Cats are mysterious creatures with individual quirks. Sun Cities 4 Paws provides the following information to help you better understand feline behavior and provide the best possible care for your cat. Please use this information to supplement advice from your veterinarian. If you notice any change in your cat’s behavior, consult with your veterinarian first to exclude a physical ailment as the reason for the behavior change.
Tips to resolve common cat behavior issues:
-Fearful cats: http://www.ddfl.org/resource/the-fearful-cat/
-Inappropriate urination & spraying/marking (litter box issues)
Feline House-Soiling: Useful Information for Cat Owners
Solving litter box issues
http://www.ddfl.org/resource/solving-litter-box-problems/
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/cat-care/common-cat-behavior-issues/litter-box-problems
-Removing pet stains and odors: https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/how-remove-pet-stains-and-odors
-Aggression towards people: http://www.ddfl.org/resource/understanding-cat-aggression-towards-people/
-Managing kitty’s rough play: http://www.ddfl.org/resource/play-with-your-cat/
-Shy Cats: http://4pawsrescue.org/PDF/shycat.pdf
-Destructive scratching: http://www.ddfl.org/resource/destructive-scratching-in-cats/
-Training your cat to use the scratching post: https://www.purrfectpost.com/how-to-train-your-cat-or-kitten-to-use-a-scratching-post/
-What is declawing?: http://www.declawing.com/the-truth-about-declawing
-SoftPaws-Nail caps for cats: https://www.softpaws.com/
-How to trim your cat’s claws: http://www.wikihow.com/Trim-Your-Cat%27s-Nails
-Cats and babies: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/cat-care/cats-and-babies
-Cats and children: http://www.catbehaviorassociates.com/cats-and-children-10-things-every-parent-should-know/
-Understanding your talkative cat: https://www.petcarerx.com/article/six-reasons-you-might-have-a-talkative-cat/2812
If you have any questions, please call us at (623) 876-8778 or (623) 773-2246
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