Play-motivated aggressive behaviors are common in young, active cats less than two years of age, and in cats that live in one-cat households.

Well-socialized cats are more likely to have well-socialized kittens. Kittens “feed” off of their mothers’ calm or fearful attitude toward people.

Most cats have a specific preference about where they want to eliminate. By following the suggestions outlined in this handout, you’ll be able to start off on the right foot with your new cat.

It’s important to have realistic expectations when introducing a new pet to a resident pet. Some cats are more social
than other cats.

It’s normal for cats to scratch objects in their environment for many reasons. The goal in resolving scratching problems is to redirect the scratching onto acceptable objects.

Does your cat demand to be petted or played with? Ignore you when you call him? Wake you up to be fed in the middle of the night? “Nothing in life is free” can help.

An aversive is something that your cat finds unpleasant. It can be used to discourage her from a particular action or place.

While pet owners would never consider withholding food or water from their cats, many forget to provide adequate exercise and stimulation.

There are many factors that contribute to the safety or danger of a toy. Among them are your cat’s size, activity level and personal preference.

If you want your cat to live a long and healthy life, keep her inside.

Positive reinforcement is the presentation of something pleasant or rewarding immediately following a behavior.

Animal shelters throughout the country take in millions of lost cats each year and 99 out of 100 of these cats have no identification.

Living with a cat can be beneficial to children. However, children and cats may not always automatically have a wonderful relationship.