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 Displacement activities and stereotypes in cats life
An out-of-context or irrelevant response to anxiety is called a displacement behavior. During a social conflict, for example, a harassed cat may be undecided about whether to run from its attacker or..
 Treating a stressed cat
If your cat shows persistent or significant behavior changes, take the cat to the veterinarian. Illness may be the stressor that is producing the behavior changes and it should be ruled out first. If..
 Black cats folklore - witches - beliefs about black cats
Black cats have played a major role for centuries in folklore, superstition, and mythology. Black cats in the middle ages were believed to be witches’ familiars, and some people even believed them to..
 Cat to cat introductions
If the time has come for an addition to the feline family, introducing a new kitten to a single cat can be difficult. Cats are extremely territorial and often won’t easily allow a newcomer on their t..
 Cats & children
Many parents know that the best way for children to learn compassion and the importance of keeping commitments is by helping to care for a pet. Children learn from watching the adults in their lives...
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 Manifestations of stressed cats
When a friendly, extroverted cat suddenly becomes nervous and reactive, it is generally obvious to the owners that the cat is stressed. Stress may not be as easily detected in the shy, introverted cat..
 The stress factors in cats life
The Stress Factor
In order to solve behavior problems it is necessary to understand what causes stress in cats as well as what reduces stress in cats. Stress is a critical factor in most behavior p..
 Cat myths
If a cat urinates/defecates in the wrong spot (ie: on your favourite Persian rug), rub it’s nose in it.
Not only is rubbing your cat’s nose in it’s urine/faeces cruel, it serves no constructive pu..
 Cat trivia
Clay cat litter came about by accident. In 1948 a neighbour by the name of Kay Draper went into her local sawmill to pick up some sawdust for her cat’s litter tray. She had been using ash, but was fed..
 Cats & babies living together
Many untruths surround cats & newborn babies. Shelters are often asked to take in the family cat because a new baby has arrived & the parents worry about the risk the cat poses to the child. Most she..
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