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Causes and Prevention of Cat Stress Reactions
Simply, a stress reaction is any disliked or hated situation causing pressure or stimulus. When a cat is stimulated by environmental change, that's a stress reaction; failure to adapt can cause physical or mental abnormality, even disease.

How to Correct a Picky-Eating Cat
When a cat eats a little then plays, only eats when extremely hungry, or only eats treatsβwhatever the form, all of these count as picky-eating behavior.

Simple Coping Strategies for Cat Stress Responses
Cats, like us, feel stress and tension. When tense they easily show stress responses, and excessive stress affects health and lifespan. How can owners help? Here we detail cat stress sources and simple coping strategies.

How to Brush Your Dog’s and Cat’s Teeth
National Day nears; the author wishes owners a happy holiday and reminds: don't forget to spend time with your pets!

Signs Your Cat May Be Sick
Watch for subtle behavior changes when a cat is sick.

More Signs That Your Cat May Be Ill
Watch for subtle changes in your cat's behavior.

Is Spaying or Neutering a Cat Cruel?
Although the procedure itself is indeed painful, not neutering means a lifetime of suffering for the cat. So spaying or neutering a cat is not cruel at all. Let's look at the situation with and without the surgery.

How to Help a Constipated Cat
A cat should pass stool once a day. If your cat hasn't gone in 48-72 hours, it may be constipated. The most common cause is dehydration, but constipation is often a side effect of diseases including diabetes, kidney disease, hyperthyroidism and anal blockage. It can affect any age but is more common in older male cats; obese cats are at higher risk. Untreated, it leads to worse problems.

What Is Catnip and What Does It Do
Many people are familiar with catnip, but not everyone knows what kind of plant it is, or how it affects a cat's mood and behavior.

Why Cats Love Pushing Things Off Tables
Cats knock items off tables to get your attention, act on hunting instinct, explore with their paws, beat boredom, or satisfy curiosity. Daily play helps burn excess energy.