Many pet owners don’t know that their precious kitties are capable of catching a cold. But a dripping nose and watery eyes might make them change their minds. The most common symptoms of feline upper respiratory infections (an equivalent of a common cold in humans) and allergies in cats are watery eyes and a runny …
Sometimes you might find it difficult to understand what your cat actually wants. For example, if your kitty is on a diet that does not necessarily mean that it will always meow for food. In case you have gradually introduced the new, veterinary-approved diet to the cat, the little guy should not be meowing of …
A grunt is a low, guttural noise that not only dogs but also cats can make. A cat will grunt while you’re petting it to say ‘I love you’; however, a grunt can also mean that the cat is annoyed, so pay attention to the body language. If the cat is relaxed and is not …
Sometimes, you might feel the urge to pick up your fluffy ball and kiss its cute head. But it may not always be the best idea, especially, if your kitty starts hissing. A cat can hiss at you when you pick it up as a warning – it may be stressed out or in pain. …
Cats are smart creatures and if they choose to nibble your fingers, then there is definitely a reason for that. Cats will gently bite your fingers to show you affection or to make you play with them; they will also do that if they are feeling stressed or are teething. Moreover, too much petting can …
If you have ever seen your cat push its paws in and out on a blanket, then you might be wondering what this ‘biscuit making’ is all about. Cats knead or make biscuits when they are feeling happy and safe, when they want to mark their territory, show their affection, stretch, or relieve stress. Females …
There are quite a few different things that can make your cat sneeze and not all of them are harmless. Your cat will sneeze if there is a foreign object in its nose or if it has an infection, a dental disease, or an allergy. At night, the kitty might choose to explore some shelves …
Nobody wants to see their precious cat throw up. However, responsible owners should be aware of what this symptom can actually mean. Your cat can be throwing up but acting normal, if it had eaten too quickly or too much. In case the cat throws up more than twice a month and giving less food …
Should you be worried if your kitten suddenly starts running around the house and acting like crazy? It is completely normal for kittens to sometimes get zoomies; the actual ‘crazy session’ usually doesn’t last longer than 5 minutes. Your active kitty will calm down a bit once it reaches 9-12 months and will become even …
You would certainly get annoyed at your cat if it starts chewing on everything. But, as a responsible owner, you should also figure out why your kitty decided to nibble on the objects. In the majority of cases, cats chew on everything because of boredom. Digestive issues, gum diseases, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and nutritional deficiency can …
When your cat brings you its favorite toy, it might seem like the cutest thing ever, but did you know that this is not always a sign of affection? If the cat wants to play, show you something (like a broken toy), show off its ‘trophy’, or if the kitty is trying to teach you …
If you’re a proud or an aspiring owner of a Savannah, then you might already know that these cats can actually be trained to go on walks on a leash. Savannah cats will need some time to get used to being walked, but once that does happen, the kitty is going to enjoy every second …
Cats fill our lives with love, play, joy, and…hairs. How badly do these cuties shed and is it normal? Unfortunately, all cats are shedders, even though there are breeds that don’t shed as badly. Cats shed every day and that is completely normal; excessive shedding, however, might be an indication of a health problem (such …
Have you found clumps of cat’s hair lying around the house? There are a few things that can cause such a condition, and most of them should be addressed immediately. Your cat’s hair can start falling out, in case it has fleas, an allergy, ringworm, issues with certain hormones, or if it’s suffering from stress. …
Savannah cats are the tallest domestic cats that have been developed from the African serval. The good news is that these cheetah-like beauties do not require any special care. How you will take care of your Savannah cat will depend on its generation. The first and second generations are ‘wilder’ and might have to be …
