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…