Tickling is not well understood in the scientific world, let alone the feline world. Cats don’t laugh like we do when tickled, but that doesn't mean they don't enjoy a gentle tickling motion as a...
I admit that I tell my cats "I love you!" an embarrassing number of times daily. I expect many cat lovers out there can relate. Obviously, they don’t understand me—cats have many clever and subtle...
I’m sure we all know how it feels to be in a situation of stress—that nervous tummy feeling, the rise in heart rate and blood pressure, and the feelings of fear and agitation. Human coping...
Confession time: I have a cat who loves to play with (and lick!) plastic bags. He’s done it since I first adopted him—and he still comes running if he hears the rustle of a grocery...
As a huge lover of all things feline, and a completely infatuated cat owner, I would just love to be able to talk to my cats! In fact, I often do hold one-sided conversations with...
Rows of bright yellow daffodils, waving in the early spring breeze… it’s a beautiful sight! However, danger can lurk behind that dazzling facade. Responsible cat owners should always be aware of potential hazards for their...
Have you ever seen your cat’s back twitching or having a spasm? It can look a little concerning. Felines are very responsive to touch along their backs due to a sensitive muscle layer along their...
Are you worried that your beloved cat feels jealousy or other unpleasant emotions? If so, you’re not alone. Many cat owners eventually find themselves wondering if their cats feel particular emotions. Pets are considered by...
Cats might come running when they hear a bag of treats being opened, or the sound of the food cupboard door opening, but what if you want your cat to come to you when you...
One of the most common questions that I get asked as a veterinarian is when to switch from kitten to cat food. This is usually accompanied by the question of why cats and kittens need...
