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Cat Behavior

Deciphering a cat tail twitch? We’ve got expert tips for the wackiest of behaviors.

Woman frustrated with her cat at home.
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Why Does My Cat Poop Outside of the Litter Box?

The worst kind of surprise.

basic obedience & training

Learn how to teach your pet basic obedience from the pros: potty training, crate training, even litter box training. Plus, how to find a professional trainer.

White Cat And His Reflection On Window While He Stares At The Outside.

The pros and cons of letting your cat explore the neighborhood (and beyond).

two cats sharing litter box

The better question is should they?

A gray cat in a tan cat carrier

Here’s how you can train your stubborn cat to do one of their least-favorite things.

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behavioral issues

Dog barking? Cat scratching? Our experts have tips to help all sorts of behavior and aggression issues so your pet can earn that “good boy!” (or girl).

Cat scratching a couch in the living room.

Plus, how to keep your kitty from destroying the couch.

Three cat puzzles on a colorful pink, burgundy, and green color-block background

Genius takes many forms. Could your cat be one?

Woman frustrated with her cat at home.

The worst kind of surprise.

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Ask a Vet

Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.

behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Woman holding her cat.

They might not care about the answer, but you do.

Woman petting cat on her desk at home.

They’re trying to tell you something... but what?

White Cat And His Reflection On Window While He Stares At The Outside.

The pros and cons of letting your cat explore the neighborhood (and beyond).

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anxiety & separation anxiety

Learn how to deal with separation anxiety (and other forms of pet anxiety) so they keep calm when you’re not together.

Cat meowing at owner.

Just a small request to lower the volume, please.

Funny white cat plays on cat tree inside.

A question you may be asking after you observe any number of their behaviors...

A woman and a man grilling outside with a dog.

It’s the unofficial start of summer, and you don’t want to spend it at the emergency vet.

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