrive in various environments and as long as some requirements are met, they can live happily with others in stray cat colonies, with one or more companions at home, or on their own. However, domestic cats are, by nature, solitary creatures who hunt on their own and are territorial. They are programmed to avoid […]
Are Cats Playful? Vet-Reviewed Feline Character Explained
Absolutely, most cats love to play! However, cats vary a lot in temperament depending on their breed, gender, and other factors. Some breeds are particularly known for being playful, like the Bombay, while others are known for not being playful. The vast majority of cats are very playful and active as kittens. However, as they […]
Single Kitten Syndrome: What Is It? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Myths
Single kitten syndrome refers to behaviors sometimes displayed by kittens adopted alone into a single-cat household or who, for whatever reason, go through kittenhood without littermates or other feline companions. Though not officially recognized, it’s clear to many rescue organizations that single kitten syndrome is a very real thing and that it sometimes affects successful […]
Happy Cat Month 2026: When & What It Is
For some people, every month is happy cat month, but did you know there actually is a special month called Happy Cat Month that is entirely dedicated to feline wellbeing? Happy Cat Month is a time to focus on your cat, find and meet their needs, and raise awareness about the overall state of feline […]
Pet Remembrance Day 2026: How & When to Celebrate
Worldwide, there are over a billion pets, and while this is a whole lot of love and companionship, it also leads to a lot of heartbreak when our fur babies pass. But just because they’re no longer with us doesn’t mean we can’t take time to remember all the positivity they brought into our lives. […]
International Homeless Animals Day 2026: When & What It Is
While the world’s problems change daily, one thing that remains constant is the need to address the plight of homeless animals. International Homeless Animals Day, observed annually on the third Saturday in August, which is August 15th in 2026, serves as a reminder of our responsibility in addressing this global problem. If you have just […]
