Why Is My Cat Pulling Their Hair Out? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons
Cats can spend up to 50% of their day grooming themselves. They do it primarily to keep themselves clean, but grooming also helps regulate their body temperature and spreads oils through their coat, to name a few reasons. Cats also tend to groom each other for bonding purposes. However, grooming can become excessive and/or troublesome […]
Do Cat Paw Pads Change Color? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ
Lovingly referred to as toe beans by many people, a cat’s paw pads tend to be one of the most endearing features of a feline. They are soft, supple, and super cute when a cat stretches them out after a cozy nap. Paw pads come in different colors. Some are pink, others are black, and […]
Cat Bunting: What Is It? Vet Approved Feline Behavior Guide
Cats are curious creatures that have many behaviors that we must study to understand, as they are not natural human ones. One such behavior is something called cat bunting. In short, cat bunting is when a cat places or butts their head on a human, object, or other animal. They often finish the behavior by […]
My Cat Has a Limp Tail, What’s Wrong? 5 Vet-Reviewed Possible Issues
Cats are expressive creatures, especially through their body language. Felines give many clues about their feelings and communicate widely using various parts and positions of their bodies. Their tails, for example, are used to display their mood. An upright tail is often one of a happy and confident cat. They also use their tails to […]
Why Is My Cat Gagging? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons
If you’ve recently seen your cat gagging, you may wonder what causes it and whether you should be concerned. Gagging is a confusing term, as it can mean different things to different people. Short of boring you with medical definitions, the various things that people might be referring to when talking of gagging can encompass […]
Catster’s Guide to Winter Holiday Hazards (With Safety Tips)
We’ve all heard the apocryphal statement that “if you build it, they will come”. Great movie, although there could be more cats… But as we head through the winter holiday season (think New Years, Valentine’s Day, cold weather and snow days, and hey, even President’s Day and the Super Bowl probably fit some definition of […]
My Cat Ate Dental Floss: Is It Dangerous? Our Vet Explains What to Do
There is no denying that cats are curious creatures. We find them getting themselves into all sorts of mischief, from playing with snakes to rummaging through garbage cans. Trash can often be viewed as an enticing toy or a tasty snack to a cat. So, what happens if your cat has managed to get into […]
Why Is My Cat Bleeding? A Full-Body Overview (Vet Answer)
Noticing bleeding from your cat is alarming, especially when you don’t know what’s causing it. As imagined, bleeding can occur for several different reasons, ranging from trauma to immune disorders to infectious diseases. Bleeding is not an illness but more of a sign of something else. If your cat is bleeding it is strongly recommended […]
Why Is My Cat Missing the Litter Box? 11 Vet Reviewed Reasons & Advice
If your feline is missing the litter box, it can quickly become very annoying. You’ll have to clean around the litter box as well as clean out the litter box. It may even seem like your cat is missing the litter box on purpose! There are tons of reasons your cat may be missing the […]
Why Is My Cat So Jumpy All of a Sudden? 8 Vet Reviewed Reasons
It can be alarming to see your cat act jumpy all of a sudden, especially out of nowhere. Cats cannot tell us exactly how they feel, which is why cat owners should pay close attention to their cat’s body language. We can get an idea of how our cat is feeling by observing their behavior, […]
