Hello, I agree with Linda to get them out the sooner the better. My suggestion would be to allow the aggressive one out first, and given an allowance of a few minutes to roam around to explore and...
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Help with moving and acclimatizing cats to new homeposted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
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what kind of litter has the least smell?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@SHARON YEADON The general rule of thumb for the right size litter box is: It should be one and a half times the length of an adult cat from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail....
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Why do one of my female cats and my male cat keep urinating in my home?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Molly Brabyn Inappropriate elimination is certainly frustrating and determining the cause can be equally challenging but just be assured that your cats are not doing this out of spite or ange...
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How to deter cat from scratching furnitureposted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@June Davis My addition to this, is to add double-sided tape to the areas that your cat is scratching on the furniture. Some are specifically designed to deter this type of behaviour and easy ...
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How can I help my 7yr old rescue become less aggressive?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Jess Butler I am so sorry to learn of the horrible things that this cat went through. But I admire your dedication towards her care and comfort now. Usually when something this traumatic...
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Why does my cat go poop outside of the litter box?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Sheryl Merville Yes, this is correct. A general rule of thumb is; the number of litterboxes should be equal to the number of cats in a household plus one. (N + 1 = # of litterboxes).&nbs...
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Cat feces hatching from the litter boxposted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Jess Butler A possibility; these "gnat-like" flies could actually be fungus gnats or fruit flies. And Autumn is the usual time of year for them. If your litter is consistently damp and/or con...
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How to remove fleas from cats other than bathingposted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Carole Rogers Hi Carole, If you are unable to take the kittens to the veterinarian for a treatment plan to rid of these fleas - consider purchasing an over-the-counter treatment plan such as;...
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Why does a non aggressive feral cat hiss at me before approaching his food?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Constance Jeske Hi Constance, I believe because you are feeding him - he is slowly building up his trust towards you. And thus now, he is allowing you to touch his head for a moment. Feral ca...
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Why is my cat drooling after going to see the vet?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Paula Tirado Some cats will drool when they are overwhelmed or extremely relaxed. It is quite common and not generally of any great concern. Also, since your cat is currently receiving medica...
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Why does my Calico cat keep biting me?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Cynthia Whitford Hi Cynthia, There a few different reasons why a cat may perform this kind of behaviour. - Cats are crepuscular, which means they instinctively are most active during the...
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Why do my 2 6 month old female kittens keep biting my toes every night while I sleep?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Beverly GutmanGutman Since they are still in their young kitten years, they are bound to be a bit mischievous. They may view your toes as prey (or a fun toy) and unfortunately for you - have ...
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Why does my kitten keep coughing and sneezing?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Brenda Parker @Bobbi Coover Yes, sneezing and coughing could be related to an allergy caused by the food they consume. But usually with an allergy to food there are more contributing symptoms...
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My 21 year old cat stopped using the litter box all the time, any tips?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
Hi Sally, First of all, congratulations to the old girl - 21 years is fantastic! That's 100 equivalent to human years. So given this golden age, she is bound to have a few mishaps. And there ...
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Why does my cat go poop outside of the litter box?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
@Ann Wiggins Many cats prefer their litter boxes to be fresh and clean with every elimination. And they make this known by eliminating elsewhere if the box is not to their liking. Other cats w...
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Is my cat peeing on my bed because I broke up with my boyfriend?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
Hi Terwelp, If your cat was fond of your boyfriend, then yes..that may have something to do with it. But not because your cat is being spiteful - just abit depressed from his sudden absent. It may...
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Why does my cat go poop outside of the litter box?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
Hi Donna, Just know, cats will never perform this behaviour out of spite. And there is always a reason for this to occur. Determining the cause can be a daunting task, but not impossible. The mos...
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Do cats get depressed?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
Hi Vivian, Yes, cats can get depressed. There are several reasons why this may occur. Listed below are only a few examples: - a major adjustment or change within their daily routine or envi...
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How can get rid of matted hair on cats (besides using a groomer)?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
Hi Lynda, If your cat is accustomed to them, there are specifically designed brushes and combs that you can use on matted fur, then by just using a flea comb or a regular brush. An example of one:...
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How can I get my male long hair cat to let me groom him?posted in Cat Behavior, Tips, Advice
Hi Lene, Since your cat is new to the home, allow him some time to become settled into his new environment and daily routine before introducing new items or activities. He also may not have ever b...
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