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"Eufloria": Catnip Isn’t the Only Plant Scent Cats May Love
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, April 28, 2017Cats seem to rely on their noses to understand the world more than we humans do. Cats detect smells and sense pheromones (chemicals produced and released by other cats) through their olfactory… Full Article ›
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Pet Misbehaving? It Might Be Your Fault
By Mikkel Becker, April 27, 2017Fear, stress and anxiety are at the root of many problem behaviors in cats and dogs — and in some cases, human behavior is the direct cause of a pet’s actions. Many pet owners fail to understand… Full Article ›
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Why Don't Cats Come When Called?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten DVM, April 27, 2017It is relatively easy to train a dog to come to you when you call his name, but cats, as usual, are a different story. What is the difference?The evolutionary records show that dogs have been… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat... Eat Mice?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten DVM, April 25, 2017Cat owners often ask me why their cat insists on eating mice, especially when there is a perfectly good bowl of commercial cat food available to her. The answer is in your cat’s biology, ancestry and… Full Article ›
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Does My Cat Have Separation Anxiety?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, April 17, 2017Are you frustrated when you come home to find that your cat has peed on your bed and shredded your favorite chair? Do the neighbors complain that he yowls all day? While there can be underlying… Full Article ›
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Do's and Don'ts to Help Kids and Pets Bond
By Mikkel Becker, April 12, 2017Spending time with a pet can be a valuable experience for a child. My 7-year-old daughter, Reagan, has been around dogs her entire life. From the moment she came home from the hospital, our two Pugs,… Full Article ›
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Help! My Cat Won't Stop Drinking From the Sink
By Mikkel Becker, March 22, 2017Is it possible to train my cat to drink out of her water dish rather than the sink?A cat that drinks out of the faucet can be adorable — but she can also be a nuisance if she’s hopping into the sink… Full Article ›
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Can I Stop My Cat From Scratching My Sofa?
By Mikkel Becker, March 15, 2017My cat likes to hide under our couch and claw at the underside of it. It's driving me crazy. Can I get him to stop?You absolutely can teach your cat to not use your furniture as a scratching post —… Full Article ›
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Teach Your Cat to Lie Down on Cue
By Mikkel Becker, February 22, 2017Believe it or not, cats can learn new tricks with relative ease. And of all the tricks to teach, down is one of the most hands-off, simplest behaviors to train. In fact, for many cats, the… Full Article ›
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Video: Why Does My Cat... Like to Curl Up in Small Spaces?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten DVM, February 21, 2017There are probably plenty of comfortable places in your home for your cat to sleep. So why do we tend to find our feline friends snoozing in cardboard boxes, wicker baskets, bathroom sinks and other… Full Article ›
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9 Ways to Be an Even Better Pet Owner
By Vetstreet Staff, February 8, 2017February is known for Valentine's Day, but did you know it's also Responsible Pet Owner's Month? We think these celebrations go hand-in-hand because there's no better way to show your pet love than… Full Article ›
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10 Long-Haired Cat Breeds We Love
By Shayna Meliker , January 16, 2017Styles come and go, but as far as we're concerned, a long-haired cat will always be en vogue. If it's a style that suits your fancy — and you're prepared for the grooming needs that are required —… Full Article ›