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Taboos When Getting Along with Cats
Cats are very sensitive animals, and there are many things owners should pay attention to when living with them. Failing to avoid these can make a cat turn on you. Our veterinarian details some taboos when getting along with cats.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Mouth Sores and Won’t Eat
Mouth sores that stop a cat from eating are usually a sign of stomatitis, a painful inflammation of the gums and mouth that makes chewing unbearable. Soften the diet to liquids, treat the infection with a vet-recommended oral spray and metronidazole, and keep up daily dental care to prevent recurrence.
Ocicat
The Ocicat, despite being mistaken for a wild cat, is a wholly domestic breed developed in the United States from Abyssinian, Siamese, and American Shorthair ancestors. After a winding path to recognition, a decade of bloodline management won it acceptance. With its spotted, wild-looking coat and friendly, active nature, the Ocicat is a striking yet affectionate companion.
Why Cats Bite and How to Handle It
Cats bite suddenly, often from fear, teething, or pain and illness. Soothe a frightened cat, offer chew toys when teething, and see a vet for pain.
Tonight my little hamster ate a lot of live mealworms and I’m afraid something will happen
Eating many live mealworms can cause digestive upset or excess protein. Offer water and vegetables to aid metabolism and watch closely for any abnormality.
What Happens When a Dog Is Afraid of Thunder?
A thunder-phobic dog may panic, hide, tremble, and bark loudly. Move it to a quiet room or hold it to provide a sense of safety.
Why Do Cats Bite, and How Should You Respond?
Cats bite in cases such as pain or discomfort, fear or stress, over-excitement, poor social behavior, feeling threatened, hunting instinct, or misguided impulses. Knowing the reasons and fixes helps you get along. Guide the cat correctly with patience, understanding, and proper training.
Why Do Cats Stare at the Wall?
It is normal for a cat to stare at a blank wall - it may have seen or heard something that caught its attention. An occasional episode is usually nothing to worry about, but if your cat stares at the wall often and shows other unusual behaviors, take it seriously and have a vet check it to rule out illness.
Cat Hates Water and Won’t Bathe? A 3-Step Desensitization Plan
Cats aren't really afraid of water — they're afraid of the loss of control when forced into a strange situation and soaked. Bad past experiences make it worse. Desensitize gradually: let them explore the bathroom, get used to water sounds and tools, then simulate the bath, and keep indoor cats to a bath only every 3–6 months.
Why does my cat make little humming noises while sleeping?
A cat humming in its sleep can mean anxiety or fear, especially in an unfamiliar environment—comfort and reassure it. It may also simply be dreaming, which is normal. Or it could signal discomfort; if the cat flinches when touched, take it to the vet.