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Interesting Facts: How a Man Tamed a Cat
A large international team of scientists conducted a large-scale study, analyzing the DNA of a variety of cat remains from all areas of the world over 9,000 years: from the Mesolithic to the 20th century.
Diana Dashkevich pets history pets facts Animals 25 October 2023
Train your cat to use human toilet: Pet owner's tips
A modern Internet trend suggests training your cat to use your regular human toilet, so you can save money on cat litter. While few cats get this habit naturally, you can train your cat to do it - and it's easier than you might think.
Kate Yakimchuk pets training toilet habits Animals 25 October 2023
Teaching cats to be quiet at night: Pet owner's tips
Your cat is a nocturnal animal, so it prefers to stay awake at night - and it can be quite problematic for light sleepers who wake up easily. Luckily, you can teach your cat to be quieter at night, or even sleep next to you, so it won't bother you.
Kate Yakimchuk pets habits training night Animals 25 October 2023
Cats love these people: Be a good pet owner
Have you ever noticed that some people have to chase cats to interact with them, and some people naturally attract them? It's not a coincidence - some types of people actually attract cats, so they want to hang out with them.
Kate Yakimchuk pets people personality Animals 25 October 2023
Interesting Facts: What Types of Cats Exist Today
An international team of scientists has presented the results of a new genetic study that suggests cats were domesticated in what is now the Middle East.
Diana Dashkevich wild animals animal facts Animals 24 October 2023
Good to Know: Why Cats Boost Your Mood
Playing with a cat (or dog) releases the hormone oxytocin, which promotes relaxation and counteracts chronic stress hormones (cortisol).
Diana Dashkevich pets mood pets facts Animals 24 October 2023
Brushing cat's teeth: Keep your pet healthy
You know that you should brush your teeth at least once a day, but do you know that you should also brush your cat's teeth? While animals naturally don't brush their teeth, domestic cats tend to live longer than stray ones, so they might face health problems later in life.
Kate Yakimchuk pets teeth health Animals 24 October 2023
Important to Know: How to Properly Pet a Cat
In addition, while some cats may react aggressively to unwanted physical attention, others may simply tolerate our social advances in exchange for good things (food and shelter).
Diana Dashkevich pets animal care Animals 23 October 2023
Interesting Facts: History of the Origin of Cats
Domestic cats also show relatively modest genetic differences from their ancestors, meaning their brains are likely still programmed to think like a wild cat.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 23 October 2023
Picking a perfect cat breed for you: Pet owners' tips
Cat breeds aren't as different as dog breeds, but they still can be different - so what breed to choose? Features like complexion, hair length, personality, and habits can matter a lot for you as a pet owner.
Kate Yakimchuk pets breeds choosing Animals 22 October 2023
Childbirth in a Cat: What to Do
If the birth proceeds without complications, the cat's instincts will tell him what to do at each stage. However, if this is the first birth and the cat is still completely inexperienced, then you should monitor its behavior and help at the right time.
Diana Dashkevich pets animal care Animals 21 October 2023
Cats eating houseplants: Curious pet habits
Does your cat eat your houseplants? If it does, then you're not alone - lots of domestic cats do it. But why?
Kate Yakimchuk pets houseplants habits Animals 21 October 2023
Getting rid of cat's fleas: Help your pet
Fleas can be not only unpleasant, but also quite dangerous - they can make your cat weak, nervous, and constantly stressed. If you notice that your cat has fleas, then it's time to act immediately, so you can save your pet.
Kate Yakimchuk pets fleas health Animals 21 October 2023
How to stop your cat from sleeping on your laptop: Pet owner tips
Sometimes cats love sleeping on their owners' laptops - for some reason, they find it warm and cozy. While sometimes it can't damage your laptop in any way, sometimes it can cause problems, so it's better to stop you cat from doing it.
Kate Yakimchuk cat pets habits laptop Animals 19 October 2023
Cat's leg hunt: Curious pet habits
Some cats have a pretty curious habit of hunting their owner's legs when possible - usually when they go to sleep and put their legs under blankets. While some cats do it gently, others can cause painful scratches, leaving their owners confused and upset.
Kate Yakimchuk pets habits Animals 19 October 2023
Important to Know: Which Smells Are Dangerous for Cats
The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center has approved a list of essential oils that are most dangerous for cats. These include oils of pine, eucalyptus, clove, tea tree, citrus, ylang-ylang, cinnamon, wintergreen, and pennyroyal.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts animal care Animals 18 October 2023
Interesting Facts: Features of the Sense of Smell in Cats
Scientists from Ohio State University have created an accurate 3D model of a cat's olfactory structures, writes the Daily Mail.
Diana Dashkevich pets pets facts Animals 18 October 2023
Cats showing displeasure: Know your pet better
When cats dislike their food, you can clearly see it - but only if you understand the signs. Like other animals, cats can be picky, but they also can sense when their food is spoiled or bad for them.
Kate Yakimchuk pets food signs Animals 18 October 2023
Interesting Facts: Why Kittens Touch Us So Much
Humans have an "innate mechanism" that causes them to respond to infants' particular facial features. Unlike adults, they have larger eyes and heads, which resonates with us. This assumption was confirmed by a study published in July 2016.
Diana Dashkevich pets studies Animals 17 October 2023
Important to Know: Why You Shouldn’t Own a Brachycephalic Dog Breed
Veterinarians have long urged breeders to recognize that brachycephalic breeds are not as healthy as they should be.
Diana Dashkevich pets dog breeds dogs animal care Animals 17 October 2023