Is there such a thing as fear free vet visits for cats? Vet visits can be stressful for cats, even before you leave home. The carrier appears, your
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My Cat Likes Running Water
Why Does My Cat Do That?Why does my cat like running water, but he ignores his water bowl? Cats are naturally drawn to running water, but it's not fun when they take over
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Why Cats Need Routines: The PEGS Approach
Cat TrainingWhy do cats need routines? Learn how the PEGS approach, Play, Eat, Groom, Sleep, follows a cat’s natural rhythm and can help them feel secure, settle
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Introducing Cats: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Introduce CatsIntroducing cats successfully is not about putting them together and hoping they work things out. Cats need time to become familiar with one another’s
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Separating Fighting Cats: Never Use Your Hands
BitingWhen separating fighting cats, often our first reaction is to reach down and pick one of them up. We love our cats, so we want to jump in and separate
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Cats Trapped in Cars: Check Before You Start the Engine
Cat Health and SafetyFour cats trapped in cars recently survived harrowing journeys inside or underneath moving vehicles. Their remarkable rescues had happy endings, but
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Why Your Cat Behavior Plan Isn’t Working
Cat TrainingIt can be disheartening when your cat behavior plan doesn’t seem to be working. But don’t give up just yet. Real progress can be easy to miss when it
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Understanding Cat Sounds: What Do They Mean?
Cat CommunicationUnderstanding cat sounds is key to telling how your cat is feeling about a situation. Cats have an entire language of sounds and body postures they
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Are Your Cats Playing or Fighting
Playtime for CatsAre your cats playing or fighting? Chasing, wrestling, biting, and even an occasional hiss can make normal cat play look alarmingly rough. Learning to
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Successful Cat Introductions
How to Introduce CatsSuccessful cat introductions do not always end with two cats curled up together. Some cats become best friends, while others simply learn to share
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Is Your House Too Loud for Your Cat?
Environment EnrichmentIs your house too loud for your cat? Cats hear frequencies we cannot detect, but that doesn’t mean every television, appliance, or burst of music is
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Why Cats Spin in Circles Before Lying Down
HumorWhy cats spin in circles before lying down usually comes down to instinct, comfort, and one final safety check before settling in. This quirky bedtime
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