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Understanding Why Cats Purr
Many owners know cats purr but not when or why. Some say purring means happiness, but cats also purr in pain and fear. Today we analyze the reasons.
Are Cats Born Knowing How to Purr?
Yes! Purring is innate—kittens learn days after birth. The purr is mother-kitten communication and a bridge for bonding, and as they grow they purr to express state to humans. Today we learn when and what it means.
Three Common Reasons Cats Purr
Owners know cats purr when happy, but that's only one case—they also purr when afraid, hurt or sick. Purring usually means one of: happiness, self-treatment, or respiratory disease. How to tell? Follow along.
Does Feline Rhinotracheitis Cause Red, Swollen Eyes?
Feline rhinotracheitis is a herpesvirus infection that easily causes conjunctivitis - red, swollen eyes. If you suspect it, see a vet; kitten death rate exceeds 60%.
Can You Bathe a Cat During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy needs care because a cat may carry several kittens and risk is high, so be extra careful. Can you bathe a pregnant cat? We explain.
At What Age Can a Cat Eat Cat Grass?
Cat grass helps move the gut, pass swallowed fur and prevent hairball disease. There is no strict age limit, but nursing kittens are too young. Here is how to use it.
Which Parts of a Cat Are Prone to Fractures?
Cats love high perches and door ledges, so they easily fall or get a limb caught in a door - from a limp at best to partial paralysis at worst. Today we look at the fracture sites cats commonly suffer.
Are Cats Cold-Sensitive? What Happens When a Cat Gets Chilled
Cats are mostly cold-sensitive despite the fur, and a chill brings real sickness. Learn the signs and how to keep a cat warm and safe.
Why Is Your Cat Listless After Vaccination?
Some cats may become listless after vaccination; this is actually normal. Because vaccines themselves are biological products made from viruses, bacteria and their toxins, cats react differently after injection due to individual differences. Today we discuss precautions after cat vaccination.
What to Do When Your Cat’s Nose Is Stuffy
A cat's stuffy nose can have many causes, such as a cold causing nasal congestion, or more seriously feline rhinotracheitis. A blocked nose is very uncomfortable, but without finding the cause promptly, treatment can't begin, so today we detail some situations of cat nasal blockage.