Dear Doctor: Feline acne
Q. My cat has developed small black dots on his chin and around his mouth. They don’t seem to be bothering him, but I’m...
5 Tips for Better “Toileting”
Have trouble getting your cat to use her “toilet?” See if trying any of these five guidelines will help.
1| Make sure the litter is...
Once a Picky Eater, Always a Picky Eater?
Does it sometimes seem like your cat is such a finicky eater that she is taunting you by turning up her nose at what...
Winter Skin
Does your cat bite or scratch at her skin during the winter months but not at other times of year? Her skin may become...
Have You Developed a Scooping Schedule?
You need to clean out your cat’s litterbox frequently enough that he doesn’t find himself a different “bathroom.” What’s frequently enough?
For regular poop scooping,...
For Guys with Cats: There’s Someone to Love You
First the bad news for single men with cats. When scrolling through photos on dating sites, women find men holding a feline “agreeable and...
This Friendly Robot Makes a Great Cat Companion
You’ve been asked to stay late at work or want to spend a long day away with your family or friends, but what about...
6 New Year’s Resolutions for a Better Relationship With Your Cat
Welcome to 2022! To start the year off on the right foot with your cat, why not resolve to follow through on the following...
Is Your Cat a Good Match For Your Household?
Did you wish for a lap cat but adopt one that doesn’t happen to feel very sociable toward people? Did you want a laid...
Hair Mats: Don’t Tangle With Them On Your Own
The fact that mats mar the sleek, beautiful look of a cat is only a small part of the problem. Mats can also be...
Taking the Stress Out of Bathing
Although most cats spend a lot of time cleaning themselves with their tongues and teeth (which they use as combs to rake their fur),...
Is It Okay to Kiss Your Cat?
Cats don’t express affection by puckering their lips and pressing them against another cat — or a person. So how do they feel about...
