Does being orphaned increase stress in kittens?
Our new study says yes. For the past few years, I’ve been working at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, where I’m a postdoctoral researcher. One area of focus …
How do you feel about fat cats?
Owner attitudes are related to their own cat’s weight Recent surveys of veterinary professionals indicate that around 60% of cats who come to a veterinary practice are either overweight or …
Cats eating humans redux: a clowder will devour
It was almost a year ago that I reported on a study revealing scavenging patterns of feral cats outside of a forensic investigation station. These stations often research the changes …
Outnumbered
How do the number and size of potential prey affect choices made by cats? Math — we all do it on some level (even if we don’t like to!), including …
Problem-solving and “pawed-ness” in cats – is there a relationship?
Most humans are right-handed (although as someone who lives with a lefty – DEFINITELY not all!); have you ever wondered if your cat also has a paw preference? I’ve previously …
Whisker stress: Science asks if it is real
About three years ago, a NY Times article drew attention to a problem plaguing cats around the world – a condition called “whisker stress” or “whisker fatigue.” Whisker stress is …