Why Does My Cat (50)
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Why Does My Cat . . . Meow So Much?
By Linda Fiorella, Oct 12, 2012From gentle head nudges to a quick flick of a tail, cats are masters of subtle communication. But while most felines aren't too inclined to meow their opinions, there are some cats who are… Full Article ›
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Video: Why Does My Cat . . . Paw at Her Water Bowl?
Dec 10, 2012
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Why Does My Cat . . . Shed His Claws?
By Linda Fiorella, Sep 24, 2012Cat owners expect to find discarded fur and even the occasional whisker around the house, but it can be disconcerting to find a kitty’s claw stuck to the sofa or a scratching post. Dr. Roy… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat . . . Like to Watch TV?
By Linda Fiorella, Sep 21, 2012While cats are not yet counted as viewers in Nielsen ratings, it's not uncommon for some kitties to become engrossed in TV programming. Dr. Jillian Orlando, DVM, a veterinary behavior… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat . . . Head Butt Me?
By Linda Fiorella, Sep 17, 2012If a person were to head butt you, you’d probably have a pretty good idea of what they were trying to tell you. But when a kitty bonks you with her forehead, the meaning may be less… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat ... Refuse to Go For a Walk on a Leash?
By Denise Maher, Aug 29, 2012It doesn't make sense. Your cat loves to look out the window, but when you bring out the leash, she takes off and hides. What gives? “It’s normal for a cat —… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat . . . Like to Bring Me Mice?
By Linda Fiorella, Aug 27, 2012Exactly when felines first became domesticated remains undetermined, but the why seems pretty clear: Pest control was a priority for early civilizations that needed to protect surplus crops from… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat . . . Not Crave Sweets?
By Linda Fiorella, Aug 15, 2012Lots of kitties live pampered lives — hence the classic quip that dogs have owners, but cats have staff. Despite so often living the proverbial sweet life, felines actually lack the… Full Article ›
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Why Is My Cat . . . So Finicky About Food?
By Linda Fiorella, Jul 10, 2012We all have favorite foods, but felines are notoriously fussy when it comes to what they will or won’t dine on. And they’ll often decide not to like something — at the precise… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat . . . Not Show Her Age?
By Linda Fiorella, Jul 19, 2012While most dogs start to show their advanced age by the gradual graying of their snouts and paws, it seems that the majority of older cats somehow hang onto that kittenish glow. According to Dr.… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat . . . Hate Belly Rubs?
By Colleen Oakley, Jun 28, 2012If you have a cat, you’ve probably made this mistake at least once — your normally sweet kitty stretches out in front of you, rolls onto her back and looks at you with big, imploring… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat . . . Love Laser Pointers?
By Linda Fiorella , Jun 21, 2012The scene plays itself out in homes across the country: Kitties playfully paw at walls and pounce on furniture in frantic pursuit of a tiny, glowing dot of laser light. What is it about… Full Article ›