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Caring for a brachycephalic cat
Flat-faced cats such as Persians struggle to breathe. Here’s how to help.
Understanding cat behavior and feline language
Cats can seem mysterious, but you can decipher your cat's mood based on their vocalizations, body language and behavior.
Should cats wear collars?
Too few cats wear collars with ID, and too many pet owners come to regret it. Even if your cat hates collars, we have tips to help ensure your pet can be found.
What to do if you find what you think is a stray cat
That cat may be neither lost nor abandoned. They may be an outside cat or part of a community. If you find a cat, or a cat finds you, follow these steps.
How to find a lost cat
A systematic approach for rallying your friends, family, and community to recover your missing pet as well as tips on prevention.
How to care for outdoor cats in winter
Outdoor community cats—feral and stray—need to stay warm and well-nourished throughout winter. Follow our advice on TNR, building the best shelter, and keeping food and water from freezing.
Stop feline aggression to keep cats from fighting
Cats are territorial and don't always get along at first. Here are some tips to help keep the peace between your cats.
How to keep cats from bird feeders and protect birds
Are cats stalking your backyard bird feeder? Here’s how you can help both birds and cats.
How to keep stray cats away
Practical solutions can keep free-roaming cats in the community out of your yard and out of sight from indoor pets to avoid unwanted noise.
Keep both cats and wildlife safe
Cats and wildlife in the community can coexist peacefully by keeping cats indoors and trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs.
Keeping your cat stress-free
Learn why your cat might be stressed and how to help calm them down to keep them happy and stress-free.
Is my cat sick? Try this at-home exam
What do healthy cat gums look like, and should your cat's nose be warm or cold? Learn how at-home monitoring can help you keep tabs on your cat's health and know when to see a veterinarian.
Catios: Safe Outdoor Enclosures for Happy, Healthy Cats
Discover how catios—secure outdoor enclosures—provide your indoor cat with safe outdoor access, enriching their life while protecting wildlife.
Stop cat from scratching furniture with a scratching post
Teach your cat what they can scratch and what is off-limits, like your couch or table.
The meaning of outdoor versus stray cat and other terms
Is a cat feral or friendly, stray or at home in the community? Here’s a guide to commonly used terms for outdoor cats defined by their ownership, lifestyle and behavior.
How to Bring an Outdoor Cat Indoors
Learn how to transition your outdoor cat to a happy indoor life. Discover tips for a smooth adjustment, including gradual changes, enrichment ideas, and safety measures.
How individuals can help community cats
Wherever you live or work, chances are there are community cats living nearby. Learn how you can improve their lives and reduce the burden on wildlife and animal shelters.
Outdoor cats FAQ
Find answers to common questions about outdoor and community cats, including TNR, kittens, cat behavior, and humane ways to help.
How to clip or trim cat claws safely
Trimming a cat's claws every few weeks is an important part of maintaining your pet's health and protects them, you, your family and visitors as well as the sofa, curtains and other furniture.
Coyotes, pets and community cats
Many people assume that coyotes don't live in suburban or urban neighborhoods because they don't see them. But that assumption can be dangerous for your animal companions.