4 January 2009, 4:00 pm
Well, it depends on the cat. Most have a very good memory. For instance, kittens that experience positive interactions with people and other animals remember that the rest of their lives. And a cat that has one really awful experience with, say, a strange teenager who visits the house—he may there... Read More »
4 January 2009, 4:00 pm
Trout, I love the name! The chewing certainly can be a problem, and even a danger with the electrical cords. There are a couple of things you can try. For some cats, offering them increased fiber in the diet can prove helpful. Try offering one of the commercial hairball formulation products and/or p... Read More »
4 January 2009, 4:00 pm
This is not an unusual behavior for a cat that lived as a stray for a period of time. Some of these fellows never seem to lose the idea that food might not be there tomorrow. However, just to be safe, please schedule a veterinary exam to rule out the possibility of hyperthyroidism, a common issue wi... Read More »
4 January 2009, 4:00 pm
Dear me, those kitties sure know how to get under our skin! I doubt that Simba hates you, he just wants to pick and choose when to interact. It’s likely that he recognizes the kids are…well, they’re kids, so he’s more tolerant of them. They’re also closer to the floor than you are. He may ... Read More »
4 January 2009, 4:00 pm
Yes, absolutely, there’s hope! These kitties sound like lovely individuals, but too often, there’s an “odd cat out” that gets picked on. It probably would have been better had you interceded earlier—they’ve had time to practice this behavior for some time. That means it will take an equa... Read More »
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