One moment your cat is resting peacefully, the next he is twisting around and chomping on his own tail. It may look playful or even a little silly, but tail biting can have a range of meanings — from harmless habit to something that needs attention. If you have ever wondered why your cat bites … Read more
You leave out a package, a roll of tape, or even a label… and next thing you know, your cat is giving it a good lick. It’s not food. It’s not water. It’s tape. And they seem a little too into it. What gives? Is your cat just weird, or is there something else going … Read more
You catch your cat licking the faucet. Or maybe it’s the doorknob, the radiator, or that weird spot on your bike pedal. He looks focused, content, and a little bit too into it. You laugh, but then wonder — is this normal? Is he just curious, or should you be concerned? 💌 Dear Tabby Dear … Read more
You lean in for a cuddle and notice something under your cat’s eyes — faint dark lines or discolored fur. Maybe it looks a little wet. Maybe it’s dried and crusty. Either way, it’s new, and it’s catching your attention. What are tear stains, why do some cats get them, and should you be doing … Read more
There are few things more confusing than spotting your dignified, elegant cat strut past… with a little something extra tagging along. It’s not pleasant. It’s not common. But it’s also not unusual. If your cat suddenly has poop on his bum, don’t panic. There’s usually a simple explanation — and a few gentle ways to … Read more
You reach out to pet your cat and — zap. A tiny spark jumps from your fingertips to her fur, and both of you look mildly betrayed. She flattens her ears. You apologize out loud, because of course you do. It’s winter, the air is dry, and apparently your cat has become a walking puffball … Read more
You glance over and see your cat deep in grooming mode. Everything seems normal — the rhythmic licking, the elegant leg raise, the calm focus — until suddenly, she bites herself. Not hard, not violently, but definitely more than just a lick. Then, she goes back to licking like nothing happened. So what’s going on? … Read more