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in the Multiple Cat Household

Why do some cats adore each other while others can't pass each other without swatting or hissing? Why are these often the same two cats, alternating between affection and aggression? These are common questions in multiple cat households, which represent more than half of all homes with pet cats. There are solutions for improving the social dynamics among co-habitating cats, and a harmonious feline household often needs to start with proper introductions.

 

Dr. Suzanne Hetts, a veterinary behaviorist, provides tips on helping cats co-exist. She emphasizes how important it is to introduce a new cat to an existing cat extremely slowly, never allowing animosity to build. Because cats are not naturally social with other cats in the way dogs are, a new cat is certainly not initially seen as a new playmate but rather a competitor. This can lead to fear, anxiety, and aggression in one or both cats.  

We are happy to announce we will be expanding our grooming services in the next few weeks. Not only will we do medical grooming, we will also offer full-service grooming to prevent long-haired cats from developing mats, to keep cats cool in warm weather or to get cats primped for a special event like a cat show. 

Recently, Joy Bracken-Cobo joined our team and will be heading up our grooming services. She comes with many years of experience having owned her own grooming salon and was the head groomer in a cat practice in California. Watch for more detailed information on our expanded grooming services coming soon to your inbox. 

For cats, scratching things in their environment is perfectly normal. It's one way they mark their safe territory and it is also vital for the health of the claws. Every kitty must have a spot to scratch, and cardboard scratchers are a great way to provide that with very little cost.