Is there such a thing as a “Purr-cebo Effect”?
The placebo effect is the phenomenon of reported or observed medical improvement in the absence of an active treatment. The…
Cats getting “eufloric”: A new study explores olfactory enrichment for felines
Catnip: almost everyone knows about this magical mint-relative that has a powerful effect on approximately 60% of cats. Rolling, rubbing,…
How do cats use those tongues?
Have you ever wondered why cats tongues are so raspy? I was lucky to spend a day in December at…
Hot off the presses: New study shows you need to SCOOP that box
Dr. Karen Overall once stated quite eloquently: “Behavior kills more cats annually than does viral disease.” One of the least…
New Year’s Resolution: Weigh your cat!
How do our cats tell us if they aren’t feeling well? Very subtly. Cats are notorious for hiding signs of…
What do cats do when they eat?
Do you know what your cat does when she eats? You’re probably giving me a little bit of a blank…
Chew on this! A new study looks at pica in cats
Pica, or the ingestion of non-food items, is found in species as varied as parrots, humans, and domestic cats. It’s…
This man WILL help your cat!
As promised, today’s blog post is an interview with Dr. Kris Chandroo. Kris is a practicing veterinarian, scientist, photographer, and…
When it comes to our pets’ lives, does it have to be quality vs quantity?
Few things are more rewarding than ushering our beloved pets into their senior years, helping them experience senescence with grace,…
And what if your dog DOESN’T like hugs?
Apparently there is nothing more offensive to the pet-loving masses than suggesting that pets might not love everything we do.…