Tagged With Cats

Alert black and white cat with a puffed-up tail standing on a garden path surrounded by greenery

Why Do Cats Puff Up Their Tails? The Science of Cat Tail Language

29 February 2024

This article discusses four reasons why cats may puff up their tails: defense mechanisms, emotional signals, physiological responses, and the importance of context.

Calm Russian Blue cat being petted by a woman amidst cozy blankets and a pheromone diffuser

How to Help Your Cat Through Her Heat Cycle: Expert Tips and Insights

29 February 2024

How to deal with a cat in heat: soothing techniques, changes to the environment, pheromone treatment, possible medical interventions, and the advantages of spaying.

Tabby cat eyeing a slice of pizza held out of reach by an owner in a kitchen

Can Cats Eat Pizza? Understanding the Risks and Alternatives

29 February 2024

Potential health hazards of giving pizza to cats, such as obesity, lactose intolerance, and toxic toppings, along with healthier snack options.

Blue-eyed Siamese cat playing with a strand of spaghetti on a wooden table

Can Cats Eat Pasta? A Guide to Safe Feline Treats

29 February 2024

Cats can have a few pieces of plain, cooked pasta, but it doesn't have any nutritional value and can cause problems if they eat too much of it.

Alert Abyssinian cat clawing at a sisal rope scratching post with claw sheaths visible nearby

Why Do Cats Shed Their Claws? A Look at This Natural Behavior

28 February 2024

Understanding why cats need to shed their claws, how it helps keep their claws healthy, and how you can help your cat with this important process through regular maintenance.

Domestic short-haired cat sitting next to a clean litter box, looking relaxed

How Long Can Cats Hold Their Pee? Understanding Feline Urinary Health

28 February 2024

Understanding cat pee retention: how long cats can hold their pee, what it means for their health, and how to keep their urinary system healthy.

Curious Russian Blue cat sniffing a piece of bread on a modern kitchen counter

Do Cats Eat Bread? A Vet Explains What Cats Should Eat

27 February 2024

Cats can have a little bit of plain bread, but it has no nutritional value and can be dangerous because of toxic substances and the high carbohydrate content.

Curious British Shorthair cat examining a bowl of blackberries in a sunny kitchen

Can Cats Eat Blackberries? Nutritional Benefits & Feeding Tips

27 February 2024

How much blackberries can cats have, the health advantages of blackberries, why portion control matters, the risk of allergies, and how to feed your cat blackberries.

Relaxed Siberian cat appearing to smile, comfortably lounging in a sunlit room

Can Cats Smile? Understanding the Science of Feline Happiness

27 February 2024

Topics include interpreting your cat's face: how to tell if they're 'smiling' or just purring, as well as the research on how cats feel and talk to humans.

British Shorthair cat sniffing a piece of ginger on a kitchen counter with curiosity

Can You Give Cats Ginger? Benefits and Risks of Ginger for Cats

27 February 2024

This article discusses the uses of ginger for cats, its potential benefits and side effects, how to give it to your cat, how much to give, and when to talk to your vet.

Siamese cat cautiously sniffing at a piece of cooked pork on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Eat Pork? Safe Feeding Practices for Feline Diets

26 February 2024

The article discusses the following topics: the potential benefits and risks of feeding your cat pork, how to feed pork to your cat safely, including portion sizes and avoiding certain parts of the pig, and whether or not pork has a place in a cat's diet.

Tiny adult black cat with bright green eyes standing next to a houseplant indoors

Why Is My Cat So Small? An In-Depth Look at the Factors That Determine Feline Size

26 February 2024

Causes of a cat being undersized: genetics, breed, diet, health issues, environmental and lifestyle factors.