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A young kitten captured in a defensive posture, back arched and fur puffed up, hissing as a sign of fear or aggression, using its small size and voice to assert boundaries.
Behavioral Problems in Cats

Why Do Cats Hiss at Kittens? A Veterinarian Explains

Cats are known to hiss at threats such as dogs or visitors they don’t like. But why do cats hiss at their own species? Why do cats even hiss at kittens, which appear to pose...

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Dr. Alice Barker BVSc MRCVS
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Cat Health

Cat Head Pressing: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, & Treatment

Cats display quirky and amusing behaviors that leave us puzzled. A feline may head press or bump against us to communicate reassurance friendliness and deposit scent. Yet it is abnormal when your cat presses its...

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Melina Grin
Veterinarian examining teeth of a persian cat
Cat Health

Cat Grinding Teeth: What It Means & When To Worry

There are many reasons why cats grind their teeth. Most involve mouth pain, but other cases include stress and neurological disease. This behavior shouldn't be ignored as it’s usually an indicator that something is wrong....

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Dr. Gemma Cliffin BSC BVSC MRCVS
Siamese cat
Cat Basics

Cat Ear Positions & What They Really Mean

While we may find our cats' behaviors often strange or even baffling, all cats have a unique body language that illustrates exactly what they are feeling or thinking. Taking the time to learn how to...

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Dr. Emma Chandley BVetMed PGCertSAS MRCVS
Aggressive cat sitting on top of ripped foam stool
Behavioral Problems in Cats

Stop Your Cat From Destroying Furniture In 7 Simple Steps

Does your cat seem intent on destroying your furniture? Are they driving you crazy with their destructive ways? You might be in despair, wondering if this is something you will have to put up with...

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Dr. Beverley Ho BSc(VetSci)(Hons) BVM&S MRCVS
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Behavioral Problems in Cats

My Cat Cries When My Husband Leaves

Does your cat get upset when your significant other leaves the room? This is a sign of a very common issue encountered by cat owners - separation anxiety. It also indicates that your cat has...

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Dr. Emma Chandley BVetMed PGCertSAS MRCVS
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Cat Diseases and Medical Conditions

Cat Bleeding From the Anus: Causes Treatment

The aim of this article is to provide a simple, clear explanation about bleeding from the anus for cat owners whose pets may be affected, and who want to understand more about what’s happening. Also...

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Dr. Pete Wedderburn, DVM
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Cat Health

Cat Bleeding From Mouth: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention

Seeing a cat bleeding from their mouth can be very scary for pet owners. There can be several potential causes: some more minor, such as infections or dental disease, and some more concerning, such as...

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Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Behavioral Problems in Cats

10 Common Cat Behavioral Problems You Should Know About

Cats make wonderful companions and bring so much joy to our lives. They’re very intelligent and retain a lot of the wildness that their ancestors had. It comes as no surprise, then, that cats be...

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Dr. Aisling O'Keeffe MVB CertSAM ISFMAdvCertFB MRCVS
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Behavioral Problems in Cats

9 Cat Behavior Changes To Worry About

Cats can behave in strange and puzzling ways, but their quirky personalities are part of what makes them so lovable. So how do we know if our cats‘ bizarre acts are normal feline behaviors or...

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Dr. Louise Barnes MRCVS

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