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Feline Topics (16)
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) Feline
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Unlike HIV in humans, FIV rarely transmits through casual contact; it primarily spreads through deep bite wounds from infected cats. elaborate

Cat Socialization Feline
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Kittens should ideally be exposed to a variety of sights, sounds, and people between 2 and 7 weeks old for optimal socialization, impacting their adult behavior. elaborate

Cat Dental Care Feline
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Cats are prone to periodontal disease, and gingivitis can develop in just a few weeks without proper dental care. elaborate

Cat Treats Feline
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Some cat treats are designed to help improve dental health by scraping plaque off teeth as the cat chews. elaborate

Cat Toys Feline
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Catnip, the common cat toy ingredient, only affects about 50% of cats. elaborate

Cat Grooming Feline
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Cats spend up to 50% of their waking hours grooming themselves. elaborate

Cat Behavior Feline
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Cats purr not only when they're happy, but also when they're stressed, injured, or in pain as a form of self-soothing. elaborate

Cat Litter & Litter Boxes Feline

The first commercial cat litter was made from sand. elaborate

Cat Breeds Feline
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The Sphynx cat, known for its lack of coat, isn't truly hairless; it has a fine layer of downy fuzz. elaborate

Hairball Prevention Feline
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Adding a small amount of pumpkin puree to your cat's food can help prevent hairballs. elaborate

Senior Cat Care Feline
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Senior cats often develop kidney issues, so providing them with plenty of fresh water is crucial. elaborate

Kitten Care Feline
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Kittens need to eat multiple small meals a day, rather than just a couple of large ones, because their stomachs are so small. elaborate

Cat Food Feline
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Some cat foods contain taurine, an amino acid cats can't produce themselves and need for heart health. elaborate

Cat Scratching Posts Feline
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Cats scratch posts not just to sharpen their claws, but also to mark their territory using scent glands in their paws. elaborate

Cat Care Feline
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Cats can't taste sweetness. elaborate

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) Feline
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FeLV is spread through saliva, not just bites, meaning cats can transmit the virus through grooming or sharing food/water bowls. elaborate

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