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Are Cats Really Smart?

Are Cats Really Smart?

Cats are certainly intelligentβ€”they learn and adjust based on what they discover. Their brains are structurally similar to ours, with the same lobes, neurotransmitters, and five senses. Like us, they have short- and long-term memory, can be trained with food rewards, and may decline with age (Feline Cognitive Dysfunction).

Pet Health πŸ“… January 7, 2021
Why Cats Pee Outside the Litter Box: Medical Causes

Why Cats Pee Outside the Litter Box: Medical Causes

Inappropriate urination β€” peeing outside the litter box β€” is frustrating, but it's often a signal of an underlying medical issue. Here is how to identify the culprit and which conditions your vet will rule out.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 7, 2021
Signs Your Cat Has Successfully Mated

Signs Your Cat Has Successfully Mated

Wondering whether a mating was successful? Understanding the feline heat cycle first helps β€” then you can read the body-language cues of a completed mating and confirm pregnancy the right way.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 7, 2021
What to Do About Cat Stress (Stress Response)

What to Do About Cat Stress (Stress Response)

Stress weakens a cat's immune system and can trigger bladder, gut, and breathing problems along with anxiety. A calm environment, a safe hideaway, and patience help; good early socialization prevents much of it.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 3, 2021
Why You Should Spay or Neuter Your Cat

Why You Should Spay or Neuter Your Cat

Neutering removes the reproductive organs and the hormone-driven behaviors that come with them. It controls the stray population, lowers disease risk, and cuts spraying and fighting β€” benefits that reach well beyond one cat.

Pet Health πŸ“… December 30, 2020
How to Help an Aloof Cat Become More Affectionate

How to Help an Aloof Cat Become More Affectionate

An adult cat's personality is shaped by genetics, environment, and how you interact with it. While you can't change the genes, the right handling and daily bonding can help a standoffish cat learn to trust and even enjoy you.

Pet Health πŸ“… December 28, 2020
Why Is My Cat Crying?

Why Is My Cat Crying?

A "crying" cat usually means one of two things: an eye problem such as a foreign object, inverted lashes, or feline rhinotracheitis, or a cat in heat vocalizing like a baby. Eye signs need prompt care to avoid chronic damage, while heat behaviors are normal but worth recognizing.

Pet Health πŸ“… December 15, 2020
Why Your Cat Is Lethargic and Just Lying Around

Why Your Cat Is Lethargic and Just Lying Around

A cat that suddenly turns sluggish and keeps lying down may be fighting an illness, since cats hide discomfort and can't tell us. Persistent lethargy calls for a veterinary diagnosis to rule out something serious. Good nutrition and a clean environment help prevent it.

Pet Health πŸ“… November 16, 2020
Why Is My Kitten’s Eye Suddenly Swollen?

Why Is My Kitten’s Eye Suddenly Swollen?

A suddenly swollen eye can mean a viral infection like distemper, contagious conjunctivitis, or a simple bacterial infection. Each needs a different approach, so identify the cause first β€” antibiotic drops for infection, vet care for anything with other symptoms.

Pet Health πŸ“… October 31, 2020
How to Treat a Sneezing, Congested Cat

How to Treat a Sneezing, Congested Cat

A cat that only sneezes usually needs no medication, but added symptoms change the picture. Allergies, a chill, viral rhinotracheitis, or a nasal foreign body each call for a different fix β€” and persistent sneezing with discharge means a vet visit.

Pet Health πŸ“… October 20, 2020