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Why Is My Cat Shy Around Strangers? Tips for Anxious Cats

Is your cat shy around strangers? Here are step-by-step behavior modification instructions to help anxious cats.
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This gray-and-white cat is shy around strangers, but he gets over his fear more quickly now.

Cat Not Using Litter Box: Causes and Solutions

Cat not using the litter box? Learn reasons why a cat stopped using the litter box, including behavioral and medical causes, and how to solve them.
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White-and-black cat is sitting with his person. As a kitten, this cat wasn't using the litter box, but the problem has since been fixed.

Cat Behavior Modification: Desensitization and Counterconditioning

Desensitization and counterconditioning techniques can be used for cat behavior modification to help your kitty be happier and more well-adjusted. Here are FAQs about the...
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Tuxedo cat whose person used cat behavior modification to calm his anxiety

New Cat Checklist: Welcome Your New Feline Friend Home

Are you bringing a new cat home? This new cat checklist will help you learn what you need to welcome your new pet home.
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Two kittens, one white and one tabby, who were just adopted and brought home

How to Prevent Kitten Play That's Too Rough

Sometimes kitten play can become too rough. Learn how to teach kittens appropriate play skills and give them outlets for their energy.
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tabby kitten playing with larger cat

How to Introduce Cats to Each Other

Knowing how to introduce cats to each other will reduce the likelihood of problems such as fighting. Here's what to know about introducing cats.
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longhair Siamese cat sitting with another cat, a dog, and a person after the cats were introduced to each other successfully

How to Walk a Cat on Leash

Walking a cat can enrich your pet's life; it lets cats explore the world in a safe way. Learn how to walk a cat on a leash or harness.
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Woman walking a cat on leash

Why Is My Cat Spraying in the House and How Do I Stop It?

How do I get my cat to stop spraying? Learn common causes of a cat spraying in the house and how to manage it.
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orange tabby lying on a bed after his cat spraying problem has resolved

Why Is My Cat Scared of Movement?

Is your cat scared of movement? Learn reasons why cats are sensitive to movement and how you can help your cat get over their fear.
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longhair gray tabby cat with a person

How to Help a Cat Scared of Dogs or Other Pets

Is your cat scared of your dog, another cat, or other pets? Learn how to help your cat be less afraid and get used to living with dogs, cats, or other animals.
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three shorthair domestic cats, who used to be scared of one another, comfortably gathered together around a person

Cat Crate Training: Instructions and Tips

Can you crate train a cat? Yes! Learn tips for cat crate training to make situations like trips to the vet less stressful.
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headshot of an orange cat

How to Prevent Cat Behavior Problems

Cat behavior problems can affect your relationship with your pet. Learn how to prevent cat behavior issues in kittens.
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three orange kittens in a row looking straight ahead

Cat Aggression Toward Other Cats: Causes and Prevention

Dealing with cat aggression toward other cats? Learn about potential causes and prevention methods for feline aggression.
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closeup of a black-and-white cat's face

How to Introduce a Dog to a Cat

Learn different methods for how to introduce a dog to a cat, including how to introduce puppies and kittens.
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properly introduced dog and cat leaning on each other and getting along well

Cat Aggression Toward People: Causes and Prevention

Cat aggression toward people can be both frustrating and dangerous. Learn common causes of cat aggression, as well as how to protect yourself and others and change your c...
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Brown tabby cat, who used to display aggression toward people, now relaxes on a desk

Cat Waking You Up at Night? What to Do

The secret to getting your cat to sleep through the night involves four things.
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Gray cat sleeping on an orange cushion

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