Cat talk and non-verbal messages are sometimes puzzling. Cats have been regarded for centuries as mysterious, solitary, unpredictable creatures perhaps because humans have difficulty understanding what they're saying. While people rely primarily on speech to communicate, cats predominately communicate in a silent language. Cats speak by using complex combinations of…
In This Article Expand What Is Gastroenteritis? Symptoms Causes Diagnosing Treatment Prognosis Prevention Back to Top Gastroenteritis is a common problem that affects the stomach and intestinal tract of a cat. Any cat can develop gastroenteritis and it's hard to ignore it due to its obvious, and often messy symptoms.…
A common belief among well-meaning cat owners is that cleaning up cat vomit is normal. Frequent vomiting, however, should never be ignored and can be a sign of an underlying problem. If chronic vomiting is something your cat is struggling with, they may be suffering from inflammatory bowel disease. What…
In This Article Expand Why Cats Hunt Using Cats to Catch Rodents Toxoplasmosis Intestinal Parasites Plague Bacteria Leptospirosis Hantavirus Rodenticide Protect Your Cat and Yourself Back to Top Has your cat ever caught a mouse or rat? Cats love to hunt small prey and will often bring home what they…
Most dog owners are familiar with the behavior of tail chasing, but is it a normal behavior for a cat? What if your cat seems to be attacking their tail out of nowhere? Or maybe your cat doesn't have an issue with their tail, but they act uncomfortable or even…
The Main Coon cat has existed in the U.S. since the 1800s, and in fact, it is considered the oldest native cat breed in the U.S. Rugged and solidly built, the Maine Coon cat is known for its massive size, shaggy coat, and large tufted ears reminiscent of a bobcat.…
In This Article Expand Why Cats Act Crazy Predatory Instinct Nocturnal Instinct Senility Fleas FHS Next Steps Read Your Cat Back to Top A cat acting crazy may run around the house or get a nightly burst of energy, complete with a chorus of meows. A "crazy" cat can be…
It is not uncommon for cats to hunt insects, and even sometimes eat them. Many common insects are harmless to cats, but some can be poisonous or cause injury. Even non-poisonous bugs can cause vomiting or other gastrointestinal issues if too many are consumed. In many cases, the pesticides used…
As you probably already know, cats make a variety of noises. Some breeds, such as Siamese cats, are known to be naturally noisy, but any cat can meow loudly for a number of reasons. Although you may find excessively loud meowing to be annoying, it may also be an indication…
Cheyletiella mites live on the skin, causing irritation, dandruff, and itchiness. A distinguishing feature of this mite species are the large, claw-like mouthparts. These mites can be found quite commonly on cats, dogs, rabbits, and other species. Though humans are not a natural host for this parasite, Cheyletiella mites can…