Cat Behavior 101
Published on Sep 21, 2012
There’s no doubt that cats make great pets. They’re cute, cuddly and fun! But sometimes they can behave in ways that frustrate owners. Join Dr. Debra Horwitz as she discusses the common problem behaviors in cats and how to address these behaviors to keep our cats in our homes and keep the human-animal bond strong.
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AVMAvets (American Veterinary Medical Association) via Google+
1 year ago
Sure, you love your kitty. But sometimes you frustrate each other…right? In our latest video, Dr. Deb Horwitz, a veterinary behaviorist, provides insight into cat behavior and how you can adapt to make everyone’s life better.
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Jennafer Glaesemann via Google+
1 year ago
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AVMAvets (American Veterinary Medical Association) originally shared this
Sure, you love your kitty. But sometimes you frustrate each other…right? In our latest video, Dr. Deb Horwitz, a veterinary behaviorist, provides insight into cat behavior and how you can adapt to make everyone’s life better.
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Arbor View Veterinary Clinic via Google+
1 year ago
Cat Behavior 101
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Digi Marabese
8 months ago
It’s also worth getting at least 1 scratching post for each cat, on the internet you can get very good prices. If you have the space, get 2 scratching posts per cat and spread them around their territory. Declawing should not be done at all. The same with litter boxes – 1 per cat again. In the past we’ve had friendly cats, timid cats & aggressive cats – each has their own personalities.
kendy4
1 year ago
Awesome video!
Ripley1156
10 months ago
i love cats!
iffytiffylove
6 months ago
I’m a senior (grade 12) in high school with plans of pursuing a career in cat behavior. is there anything specific I should be aware of before entering my career?
trey10th
4 months ago
My cat hissed at my dad. Will they be able to stay together anymore?
AmerVetMedAssn
5 months ago
in reply to Beatrix Bodó
Beatrix, it’s hard to say why he’s doing those things without seeing the cat in person for an examination. We can’t give out medical advice online; it’s actually illegal in some cases to do so. That said, the best person to ask is your vet.
blub blubbie
10 months ago
in reply to Ryan Cheung
she just wants to mark you as her territory
XxBaRHoMxX
7 months ago
in reply to AmerVetMedAssn
no, i was just asking was wondering if they come back like dogs
AmerVetMedAssn
6 months ago
in reply to Renato A. Cavalcante
You should really ask your cat’s veterinarian. We can’t provide medical advice online. Your veterinarian can examine your cat and talk to you about her behavior.
greengrendel
5 months ago
in reply to Beatrix Bodó
I also know a cat that stops swallowing while being pet, might be a bit of mental retardation. the headbutting is a show of affection. No idea about the toilet, but I hear they prefer to drink far away from their food bowl.
AmerVetMedAssn
7 months ago
in reply to XxBaRHoMxX
Is your cat microchipped? Does she have a collar and tag? There are no guarantees that she’ll come back, but if your cat has collar, tag, and microchip, it’s more likely she’ll be found and returned to you.
Digi Marabese
9 months ago
Great advice AmerVetMedAssn my cat Smoggy often likes some privacy. She likes to jump onto my back and hop into a high up cupboard in the mornings. I then leave a chair for her to jump out when she is ready to be more social – usually after a few hours.
AmerVetMedAssn
1 year ago
in reply to Maggie CC
Per the California Veterinary Medical Association, in response to a question about brushing and bathing cats: “It’s not critical to brush short-haired cats, but long-haired cats need frequent brushing to prevent mats that can become severe.You’ll be happy to know that cats don’t usually require baths—you keep yourselves pretty clean on your own!”
Rose Marsden
6 months ago
Thaxs for helping
Beatrix Bodó
5 months ago
My cat does things that I don’t get. When I pet him, he often starts drooling and seems like he tries to get as much saliva on me as possible. Also he always headbutts me violently, sometimes so hard that I’m surprised he hasn’t got himself a concussion yet. It doesn’t bother me, I’m just curious. Oh and he always has fresh water, but doesn’t want to drink it. He has several bowls, but he prefers rain water or the toilet (if he manages to sneak in). Can someone tell me why he does these things?
Beatrix Bodó
5 months ago
in reply to AmerVetMedAssn
I see, thank you.
Entraya Korsbakke
1 year ago
in reply to Ryan Cheung
It’s a happy friendly cat that likes attention and to be scratched.. I’ve met a few cats like that. Cats have different behaviors, simply
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