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Cats are very entertaining creatures to observe, with a whole host of behaviors that can be both amusing and perplexing. Chasing bugs is a common activity among felines, and it is one that makes cat owners ask questions about what may be going in the minds of their animal companions. By taking a closer look …

While humans frequently do things without thinking and can do them for no specific reason, a cat never does anything without a motive. And, most times, humans cannot figure out why cats do what they do. Just believe me, a cat has its reasons, even if you cannot figure them out. I have been involved …

Maggots are the stuff of nightmares. Growing up in the country, running into the occasional dead animal was just a part of life. Once, I found a dead frog that was infested with maggots. The experience was so horrifying I’ve never forgotten it.  I shudder to think about maggots, much less a beloved pet eating …

I still remember watching Pet Semetary as a child. The iconic scene with the hissing Church the cat terrifies me to this day. A hissing cat can be disconcerting, to say the least. When the hiss is directed at your other cat, you may also worry they will harm each other. The good news is …

If your cat has been being annoying, you might be wondering why and what you can do about it. This post will show you a number of possible causes and what you can do about them. So, why is my cat so annoying? Possible reasons why your cat is so annoying are that it is …

If your cat won’t let you touch it, this post will show you a number of possible reasons why and what you can do about them. So, why won’t my cat let me touch it? Possible reasons why your cat will not let you touch it are injury, intimidation, it does not like the way …

Constipation is, unfortunately, a common problem for cats. Your feline friend can’t tell you when something is wrong, so it’s important to keep a close eye on them. This includes their intake of food and their output of poop. If your cat is experiencing constipation, pumpkin can help get things moving again.  How much pumpkin …

If your cat bites you when you pet their back, this post will show you likely reasons why and what you can do about them. So, why does my cat bite me when I pet its back? The most likely reason why your cat bites you when you pet its back is that it does …

Being a cat provider for over 30 years brought an array of medical issues that I had to deal with and work through. While most of my fur babies overcame the problem, some did not because the problems were either cancer, kidney failure, tumors, or a heart defect. I have experienced my share of joy, …

If your cat sleeps on the floor, this post will show you a number of possible reasons why and what you can do about them. So, why does my cat sleep on the floor? Likely reasons why your cat sleeps on the floor are that it finds the floor comfortable, the floor is cool or …

This post will show you why your cat bites you when you pick them up and what you can do about it. So, why does my cat bite me when I pick it up? The most likely reasons why your cat bites you when you pick it up are that it doesn’t like the way …

If your cat meows when it sees you, this post will show you a number of possible reasons why and what you can do about them. So, why does my cat meow when it sees me? Common reasons why your cat meows when it sees you are that it has separation anxiety, it is hungry, …

If your cat sniffs your toes a lot, this post will show you a number of possible reasons why and what you can do about it. So, why does my cat sniff my toes? Possible reasons why your cat sniffs your toes are that you have an unusual smell or scent on your feet, it …

Cat claws have several important functions. Sharp claws can be inconvenient, and even cause injury to your cat. It’s important to care for your cat’s nails properly. The good news is once you find a routine that works for you and your cat, caring for their nails becomes fairly simple. Can cats cut their own …