Ask A Behaviorist
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Is Your Cat Peeing on the Bed or Couch? Here’s Why
Ever think, "Why is my cat peeing on the bed?" (Or couch or somewhere similar?) Here's how to identify the reasons behind a cat peeing on the bed.
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Cat Spraying — Why Does It Happen and What Can You Do?
All cats — male and female, fixed or not — can spray. Check out these reasons for cats spraying, what to do when it happens and how to stop it.
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How to Stop Cats From Scratching Furniture
Wondering how to stop cats from scratching furniture? A pro cat behaviorist weighs in — plus, understand why your cat scratches.
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9 Interesting Facts About Cat Paws
Cat paws help our feline friends hunt and groom — but did you also know that cat paws are also super-sensitive shock absorbers that aid in cat sweating?
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Why Do Cats Purr? Cat Purrs Don’t Always Mean Your Kitty is Happy
Why do cats purr? Let's look at how cats purr and find out why cat purring doesn't always mean a cat is content — it could signal something serious.
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How to Train a Cat Using Clicker Training
Contrary to popular belief, clicker training cats can train your cat and stop unwanted behaviors. Here’s how to train your cat using clicker training.
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5 Tips for Making the Cat Carrier a Happy Place for Kitty
Think your kitty can’t love his cat carrier? We’ve turned to an expert for five easy on how to train your cat to like going in his crate.
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How to Ease Your Cat’s Stress Before and During Vet Visits
These tips reduce stress related to vet visits that may stem from cat carriers, car rides, waiting rooms and invasive exams.
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How to Introduce a Cat to a Baby and Prepare Your Cat for the Change
Cats usually don't do well with big changes; here are behavior tips and some how-to's when you introduce a cat to a baby.
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Is There Such a Thing as Inappropriate Cat Behavior?
To humans, some cat behaviors might be unappreciated, but they might be the only indicators of issues that need to be addressed.