Cats
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Anchovy Treats for Cats: Why Human-Grade Dried Anchovies Are Off-Limits, and How to Pick the Right Ones
Why the anchovies sold for human snacking are risky for cats, and 3 things to check when choosing pet-safe anchovy treats.
3 No-Go Spots Cats Hate Being Touched, and the Magic Spots for Purring
The 3 taboo spots most cats hate being touched, and the go-to spots that trigger purring instead.
4 Reasons Cats Sleep by Your Head vs. What Sleeping at Your Feet Means
4 reasons cats sleep near your head on the bed, and how that differs in meaning from sleeping at your feet.
The Litter Box Formula for Multi-Cat Homes (and Why Location Matters)
The standard formula for how many litter boxes multi-cat households need, and 2 key reasons to spread them across different locations.
Kneading and Suckling in Kittens: 3 Reasons They Do It to You So Often
What kneading and suckling behavior means in kittens, and 3 reasons they do it to you so often.
When to Feed a Cat After Vomiting: How Long Should You Wait?
The right timing for resuming feeding after a cat vomits, and 2 guidelines for deciding how long to withhold food.
How Many Cat Treats a Day Is Too Many? 3 Kidney Concerns to Know
The recommended daily limit for lickable cat treats, and 3 kidney-related issues that can arise from overfeeding them.
5 Cat Tail Positions and What They Mean
5 common tail positions and movements that reveal a cat's mood.
Raw vs. Cooked Salmon for Cats, and 3 Benefits of Salmon Oil
The difference between raw and cooked salmon for cats, and 3 benefits of feeding salmon or salmon oil.
The Two Sides of Cat Purring: How to Tell Happy from Hurt (3 Signs)
3 signs to help distinguish whether your cat's purring means they're content or in pain.
Cat Peeing on Mats or the Bed? 4 Signs It Could Be a Urinary Issue
Why cats urinate outside the litter box on mats or the bed, and 4 signs that suggest a urinary condition rather than just stress.
Lactose-Free Yogurt as a Probiotic Substitute for Cats: 1 Teaspoon a Day
How much lactose-free yogurt is safe to feed a cat daily as a probiotic substitute.
Pet Lactose-Free Milk vs. Regular Milk: 3 Key Differences
3 key differences between lactose-free milk made for pets and the regular milk people drink.
Introducing a New Cat: A 7-Day Schedule from Separate Rooms to Scent Swapping
A 7-day cat introduction schedule from setting up a separate room to scent swapping and gradual meeting.
Cat Hides When Visitors Come Over? 3 Reasons You Shouldn't Force Them Out
Why cats hide when a stranger visits, and 3 reasons why forcing them out of hiding can backfire.
How Often Should Cats Throw Up Hairballs? What to Do If It's More Than Once a Day
The normal range for hairball vomiting in cats, and what to investigate if it happens more than once a day.
Cat Gulping Food Without Chewing? 3 Bowl Fixes to Prevent Indigestion
3 bowl height and dish-type solutions to prevent indigestion in cats who gulp their food without chewing.
What Eye Discharge Color Tells You About Your Cat's Eye Health (Plus 3 Tips for Yellow Discharge)
What clear vs. yellow vs. green eye discharge means for cat eye health, and 3 tips for handling yellow discharge.
Cracked Ear Tips and Flaking in Cats: 3 Ways to Tell Ringworm from Dry Skin
3 ways to distinguish whether cracking and flaking at a cat's ear tip is simple dryness or ringworm.
Dried Pollack Treats for Cats: 3 Steps to Remove Salt and Bones First
The 3 steps you must follow to remove salt and small bones before feeding dried pollack treats to a cat.
How to Boil Chicken Breast for Cats: A 3-Step, No-Salt Recipe
A 3-step method for boiling chicken breast for cats without salt, so it stays soft and safe.
Why Some Cats Don't Respond to Catnip or Matatabi (and How Often Is Safe)
Why some cats show no reaction to catnip or matatabi, and the safe recommended frequency of about twice a week.
Cat Window Screen Safety: 3 Things to Check Before Installing a Window Hammock
How to check window screen safety before installing a cat window hammock, and 3 key safety standards to watch for.
Do Only-Cats Get Lonely? 3 Signs to Watch for After You Get Home
Signs of loneliness in only-cats, and practical ways to help ease their stress after you get home from work.
When Can You First Bathe a Kitten? 5 Steps for Water-Shy Cats
The right age for a kitten's first bath, plus a 5-step approach for easing a water-shy cat into it.
5 Practical Ways to Get Your Cat to Drink More Water: Tap Water vs. a Fountain
Why cats don't drink much water, and practical ways to boost their intake — from bowl placement to fountains to wet food.
5 Steps to Start Brushing Your Cat's Teeth
A 5-step training method to reduce resistance when starting toothbrushing with a cat, plus key precautions.
3 Best Spots for a Cat Scratcher (and How to Stop the Sofa-Scratching Habit)
3 effective scratcher placement spots to prevent furniture scratching, plus how to correct the habit once it's already started.
Stop the Nighttime Zoomies: A 3-Part Evening Hunt-Play Schedule for Cats
Why cats get the zoomies at night, and a 3-part evening hunt-play schedule to help settle the behavior.
Clumping vs. Tofu vs. Cassava Cat Litter: Pros and Cons Compared
A comparison of clumping (bentonite), tofu, and cassava cat litter, and how to pick the right one for your cat.
How Many Times a Day Should a Cat Pee? 4 Health Signs to Watch
The normal daily urination range for cats, and 4 signs of health issues you can catch from changes in frequency, amount, and color.
4 Reasons Cats Hiss (and What Owners Should Never Do in Response)
4 common reasons cats hiss, and the behaviors owners should absolutely avoid when it happens.
Dehydration and Heatstroke in Cats: The Easy-to-Miss Summer Warning Signs
Cats are good at hiding discomfort from heat. Here are the signs of dehydration and heatstroke in cats, plus how to prevent them.
Food Poisoning in Cats: Signs of Spoiled Food and How to Prevent It
Cat food spoils quickly in hot summer weather too. Here are the signs of food poisoning and tips for feeding and storage in summer.
The Truth About Cat Food Grades: 3 Ways to Actually Choose a Good Food
The truth behind cat food grade labels like 'holistic' or 'premium,' and 3 practical ways to choose food based on ingredients and nutrition ratios.
Why Not Just Any Mosquito or Bug Repellent Is Safe for Cats
Human or dog-formulated repellents can be fatal to cats. Here's what to watch for when preventing bug bites on cats in summer.
Why Is My Cat Suddenly Grooming So Much?
Common causes of excessive grooming in cats, and what to watch for.