Is it bad luck if a black cat crosses your path? It depends on where you live! Every country seems to have its own myths about black cats. Where did all those myths about black cats come from, Thomasina? They make me scared of black cats. — Nervous Nellie Hey, Nellie! Good question! I’ve often…
When cats get stuck in trees, it’s not because we’re klutzes. Blame our claws, which are designed to go up, not down. I’ve put together some tips for helping a cat who’s stuck in a tree. Spoiler Alert: Don’t bother calling the fire department! Why do cats get stuck in trees, Thomasina? It seems if…
Are you concerned that your cat has separation anxiety? I’ve put together seven suggestions that will help her feel better. I think my cat has separation anxiety, Thomasina. What can I do? She gets so anxious and depressed when I leave the house. — Feeling Guilty Hey, Feeling Guilty! If your cat has separation anxiety,…
Do cats like dogs? Some of us do. Try these tips for bringing an outside cat in and introducing him to your dog. Do cats like dogs, Thomasina? A cat has been living on my deck for months, and I’d like to invite him to come in. I don’t want him to hate living with…
Do cats bond with their people? That depends on the cat! Some of us love our people (I do!) and some, not so much. Do cats bond with their people, Thomasina? I’m thinking about adopting a cat, but I want a close friend, not just another body in the house. Would I be happier with…
Cats need exercise as much as humans do. If your cat’s a couch potato, I’ve thought of nine ways to get him up and moving. Don’t cats need exercise Thomasina? My cats spend most of the day sleeping!— Worried Cat MomHi, Worried…Yes, cats need exercise! But I don’t think you should worry that your cats…
Can cats eat dog food? Ugh… I guess we can if we really want to. But there are several reasons why we need cat food, too. Can cats eat dog food, Thomasina? My cat likes the dog’s food better than her own. — Worried Hi Worried… Ugh. Dog food is about the last thing I’d…
Do cats get bored with their food? I certainly do! But preventing boredom isn’t the only reason why you should give your cat a variety of cat food brands and flavors. Do cats get bored with their food, Thomasina? I just bought my cats a whole case of the food they’ve been eating for…
Should you get a kitten as a playmate for your adult cat? Ummm… I really wouldn’t recommend it! Should I get a kitten as a playmate for my adult cat Thomasina? He’s eight years old and is becoming so lazy. Do you think he’d like having a kitten to play with? Mike’s Mom Hi Mike’s…
Does the weather affect your behavior? It affects ours! When winter’s coming, we eat more. And the weather affects cat behavior in other ways, too. I heard that the changing weather affects cat behavior, Thomasina. Is that true? — Curious Hi Curious… Good question! The weather definitely affects cat behavior. It certainly affects…
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