Many cat owners still believe outdated myths that can affect feline health and behavior, prompting veterinarians to clarify ...

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From aloof behavior to independence myths, these common misconceptions about cats are not as true as many people think ...

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DEAR PET TALK READERS: This is the last column for 2024, and I want to thank you all for your excellent questions. If I didn’t answer your question (“do cats’ coats affect their temperament? Because ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jen Reeder is an award-winning journalist who specializes in pets. The bird flu that is driving up the cost of eggs is also ...

Cat declawing (also called onychectomy) is the amputation of the first digital (toe) bones in a cat’s paw, including the nail bed and claw. It’s done to stop a cat’s natural scratching behavior. While ...

For the most part, dogs will buddy up to anyone who shows them some attention and affection, or even those who don't! Cats, on the other hand? They're a bit more discerning — that's part of what cat ...

The sound most commonly associated with happiness in cats—the purr—may actually reveal more about a cat’s identity, personality and mood than meowing does, a study has found.. Researchers led from ...