Cat Pawprints Have Been Found in 600 Year Old Book: Here’s the Photo
When medievalist Emir O. Filipovic was studying ancient texts at the state archives in Dubrovnik, Croatia, he found something amazing: Cat pawprints gracing the pages of a 15th-century manuscript. Let’s put this in some historical perspective: About that time, Johannes Gutenberg of Mainz, Germany, invented the first printing press. Fifty years later, printing presses were […]
Can Kittens Mate? What Age to Start Watching for It (Vet-Approved)
Perhaps you’ve just brought home your first kitten and are wondering when to get them fixed. This is particularly important if you have other intact cats in your home or if you plan on allowing your kitten to go outside. Both male and female kittens are able to mate, and females can become pregnant as […]
How to Trap a Feral Cat: 9 Vet-Verified Steps for TNR Programs
If you spend any amount of time in the cat community you will likely come across people who are in favor of TNR (trap, neuter, and return/release). This is a practice in which feral cats are humanely captured, neutered, and then returned to the environment. This is done in order to help reduce the feral […]
Bird Watching for Cats: Environmental Enrichment for Indoor Cats (Vet-Reviewed)
Felines are predators, and although your indoor kitty might not be doing much hunting these days, predators like to locate and catch prey, as it keeps them mentally and physically stimulated. Science has learned that these animals need these types of stimulation to thrive, especially if they live indoors. While interactive toys offer some entertainment, […]
5 Reasons to Get Pre-Anesthetic Bloodwork for Your Cat (Vet Answer)
You’ve probably run across this scenario before: your faithful feline friend needs surgery. A veterinary technician recommends pre-anesthetic bloodwork the day you take them in for the procedure. Wow, that’s another addition to your already cringeworthy bill. You were probably thinking, why would your young, healthy cat need bloodwork? They’re not showing any signs of […]
Can Cats Get Seasonal Depression in Winter? Vet Approved Facts & Care Tips
You’re not alone if you feel a little down during the winter months. Seasonal depression impacts many people, but can our cats also suffer from this condition? While we don’t know for sure whether cats get true seasonal depression, they can exhibit behavior and mood changes during the winter. In this article, we’ll discuss how […]
12 Most Adorable Cat Body Parts (With Pictures)
Cats are adorable. We already know this. But what makes them so irresistibly cute is all of the parts that make up the cat. If you’re a cat parent, you likely already have your favorite cat body parts you enjoy staring at and sometimes touching (if your cat is receptive, of course). But perhaps there’s […]
7 FIV in Cats Vet-Approved Facts You Might Not Know About
Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is a common and serious infection in cats worldwide. This lentivirus, which weakens the cat’s immune system, is similar to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) responsible for AIDS in humans 1. Although cats with FIV may seem fine for a while, the virus eventually attacks their immune system, making them more […]
Why Is My Cat Licking All Her Fur Off? Vet Approved Reasons & Tips
Cats are perfectionists in grooming, dedicating plenty of time each day to removing loose hair, dirt, and other debris from their coats. Catching your cat grooming several times per day isn’t abnormal, but if your cat is licking to the point of ripping their fur out, you are right to be alarmed. Cats who lick […]
How Long Can a Cat Live With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy? (Vet Answer)
One of the most common (and hardest to answer) questions that a vet gets asked when their cat receives a disease diagnosis is, “How long will they live?” The trouble is that survival rates for many feline health issues, including hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), are highly variable. Some cats with HCM won’t ever develop signs and […]
