Reasons Why An Old Cat is Peeing Outside The Litter Box

There are few things more frustrating than when a cat that was previously using the litter box quite happily suddenly stops using it and urinates around the house instead. Sometimes older cats can stop using the litter box after a lifetime of being house trained. However, there is generally a good reason, and with a [...]

Cat Psychology- How To Read Your Cat’s Mind!

Cats are not like dogs. If you have a dog, it will be perfectly obvious to you what he is feeling as they have ways of making this very clear. However it can be very difficult to read a cat’s mind and know exactly what she is feeling. Cats are by nature solitary and independent [...]

Training Cats- Overcoming Bad Behavior

Cats tend to be very independent animals, which is why many people prefer them over other types of pets. However, you might find that your feline friend doesn’t always do what you want. At this point you need to find a way to train your cat that doesn’t involve hitting and screaming at him. If [...]

Declawing- Cats Torture; Why You Should NEVER Consider This!

If you are considering having your cat declawed, I have only one word to say- DON’T! Many people are under the impression that the process of declawing involves only the removal of the cat’s claw, and is little more serious than having their claws trimmed. Some vets can actually give people this impression. In truth, [...]

Cat Behavior Problems; Aggression And How To Deal With It

Cat aggression can be a serious problem, and you may need specialist help to resolve this. Cat aggression problems often originate from a traumatic experience in your cat’s life, such as being hurt by somebody or being badly treated. Aggressive cats can be dangerous, so attempting to resolve a chronic cat aggression problem often requires [...]

Why Does My Cat Knead?

You may have noticed your cat making a kneading or ‘treading’ motion on surfaces she intends to settle on. Or she may be lying in your lap and start to knead your legs. Have you ever wondered why she does this? A cat kneads by extending the claws on her front paws, and alternatively digs [...]

Why Do Cats Eat Grass?

You have probably noticed your cat eating grass at some point, and have probably wondered why she does this. After all, cats are not vegetarian! You may have even started to panic a little, and worry that it might make her ill. However, eating grass is a natural part of your cat’s behavior. When a [...]

Cat Behavior- When It Becomes a Problem…

Cat behavior is a very fascinating subject, but unfortunately many people only show an interest in it when they are experiencing problem behavior from their cat. This is a shame, as they are amazing little animals, and a constant source of joy. Who can stay downhearted for long at the sight of kittens playing, or [...]

Training Cats- The One Thing You Must Never Do

Training a cat can be very frustrating at times, and your patience can be sorely tried. Sometimes it may feel as though she is deliberately acting to annoy you, and you may feel tempted to smack her. However, one thing you must never do when training cats is to use any form of physical punishment. [...]

Cat Problems- Naughtiness or Illness?

If you are experiencing problems with your cat, or her behavior, then it could be a case of simple misunderstanding between you both. If your cat is behaving badly, she could be trying to tell you something rather than just being naughty. You may see scratching furniture or walls etc as a behavior problem, but [...]

Cat Scratching- Save Your Furniture!

Are you getting fed up of your cat constantly shredding your furniture? Does your settee look like something out of a reject store? (Mine certainly did!) Cat scratching must be one of the most annoying behavior traits of all. So- why do cats scratch? Unfortunately scratching is a perfectly normal behavior, and something which all [...]

Cat Spraying- Why Do They Spray?

One of the most frustrating problems for any cat owner is the problem of their cat spraying or marking. There is nothing worse than coming home and realizing that your cat has sprayed in the house yet again- the smell is very difficult to get rid of, and not to mention the damage done to [...]

Cat Bites- Why They Bite and How to Stop It

Why is it that your cat suddenly bites you for seemingly no reason? Or is quite happy being petted and then suddenly sinks her teeth into your hand? Those teeth can be needle sharp! So- why does she bite you, and what can you do about it? Cats often bite as a form of play. [...]