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…
Sniffing kitten butts for science?
A new study explores whether and how mom cats might recognize their offspring. You’ve probably seen dozens of “mom cat…
Declawing: A new study shows we can’t look the other way
If there’s a veterinary “procedure” that tends to gets people all wiggly, it might be the declawing of domestic cats.…