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Why Is My Cat Screaming? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons for This Behavior

Why Is My Cat Screaming? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons for This Behavior

Cats make adorable and interesting sounds, but occasionally, they let out yowls that sound just like screams, which is also known as caterwauling or howling. I…

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Do Cats’ Claws Grow Back? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Do Cats’ Claws Grow Back? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Cats' claws are constantly growing. They get worn down by walking on different ground types and by scratching. Without adequate scratching options, many indoor…

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By Lorre Luther
How Do Cat Claws Retract? Vet-Reviewed Cat Anatomy

How Do Cat Claws Retract? Vet-Reviewed Cat Anatomy

Cats have curved claws that they use for protection, hunting, and climbing trees to reach high perches that are just right for relaxing and hanging out. Cats'…

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By Lorre Luther
How To Take Care of a Newborn Kitten: 7 Vet-Approved Care Tips

How To Take Care of a Newborn Kitten: 7 Vet-Approved Care Tips

Newborn kittens are adorable but incredibly vulnerable. Most only weigh between 1.8 and 5.3 ounces when they're born. They enter the world sightless and can't…

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Do Cats Have a Clitoris? Vet-Reviewed Reproductive Anatomy

Do Cats Have a Clitoris? Vet-Reviewed Reproductive Anatomy

Cats have clitorises like all female mammals, but the organ's function differs between species. While it's clear that non-human primates experience sexual plea…

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By Lorre Luther
How to Introduce Your Cat to a New Litter Box: 6 Vet-Approved Tips

How to Introduce Your Cat to a New Litter Box: 6 Vet-Approved Tips

Cats generally aren’t fans of change, and many have particularly strong opinions about their litter boxes, from where they’re placed to the design of their bat…

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By Lorre Luther
How Big Do Abyssinian Cats Get? Vet-Verified Average Weight & Growth Chart

How Big Do Abyssinian Cats Get? Vet-Verified Average Weight & Growth Chart

Abyssinian cats have sleek, medium-sized bodies, beautiful, ticked coats, long, graceful legs, and slightly slanted eyes that are often green or gold. Their sl…

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Will Rubbing Alcohol Kill My Cat's Ear Mites? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Will Rubbing Alcohol Kill My Cat's Ear Mites? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Ear mites are a common cause of feline ear problems. They're technically called Otodectes cynotis and are frequently found deep in cats' external ear canals. E…

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By Lorre Luther
Can Cats Get Hemorrhoids? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Get Hemorrhoids? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

If your cat has recently been licking their bottom, walking gingerly, and their anus appears red and irritated, you may wonder if cats can get hemorrhoids. Whi…

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By Lorre Luther
Why Is My Cat's Umbilical Cord Still Attached to The Kitten? Vet Approved Facts & Advice

Why Is My Cat's Umbilical Cord Still Attached to The Kitten? Vet Approved Facts & Advice

If your cat recently gave birth to kittens and one still has their umbilical cord attached, you may wonder if it's normal, whether it's something to be concern…

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By Lorre Luther