As a cat owner, ringworm is one of those words you don't want to hear when visiting the vet. Ringworm in cats is a zoonotic fungal skin condition that's highly contagious and can spread to other animals.
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When it comes to caring for your cat, you need to get your information from an expert. To see what Purina’s experts have to say about cat nutrition, behaviour, development, training and more, explore all our articles below.
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Cat treats are a great way to reward your cat during training and can serve as a way to strengthen the bond between you and your cat.
Cats drinking milk is typically the stuff of storybooks and movies — a child rescues a cat, and the first thing they do is feed it a shallow saucer of creamy milk.
Did you know that cats meow to people, but not to other cats? Adult cats that do not live with humans have clear communication with one another. So, why do cats meow at humans?
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The pancreas is a small organ responsible for important functions. When it becomes inflamed, this condition is called pancreatitis.
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If you've owned a cat for a while, you already know that they spend the vast majority of their time sleeping.
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Why do cats scratch, and more specifically, why do cats scratch furniture? If you’re starting to get the feeling that your cat just likes to destroy things, especially your expensive furniture, think again.
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As a cat owner and lover, you've probably become accustomed to many of the hissing, yowling and growling sounds that cats can make.
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You've found the perfect kitten, you're ready to bring them home, and you're starting to wonder where kittens should sleep for the best rest.
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If your cat is expecting, her nutritional needs have changed. Pregnant cats have greater calorie and protein requirements than their non-pregnant counterparts, so learning about what to feed a pregnant cat is key.
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Cats have a reputation for being cool and distant, detached and uninterested, or even standoffish.
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The combination of cats and water is seldom a match made in heaven. Cats pretty much hate the stuff, as you might have noticed if you’ve viewed any of the hilarious viral vids circulating online.
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Cat scratch fever, sometimes referred to as cat scratch disease, is one of a handful of illnesses known as zoonotic diseases that can (although rarely do) spread from animals to humans.
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Has your cat’s hacking and coughing left you asking, “What are cat hairballs?” If so, read on for some answers to your most common cat hairball questions.
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With their generally cute and playful attitude, it can be easy to forget that cats are miniature versions of apex predators and are perfectly designed night hunters.
