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Abnormal cat behavior is a sure indicator that there is a problem, whether it be the result of an illness or anxiety. Monitor a cat's behavior to pinpoint underlying problems with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Aggressive cat behavior can develop in an animal that has an underlying medical problem or is under emotional distress, and the behavior can include excess nipping, clawing and biting. Take note of aggressive behavior with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Behavioral problems in cats usually develop due to physical or emotional discomfort, so recognizing signs of distress can help pinpoint an underlying problem early. Pay attention to a cat's behavioral patterns with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Feral cat behavior generally includes fleeing from or fighting humans, as feral cats are raised exclusively by other cats and usually have little to no socialization with people. Understand feral cat behavior as a means of survival with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Hairball blockages can occur in cats often, but brushing their coat daily to remove loose hair can prevent the occurrence of hairball-related coughing or vomiting. Maintain a cat's fur for fewer hairballs with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
To adopt a retired research cat, consult a veterinarian, search on the Internet and visit the local animal shelter to see if any such cats are available. Give a good home to a feline used for research with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Coping with cat allergies can involve getting hardwood or tile floors throughout the house, getting allergy injections, using an air purifier in the house and even visiting a chiropractor. Take measures to reduce cat allergies, which stem from the dander in feline saliva, with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
A male cat is neutered by a veterinarian, who makes a small incision in the scrotum, removes the testicles and ties off the ligaments. Understand the process of feline neutering with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Neutering cats without a vet is extremely illegal, as only veterinarians have the expertise required to administer anesthesia, make the incisions and suture the wound. Learn about the process of neutering with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Signs of constipation in a cat include straining in the litter box or failing to have a bowel movement for several days, but it can easily be treated with a quick trip to the vet's office. Recognize the signs of feline constipation with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Maine Coon cats generally have a mild temperament with a very generous and mellow demeanor, as they will even try to break up feline fights. Learn about the Maine Coon breed of cat with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
A good age to neuter a cat is generally 6 to 7 months of age, right before sexual maturity, but some animal shelters will neuter and spay felines as early as 2 months of age. Find out when to neuter a cat with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Male cats start spraying as early as 4 to 5 months old, right before sexual maturity, but spraying can generally be controlled by getting the animal neutered. Learn about male spraying behaviors with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Cats use litter boxes because of their natural instinct to urinate and defecate in sand or soil, so the litter box should be kept clean and in a quiet, private place. Keep the litter box an attractive place for pet cats to relieve themselves with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Hiding the cat litter box can be done by placing it behind the toilet, putting it in a closet or even finding a decorative chest that it fits into nicely. Use creativity when concealing a litter box, making sure the cat can still access it, with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Changing cat litter is important to maintain a clean environment for any pet cat, and finding the right type of litter can encourage good litter box habits. Keep the litter box clean with advice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care.
Cats have been domesticated pets for centuries, providing companionship to people as far back as 9,500 years ago. Despite the stereotype of cats as solitary animals with no need for human presence, many cats have a very social relationship with their owners, providing and receiving affection on many levels. In fact, some people suggest that human owners provide a sort of surrogate mother figure for cats and kittens and that adult domesticated cats live in a sort of extended kittenhood. In this free video series on pet care, a cat behavioral therapist discusses taking care of pet cats. Find out how to observe abnormal cat behavior in order to pinpoint an underlying medical or emotional problem. Understand how cats can react under emotional stress, and find out how to discourage spraying behaviors in male cats. Get tips on basic cat care, and find out how to create a harmonious environment for both cat and owner.
Carole Wilbourn Carole Wilbourn's work and advice on cat behavioral therapy is covered regularly in countless magazines and newspapers, including The New York Times, The New York Daily News, The New Yorker, National Geographic, Biography Magazine, L.A. Life, Marie Claire, The Chicago Tribune, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The London Daily Mail, The National Post and The Montreal Gazette. Over her more than three-decade-long career, Wilbourn has devised the "Wilbourn Ways" of curing and preventing cats' behavior problems. She makes house calls coast to coast and consults by telephone at (212) 741-0397. She works with many veterinarians to devise programs for cats with psychological and emotionally-based disorders. Wilbourn is a staff consultant at Westside Veterinary Center in New York City.dkdk
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