Great questions. First…it is never too late to get a cat spayed if she is healthy. Eight is not that old for a cat and the spaying surgery is done so frequently it has minimal risks associated with it. In fact, spaying your cat could help prevent further problems. Older unspayed cats are prone to […]
This isn’t common with black cats. It may just be a problem with your cat. I would recommend a visit to the veterinarian. They can check for external parasites and also examine the hair to perhaps see if your cat has been over-grooming the area. Many cats that chew their own hair are rarely seen […]
I think many times our cat’s conditions bother us more than him but I feel you are right in wanting to have more information on what is going on with your boy and doing more as well. Without examining your cat, I can’t give you a definitive answer on what is going on, but two […]
Many times a cat’s cough will sound a lot like a hairball but as you describe nothing comes up. With a cough, cats usually have their head stretched out parallel to the ground rather than being hunched over like when vomiting. Coughing can be due to many things: asthma being most common but also parasites, […]
I am a little confused by your question? Are you asking why it hurts when you step on it or why is it sensitive after your step on it? Regardless, the answer is really the same. All cats’ tails are sensitive and very susceptible to injury. The tail has several major components: skin, bone, […]
Once a can is opened, it needs to be treated with the same care you would provide your own food. Serve the wet food at a time of day when your cat is likely to consume all or most of the food in a reasonable period of time. You’re doing the right thing […]
What you feed your cats depends mainly on the cat’s life stage (kitten vs. adult vs. senior), activity level, current body condition and whether your cats like the food presented to them. Fortunately, the Purina Cat Chow brand has a line of products that covers a broad spectrum of cats: Purina Cat Chow for normal […]
In some cases a cat with gingivitis also needs a dental cleaning and this might speed the healing process. It also might help to work every day with the cat on having her come for a tasty food reward, petting her once or twice and then leaving her alone. This will help the cat […]
It is unfortunate when we have to part with our pets. Often your veterinarian or a humane shelter can help with placement of the pet into a new home.
Original post by Cat Advice (Emotional): Purina® Cat Chow® Mentor Amy Shojai and software by Elliott Back
In most cases biting at hands and feet is a misdirected play behavior. Young cats are usually very active and play with one another by jumping, wrestling, chasing and biting and they will attempt to do the same with their human companions. Often it occurs at predictable times of the day and in […]