cat behavior

How to Teach Your Cat Proper Scratching Habits

Is your feline friend tearing up your sofa or carpet? Fluffy has many wonderful characteristics, but her nail care regime isn’t always a big hit with her owners. In fact, scratching is one of the most common complaints we hear from cat parents. We are here to help! A local Lakeville, MN vet gives some…

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6 Things That Annoy Your Cat

If you have a kitty, you may have noticed that your feline friend has some very specific tastes. Just like people, cats all have their own unique preferences. While every cat is unique, kitties do share quite a few pet peeves! In this article, a Lakeville, MN vet lists five things that Fluffy hates. Being…

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Your Cat’s Aggression Can Disrupt Your Home

Your big tabby cat Harley has become an ambush artist. Although your six-year-old feline has always been a bit sneaky, he has recently begun lurking behind the furniture, lying in wait for an unlucky victim. Then, he pounces with lightning speed, leaving angry red scratches on their ankles and legs. He also regularly attacks your…

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Stop Your Cat’s Foul-Smelling Spraying Behavior

Your tabby cat Zeus wants to take over your house. For starters, your four-year-old feline housemate began tracking your family’s movements every day. Satisfied that the humans were under control, he turned to bullying your two other cats and dog into submission. Although his antics just seemed part of his bossy personality, you couldn’t overlook…

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Controlling Your Cat’s Scratching

Scratching is one of the most common complaints cat owners have about their feline pals. Kitty’s scratching can definitely take a toll on your furniture and carpet! You may not be able to stop your furball from scratching entirely, but you can encourage proper scratching habits. Your Lakeville veterinarian discusses Fluffy’s scratching habit in this…

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Signs of Sickness in Cats

Part of being a responsible pet owner is monitoring your furbaby for any signs of illness or injury. With our feline friends, this can be a bit tricky at times. When Kitty lived in the wild, she learned to mask any signs of illness or weakness, so as not to attract the attention of predators….

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