Cat Behavior Issues (14)
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9 Common Health Conditions in Senior Cats
May 18, 2016As with people, certain diseases become more likely as cats age. Kidney and heart disease, cancer and diabetes are among the ones that are of greatest concern. Here are a few of the conditions your… Full Article ›
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Nonrecognition Aggression in Cats
April 2, 2014The cause of nonrecognition aggression is not entirely clear, but if a cat threatens his onetime friend after being separated from him for a time, he may be confused by the other cat’s… Full Article ›
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Aggression in Cats
March 6, 2014Cats become aggressive and lash out at or attack other pets –– and people –– for all kinds of reasons — fear, defense of territory, pain, overly enthusiastic play,… Full Article ›
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How Are We Doing With Cat Care?
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, June 19, 2013In a series of recent articles ("How to Make Your Home a Cat-Friendly Place," "'Why Claw Care Keeps Cats Happy," and "Can't We All Just Get Along? Recognizing and… Full Article ›
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Can't We All Just Get Along? Recognizing and Resolving Cat Conflict
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, April 11, 2013The average cat-owning household has at least two cats, some many more. And while most cats seem to get along fine, they can react quickly when they feel threatened. A more assertive cat might chase… Full Article ›
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How Do I Keep My Kitten From Breaking My Collectibles?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, January 7, 2013Q. We adopted a kitten a few months ago, and she is up on everything — from the china cabinet to the refrigerator. The problem is that I have my collectibles on shelves, and she has broken… Full Article ›
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Why Claw Care Keeps Cats Happy
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, December 12, 2012As I mentioned in some of my recent Vetstreet articles, the key to creating a happy home for your feline friend is to recognize and understand the essential “catness” of cats. We’ve… Full Article ›
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How Do I Get My Cat to Eat New Food?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, July 19, 2012Q. My cat turned out to be allergic to her food, and my veterinarian told me to switch her to a special diet. But no matter what I do, she won't eat it. I let her go hungry but still nothing.… Full Article ›
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How Do I Get a Cat Out of a Tree?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, May 16, 2012Q. Why do cats get stuck in trees? How can a cat lover get them out? A. Cats have claws that are designed to take them in one direction: forward — or up, if that’s where they’re pointed.… Full Article ›
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How Do I Stop My Cat From Bringing Me Dead Mice?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, May 4, 2012Q. My cat insists on sharing parts of the mice and rats he catches. While I appreciate the gesture, I really don't want mouse heads on my pillow. What can I do? A. Cats are hunters by… Full Article ›
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How Can I Get My Cat to Stop Waking Me Up?
By Mikkel Becker, April 30, 2012Q. How can I get my cat to stop waking me up at 4:00 a.m. without revoking her bedroom privileges? A. Cats’ natural sleep cycles are at odds with the average human sleep cycle. Although cats can… Full Article ›
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Can Cats and Birds Live Safely Together?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM , April 5, 2012Q. We have two cats. My husband really wants to get a parrot, but it seems to me that birds and cats are a bad combination. Can they coexist, or are we just asking for trouble? A. The lion… Full Article ›