How will my cats be if I leave for four months?
Q. I have to leave for four months for work and I have two cats. My fiancee will be taking care of them at my house while I am gone, she does not live with me, just stopping by. My brother will not take care of the cats but he will be staying at my place most of the time, when he is not there a friend of mine who will not acknowledge the cats will be there as well. My brother will not go near the cats because they both hate him, hissing scratching, etc. My friend is allergic but is okay as long as he not too close to the cats.
Asked by jimmy - Sun Mar 16 10:15:12 2008 - Cats - 5 Answers - Comments

A. They might get a little depressed at the worst, and maybe sulk at you for your first few days back (cats like to give the silent-treatment...) but if they are together and there is someone in the house most of the time, they should be fine. Get them some toys they could plat together with while they're alone...
Answered by creativity - Sun Mar 16 10:27:27 2008

Introducing new cats when moving into a new home that neither pet owner has lived in before?
Q. Okay, I have a cat, and my boyfriend has one. In the future we plan on moving into an apartment together, instead of me moving into his house or him moving into mine. So we have a unique cat situation. We won't be introducing cats to a house that already has cats. So not only will we have the trauma of a new house, but throw in a new cat as well. Neither of them will have the "home field" advantage. How difficult will this be?
Asked by concretebrunette - Tue Oct 23 13:51:32 2007 - Cats - 4 Answers - Comments

A. When you are ready to move , let a friend move your cat , have them make the trip a little stressful. You be waiting for your cat at the new apartment ... thus the cat sees you as his savior. You saved it from the evil stranger who plucked it from its old sanctuary..and then save it ... your cat will be thrilled just to be with you. ditto for the boyfriends cat. good luck
Answered by Barry W - Tue Oct 23 13:59:25 2007

My cats started peeing outside the box and now pee anywhere in my basement. How can I stop this?
Q. I moved in with my mother and her cat, along with my two cats. Things were fine in the beginning but now the cats just pee anywhere they want to in my basement. I have three cat boxes, one for each cat and we clean them everyday. I cleaned them once and immediately after, the cat pooped in the middle of the floor anyway. Its driving us crazy and any advice on how to change their behavior would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Asked by Ashley G - Sun Oct 3 17:33:50 2010 - Cats - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Your cats may be ill or perhaps need to be spayed or neutered. Improper elimination is often a symptom of a medical problem. Usually it's a urinary infection and easily treated. These conditions are PAINFUL. So off to the vet! Litter box problems are very frustrating for all...human and feline. Here's a link that you might find helpful: Here's a link to Cat Attract Kitty Litter. Many have had success with this product: Good Luck!
Answered by Spike & Co. - Sun Oct 3 17:49:05 2010

How do Cats and Dogs know which is cat food and which is dog food?
Q. I have 2 cats and three dogs. One night, I ran out of cat food (the dry type) and my cats were hungry. So since I had dog food only and the shops were closed, I gave them dog kibbles. They're more or less of the same shape and size and are made of the same ingredients - chicken. My cats took a nibble and refused the rest of the bowl, preferring to go hungry than eat dog food. The next day, i got them a fresh pack of made-for-cats kibbles and they immediately dived in and ate up. How come my cats knew what I gave them wasn't cat food? I also know of dogs that won't eat cat food for the long run (not mine though, cos they're pigs and will eat anything). It would be good if a pet food manufacturer can answer this question. Is there some… [cont.]
Asked by Aneleh - Fri Mar 2 03:59:33 2007 - Dogs - 8 Answers - 16 Comments

A. They know, especially dogs. If you leave the cat food bowl on the floor the dog will go after it before it goes for the dog food. Cat food is higher quality ingredients than dog food, and dogs know this because after they try cat food they think it tastes better. Cats usually won't eat the dog food if it is on the floor because of the same reasons. They know the cat food tastes better as well. Here is a solution to keep the dog from eating the cat's food. Put the cat food bowl up on the counter top where the dog can't reach it. Only the cat can jump up there, and the cat won't go near the dogs food bowl on the floor.
Answered by gregorynsmith7051 - Fri Mar 2 06:14:04 2007

How do I discourage cats from walking on my car?
Q. Every week someone's cat walks all over the hood of my car which I just cleaned. The cat leaves their paw prints all over the hood of my expensive car. I have nothing against cats but I always have to clean my car a lot since of this. Is there some sort of scented car wash that will discourage the cat from walking on my car? I have a feeling that the cat likes to sit on my car because it's warm on the hood.
Asked by RayRay1284 - Sun Mar 4 19:42:21 2007 - Cats - 11 Answers - Comments

A. Try something cats will wont like but u also remember if you put clrox, anything that is a cleaning soultion do put that is toxic you dont want to kill them though try a noise maker something loud just buy a car protector i know the cats will go on it but they wont stain it then!
Answered by Rosiee x33 (: - Sun Mar 4 19:49:21 2007

How do I get my cats to stop fighting and peeing on things?
Q. My two cats are now living with my roommate's two cats. They have been together for about 3 months now. Just recently, they started fighting my cats. My male cat is so scared to leave my room -- so he won't use the litter box in the basement, instead he uses my bed. But the other two cats will fight him and pick on him. Clumps of fur and blood everywhere. I don't blame him for being scared. What can I do to ease the situation? And my roommate's male cat keeps marking his territory. Any solution to that?
Asked by Amanda - Tue Dec 28 11:22:58 2010 - Cats - 4 Answers - Comments

A. Your roommate's cat is probably the biggest/strongest cat and he's showing signs of an alpha male by marking his territory as a show of power. He probably sees your cat as a threat to his position, hence the fighting. Check with your roommate to see if he's been fixed, and get him to fix his cat. Maybe you need to relocate the litter box for your cat (a separate one) for the time being to avoid any further bloodshed. Also, try to spend more time with all cats, observe how they play with one another and you might find your answer.
Answered by Michelle - Wed Dec 29 04:33:58 2010

Why do some cats lay down and others fall over?
Q. I've been around cats all my life and have two of my own at the moment. I've noticed some cats when they go to lay down will just fall over sideways while others will lay down gently. In my findings most of the fall over cats are always the extremly friendly ones. Has anyone else ever noticed this and how does your cat lay down?
Asked by Boring - Wed Jul 23 16:28:43 2008 - Cats - 7 Answers - Comments

A. Haha! That's an interesting question. I think it mainly depends on the circumstances and their mood. My cats do both. Think about how you come home from working hard or you're just really tired and when you get to your bed... PLOP, because you're exhausted and just happy to relax, while other times you just lay down normally.
Answered by Lisa - Thu Jul 24 13:19:41 2008

What are cats doing when they press on another cat's stomach?
Q. I think it's similar to what cat's do to people sometimes, but they do it to the stomach of other cats. What does it mean?
Asked by (The Girl You Lost To Cocaine) - Sun Jan 3 00:35:14 2010 - Cats - 4 Answers - Comments

A. This procedure is actually a reminder of kitten hood. From the age of three weeks until weaning kittens spend a lot of their time kneading and purring around their mothers milk supplying nipples. Kittens learn very quickly that the movement of their paws on either side of the nipple stimulates and increases the milk flow. A soft and warm or comfortable area, whether it be our laps or the favorite cushion on the couch seems to bring out this kittenish behavior in cats.
Answered by Pearls Before Swine - Sun Jan 3 00:39:40 2010

Can old cats eventually get used to a cat flap?
Q. We had to get new glass fitted in our back door. At the same time we got the man to fit a cat flap. My cats are terrified of the thing having not had to use one before. How can I get them used to it. I've tried the trick of enticing them with a treat, but that don't work. Anyone got any other ideas? Thanks everyone. You've all been very helpful.
Asked by doreron - Sat Aug 1 08:03:53 2009 - Cats - 6 Answers - Comments

A. All they have to do is to get used to it. Put some food on the other side & while holding your cat, gently open the door towards the food & let go of the cat. See what happens. If one cat watches another do it, he is more apt to try it [again] himself. Good luck. . I have 4 cats . . .
Answered by Jim - Sat Aug 1 08:09:57 2009

How do cats communicate with other cats?
Q. I have two cats(well actually one cat and one kitten)and sometimes when they are in the same room they look at eachother and I wonder if they are talking to eachother. Do they have some sort of non-talking cat language?
Asked by Elizabeth - Tue Jun 8 17:51:29 2010 - Cats - 6 Answers - Comments

A. Cats do not use words and vocabulary like we do, but they still communicate with one another. They are not telepathic, but can read eachother by simple body language. Imagine a society without words, where you can determine someone s mood by just looking at them. Where you can have an entire conversation with someone and not say a word. How do cats do it? How do two unfamiliar cats greet one another? Do cats have social hierarchies like dogs do? Cats have very subtle ways of speaking with one another and use various means to communicate, including vocal and body language. Any cat owner can tell you that their cat makes many different sounds. When speaking with us, cats will often meow and display different body postures. Each meow may… [cont.]
Answered by Amelie - Tue Jun 8 18:00:37 2010

Do people think cats are evolving to become more dependent?
Q. This is a question I've been wondering about recently. I've noticed that a lot more people are getting more than one cat, and a lot of them say it's because their cat was lonely and needed a buddy (obviously that shouldn't be the only reason to get another cat). Personally, I have two cats and neither of them act very independent at all. I'm not sure what i think on this matter, but I was wondering what other people think. Do you think cats are evolving to become less independent?
Asked by claire1332 - Mon Oct 30 00:38:46 2006 - Cats - 3 Answers - Comments

A. They are social animals - not as social as dogs, but I once saw as many as 10 stray cats walking around together like a pack. And of course, they're descendants of wild species and have been tamed over generations to accommodate man better. (You wouldn't want something with the temperament of a lynx in your home!) Some cat races also have characteristics. Siamese are more independent and haughty (they were once revered as Gods - as if cats didn't have enough of an ego!). Maine Coons are really friendly and affectionate. Spanish tabbies are quiet, etc... They've been bred that way. I don't think there's any recent development, though. Evolution doesn't work that fast.
Answered by Opinionatedkitten - Mon Oct 30 00:49:48 2006

Can cat owners train their cats to stay at home?
Q. Some people don't want cats in their yard, so they rent cat traps or may try other less humane methods.
Asked by Shadee - Wed Jul 23 13:51:01 2008 - Cats - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. keep your cat inside. they live longer, happier, and healthier lives inside.
Answered by catloverme123 - Wed Jul 23 13:56:18 2008

How do older cats adpat to new kittens in the house?
Q. We have a nearly 2 year old female cat and are thinking of getting another kitten for company. I was wondering if they could pose a problem? eg. jealousy issues, territorial issues? Also do male cats have different temperaments than female cats? How do you go about introducing a kitten into a home with a cat?
Asked by La Dolly Vita - Wed Jun 11 03:03:11 2008 - Cats - 4 Answers - Comments

A. They will adapt after a short period of jealousy. Cats are more solitary than dogs, so you won't have the Alpha Male problem. The older cats may leave the new ones alone, however the new kittens will want to play. They may get batted around a bit, but not viciously. They will learn to respect the territory of the older cat, but the older cat will also learn to play a little with the new kitten. Just bring the new cat in, show the cat the to the older cat, and stay close by to see how they interact.
Answered by c tori - Wed Jun 11 15:27:32 2008

Ca Ts ???
Q. k, have you ever heard people say "cats have nine lifes" or "cats always with land on their paws" I always wonder if these two things are true? and well my question is, is this true and why or its not true and why. (please don't answer b/c you think but b/c you know!)
Asked by izzy_makes_u_dizzy! - Sat May 17 10:13:23 2008 - Cats - 7 Answers - 5 Comments

A. cats do seem to have multiple lives in certain situations, but obviously if it gets hit by a car its dead. some time in the 90's they did a cruel research on the feet thing and as long as they have enough time to figure out what's going on then yes they do land on their feet. Sometimes when they are playing they'll land on their side, but for the most part yes they do land on their paws
Answered by dastal - Sat May 17 10:19:47 2008

Are some cats never able to tolerate a second cat in the home?
Q. I have tried twice to bring a second cat into the home. My 9 year old cat, Katy will become depressed and urinate on shoes and throw rugs every time. I end up finding a home for the second cat and after a week or so Katy returns to her old self, using litter box and wanting affection. My question is, are there some cats that will never tolerate another cat in the home?
Asked by olivia p - Sun Nov 23 12:58:49 2008 - Cats - 12 Answers - 4 Comments

A. Yes. First thing is that a week isn't enough time for a 9 year old cat to adjust to a newbie. Most cats, when placed with new pets, act out, usually because of stress. And, then, after some time, it slows down, and they go back to normal. But, there are some cats that never adjust. My cat adjusted to another cat, but they both never really interacted with each other. Once I brought a kitten into the hosue, he spent 4 years HATING him. Never adjusted to him. So, yes. Some cats wont adjust, but you need to give it a bit longer then a week.
Answered by M - Sun Nov 23 13:05:20 2008

How would I introduce a new cat to my current cats that would be younger than the new cat?
Q. My question is basically this : I have two young cats. I would like to adopt a cat that is older than my current cats by one year. All questions about cat introductions that I found here have asked how to introduce a new kitten to an older cat that the person already owns, but never adding an older cat to a young cat household. How would that effect the peking order in the house?
Asked by .... - Sun Aug 21 04:08:29 2011 - Cats - 1 Answers - Comments

A. tell the older cat: you: (Name of older cat) good day! this is (name of younger cat). He's younger than you.
Answered by Jose george ii Marimat - Sun Aug 21 04:12:35 2011

How do I stop other cats using my cat's catflap?
Q. I have a timid female cat and recently put a cat flap in. Unfortunately other cats are now coming in. I have chased cats out and they haven't come back, but one cat in particular just will not get the hint. I once even cornered him and poured a jug of water on him but he's been back. Are there any tried and tested (humane!) ways of getting rid of the unwanted cats?
Asked by Autumn - Sat Apr 5 05:22:45 2008 - Cats - 23 Answers - 5 Comments

A. lol...I dont think there is...the same thing will happen to me if I got a cat flap, which Is why im against the idea...my cats wont go through it and other cats will! If putting a jug of water over the cat didnt help I dont know what will!
Answered by Megan - Sat Apr 5 05:30:06 2008

How many cats before you become a crazy cat lady?
Q. How many cats can one person own before being considered a crazy cat lady? Assume money and space are sufficient to caring for any cats acquired.
Asked by Myya 'Nerry'... - Sat Sep 10 18:14:17 2011 - Cats - 8 Answers - Comments

A. If you can afford excellent food, all necessary veterinary care, and have sufficient space the deciding factor would be how much time you have to have a relationship with each cat and to provide each with individual attention. No set number. It would depend on the person.
Answered by susan n - Sat Sep 10 18:22:25 2011

How do cats and other animals tolerate the cold of winter?
Q. Especially cats, since they are so tiny. It is hard to believe that their fur does much when the weather is so snowy and freezing cold. My young cat will stay outside for hours at a time. Which brings me to another question, is there a way I can get my cat to be more of an indoor cat? It always wants to go outside unless it is hungry.
Asked by Mieeo - Tue Jan 16 19:53:40 2007 - Cats - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. They have a way of finding all the cozy spots to sleep. If they stay out in the cold a lot, they need more food. The extra food helps their bodies generate the heat they need to stay warm. I'm not sure how to get your cat to stay indoors. Is it fixed? That's one thing that will help it want to stay in. But I had a cat once that wouldn't stay in all the time unless it was cold outside. It's hard to keep a cat inside when it starts "working" on getting out by tearing up the blinds, the door facings, etc.
Answered by rugbee - Tue Jan 16 20:16:25 2007

Ca TS!!!?
Q. Why do cats get big after they've been fixed!?!?!!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!!?!?!!?!?!?!
Asked by Appaloosa girl! - Sun Mar 23 21:51:12 2008 - Cats - 13 Answers - 5 Comments

A. I'm assuming you mean fatter by "big". This is because the decrease of hormones sort of messes up the way their systems are originally supposed to work. I can't get technical, I really don't know, but it is just like the reason for them to stop spraying or becoming more docile. One relation I can think of is when women (human) get menopause, they decrease in estrogen, and commonly gain weight because the metbolism slows.
Answered by Mosquito Algebra Fountain Thrash - Sun Mar 23 22:08:10 2008