Tagged With Cats

Burmese cat sitting calmly as a person carefully combs through its short, glossy brown fur

Can Cats Get Lice from Humans? Understanding Cross-Species Transmission

28 May 2024

Cats can have lice, however, the lice that affect humans and cats are two different species and cannot be spread between the two animals.

Tabby cat crouched down, intently watching a small, non-venomous snake slithering on the ground in a garden

Do Cats Eat Snakes? Exploring the Predator-Prey Relationship

28 May 2024

While house cats are known to hunt and kill small snakes, they typically steer clear of larger, venomous snakes. Bigger wild cats eat snakes more frequently.

Maine Coon cat sitting patiently while its owner carefully gives it liquid medicine using a dropper

How to Give a Cat Liquid Medicine: A Step-By-Step Guide

27 May 2024

Expert advice on how to effectively give your cat liquid medicine, such as mixing it with their food, how to hold them, and ways to minimize their anxiety.

Close-up portrait of an orange tabby cat with prominent bony ridges above its eyes, giving a quizzical expression

Do Cats Have Eyebrows? Understanding Feline Facial Features

26 May 2024

Cats have bony ridges above their eyes that look like eyebrows and even seem to help express the same emotions.

A large, fluffy Maine Coon cat sitting next to a smaller, sleek-coated domestic house cat

Maine Coon vs. Domestic Cat: What Makes the Majestic Breed Different?

24 May 2024

A side-by-side look at the physical and personality characteristics of the big, sweet Maine Coon cat and the typical house cat.

Bunnies vs Rabbits: What's the Difference?

24 May 2024

Important physical, behavioral, and cultural distinctions between bunnies (also known as domesticated rabbits) and wild rabbits and hares.

Tabby cat sniffing a purple and green wandering jew plant on a wooden table

Is Wandering Jew Plant Toxic to Cats? A Safety Guide

24 May 2024

Wandering jew is toxic to cats and can cause oral and gastrointestinal irritation if eaten, which will need to be treated by a vet.

Curious tabby cat with a marbled coat sitting on a windowsill and looking outside, with its reflection visible in the glass

Are Tabby Cats Hypoallergenic? Here's What the Science Says

23 May 2024

Tabby cats are not hypoallergenic because all cats produce the Fel d 1 protein that causes allergies in people.

Close-up of a tabby cat's worried face as a gloved hand brings a syringe near its mouth on a veterinary examination table

How to Make a Cat Throw Up Safely: Vet-Approved Methods

23 May 2024

Vet-recommended drugs and the right steps to take to safely make a cat throw up after poisoning.

Siamese cat with piercing blue eyes gazing up at its owner's face as the person sleeps

Why Is My Cat Suddenly Sleeping Next to Me? Unpacking Clingy Cat Behavior

23 May 2024

Why your cat might have recently started sleeping with you, from seeking comfort and safety to feeling stressed.

An older Siamese cat lounging on a plush cushion, with a slightly coarse coat and lean body indicating its advanced age

How to Tell a Cat's Age: Decoding Physical and Behavioral Signs

22 May 2024

Physical and behavioral signs such as teeth, fur, muscle mass, and behavior can be used to estimate a cat's age.

Close-up of a fluffy white Persian cat hesitantly approaching a bowl of strained fruit baby food

Can Cats Eat Baby Food? What Vets Say

22 May 2024

Possible dangers and advantages of giving cats baby food, such as dietary needs and better options.