Cats have been known to make all sorts of vocalizations, from purring and trilling to yowling and growling. But meowing is by far the most common sound that cats make. Scientists believe that meowing is a form of communication that cats use with humans and other animals. This means that when a cat meows, it…
Cats are creatures of habit and often don’t like change. They are famous for sticking to schedules day in and day out. Additionally, felines are extremely clean. They are particular about the hygiene of their water bowls and litter boxes. So, if your cat stops peeing in the litterbox and starts peeing in the water…
Cats are notorious for jumping up on kitchen counters and tables for several reasons. For the most part, cats view these high surfaces as their rightful place—a vantage point from which to survey their domain. Also, cats love jumping onto surfaces as a way of killing boredom. Some people think it’s cute and don’t mind…
Cats that haven’t been fixed usually spray to mark their territory and to attract a mate. Male cats usually start spraying around 5-6 months of age, although some may begin as early as 4 months. Male cats spray much more frequently than female cats do, which makes them somewhat notorious for being difficult pets to…
Every cat parent knows the importance of grooming. But one thing that may not be so obvious is whether it’s okay to trim the whiskers. On one hand, the whiskers look like hair so it appears as if it might be a painless undertaking but on the other hand, the whiskers are used for navigation…
Ever come across a cat whose front limbs are shorter than his hind limbs (almost like a kangaroo)? Well, that’s what a squitten cat looks like. There are all manner of stories about how these breeds came to be including the possibility of a cat mating with a squirrel to form the squitten (hence the…
If there’s such a thing as a cuteness scale, cats would appear on the very top. Everything a kitty does is drop-dead gorgeous. Whether she meows, stares at you lovingly, yawns, or walks gracefully before you, you can’t help but fall in love with her afresh. Different people have different preferences for feline beauty but…
If you have a cat, there’s a good chance you may have to deal with a BB gun wound at some point. A BB gunshot wound on a cat usually looks like a small, round puncture wound. Depending on the location of the wound and the severity, there may also be bruising, swelling, or bleeding….
Watching your cat stalk, chase, and pounce on a red laser dot is incredibly entertaining. As natural hunters, cats do what it takes to catch the ‘prey’ moving right before their eyes. The frantic movements of the laser toy trigger the feline prey drive and get them in action. To your kitty, the laser toy…
With their long and fluffy coats, long-haired cats are pleasant to look at and soft to touch. Humans have a thing for anything plush including the coat of a long-haired kitty. The feeling you get from running your fingers on such a pet is out of this world. It is calming, joy-filled, and uplifting. Plus,…