Why Do Cats Poop When Fighting? The Truth!
Why do cats poop when fighting? Extreme fear triggers fight-or-flight, and a terrified cat can lose bowel control. Learn how to calm a scared cat.

Why do cats poop when fighting? Extreme fear triggers fight-or-flight, and a terrified cat can lose bowel control. Learn how to calm a scared cat.

Why do cats clean themselves around you? Grooming near you means your cat feels safe and relaxed. Learn which skin creams are risky for cats.

Cats should be bathed in lukewarm water, never hot or cold, in any season. Most cats rarely need baths; use a cat shampoo and rinse it all out.

Cats react to combs because their hearing is very sensitive to sharp, high sounds. Learn which sounds can trigger seizures in older cats (FARS).

Male cats likely can't tell which kittens are theirs, since one litter can have several fathers. Some toms tolerate kittens; keep newborns apart.

Do cats get tired of meowing? A cat may pause, then meow again until it gets what it wants. Learn why cats meow and how to curb excessive meowing.

Big cats don't recognize house cats as relatives. Leopards and mountain lions may kill pets. See how wild and domestic cats are alike and differ.

Siamese cats get darker because a heat-sensitive pigment enzyme works in cooler body areas. Cold weather, age and shaved patches can darken fur.

Why is your cat always sleeping on the floor? Usually the floor is cooler. Learn other reasons, when to see a vet, and tips to make the bed appealing.

To make your cat less clingy, rule out illness with a vet, then add daily play, toys, a steady routine, and reward calm behavior instead of demands.