Care & Healthy Living

PetMD Editorial

Reviewed for accuracy on May 29, 2020, by Dr. Katy Nelson, DVM If you can count yourself as one of the lucky cat owners who has never had the misfortune of walking into a room and smelling “cat,” then...

Hannah Hart, DVM

When cats scratch furniture, carpets, and other personal belongings, it’s often labeled an “inappropriate” behavior that must be corrected. However, scratching is a perfectly normal behavior for cats;...

Hannah Hart, DVM

Having cats that fight with each other in a multi-pet household can be stressful. This is especially true if you’ve just adopted one cat and had hoped that your resident cat would be happy to have another...

Katie Grzyb, DVM

Seborrhea, otherwise known as scaling of the skin, is an uncommon condition in cats. This scaling is made of dead skin cells (called corneocytes) that accumulate on the skin, hair follicles, or hair coat....

Lauren Mick, LVT

Cats may seem self-sufficient, but don’t let that fool you. Just like people, your furry feline needs regular wellness checkups. Depending on their age and health status, your vet may recommend bringing...

Hannah Hart, DVM

Have you ever been peacefully petting your cat, and they suddenly attack you? Or maybe you were just sitting near them and they decided to bite and swat at you. Why do cats do this? What causes a cat to...