Why a new study doesn’t prove anything about cats and clicker training…or, how NOT to do science I am a big fan of new behavioral studies that can help cats, and I’m also a big fan of…
Can music make cats less stressed out? I love music – always have. I listen a lot – while I’m working, while I’m cooking, while I’m driving,…
What cats and humans do when cats scratch the couch: A new study Some behaviors that cat owners find problematic are in many cases just normal cat behaviors. Scratching is one of those…
Training cats to love their carriers: Science shows it helps! For many cat owners, there’s nothing more stressful than getting their cat to the vet. And it’s not necessarily the…
Stress and your cat’s health – a new study explores the connection I think most of us are aware that chronic stress can take its toll on our health; it can reduce…
Do food puzzles increase feline frolicking? I’m a big fan of food puzzles as an enrichment choice for cats. As natural predators, cats have evolved to…
Give them space, keep them in place: Keeping cats healthy in shelters Upper respiratory infection (URI) is a real problem for cats in shelters – not only are cats with URI frequently quarantined,…
Does your cat miss you when you’re gone? Science starts taking a look. Everyone still wants to know, does my cat love me? And now, thanks to technology and an increased understanding of…
What do cats do when they pee and poo? A recent study helps us better understand cat elimination behavior Going to the bathroom, it seems so simple – everybody…
Quick Tips for Keeping Fireworks-Day Feline Friendly My dear friend Julie Hecht recently posted excellent advice on how to help dogs that might get stressed out about…