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Popularly, there is a belief that cats are completely independent animals and that they do not feel the same unconditional love that we do for them. This fact, without a doubt, causes considerable discomfort to cat owners, since they are sure that their cats love them and they show it with the slightest gesture. But is this true? If you are wondering if  cats love their owners , you are in the right place, since in this ScoobyDog article we want to explain how they love cats and how true the rumors around them are. Do cats have feelings? The statement that cats feel love has several nuances to take into account, because although we do not doubt the immense affection that our pets have for us, we must know how to distinguish our way of perceiving the world from how our pets perceive it. What we are very clear about is that cats create very strong  attachments  . But what is attachment? This concept was defined for the first time by the psychologist John Bowl...

What to do When My cat Pees all over the Place .Little cats are famous for their extreme cleanliness, yet some cats just don't seem to want to understand this and continue to pee in inappropriate places: here's what to do! My cat pees all over the place If you find yourself in the situation where  your cat pees everywhere  except in the litter box, and you often find unpleasant surprises  on the bed  ,  on the sofa  or  on the floor  , you have probably lost your temper and scolded him: stop immediately, increase his stress will only make the situation worse! It may seem strange, but  cat pee  is a real communication tool: your cat uses it to communicate that something is wrong and send you precise messages. So yeah: there's always a reason  your cat pees out of the litter box . The point is to figure out which one, so you can fix it at the root and get rid of this nuisance. Forget sprays and similar "cat deterrents" ...

Is your cat shedding fur?  If the coat stays thick, there's nothing to worry about! However, if you lose it in patches, you have to recognize the problem to be able to solve it! Hair loss in cats If the cat loses its fur If you have a cat, and even more so if it is  long-haired  like the majestic  Maine Coons  or the Norwegian forest  cats , you know it perfectly: every  cat  goes through periods of shedding every year! On these occasions, the  loss of hair  can be really abundant: it seems that the hairs are everywhere and the clothes left carelessly out of the closet mysteriously become fur.  Of course, however, this is completely normal: every cat changes its  hair  in autumn and spring and, especially in the second case, this phenomenon is very conspicuous. The  cat's mount allows him to adapt to the current season, a bit like changing the wardrobe for us, and everything we can do to help him swall...

How to remove dog and cat hair? You can find them on clothes, car seats, sofas and armchairs, TV and computer screens, floors and furniture. We are talking about hair, the worst nightmare of a pet owner. Especially in the period of changing the suit, so before summer and before winter, the loss becomes massive, and  removing dog and cat hair  from every surface of the house becomes painstaking work. How to remove dog and cat hair So here are some useful tips on  how to remove dog and cat hair effectively  . How to remove dog hair from the floor Keeping your home clean when you have a pet takes a lot of energy. A dirty and shedding animal and having a spotless floor is often a mirage.  To  remove hair , which seems to end up in the most unthinkable places, the  most effective system is a vacuum cleaner . There are different types on the market, also equipped with special filters suitable for those who have an animal: with one pa...

Why does my cat have a cough? Coughing is a protective instinct to clear the respiratory tract of corpuscles, mucus, and microbes. Therefore, it is not a disease but rather a symptom, and it is a symptom that often affects cats as well. There can be many causes that trigger it: a little tickle in the throat, a slight irritation, a little pain, and there it is, the first cough. If you are dealing with sporadic episodes, don't worry. It may be that your cat has gone through a piece of food or that an external corpuscle has entered his throat; if instead the cough becomes chronic, then it is necessary to investigate better. First of all, it is good to clear up a misconception that often occurs with cats: when they expel hairballs, they are not coughing but vomiting. Why does my cat have a cough? Coughing is a respiratory system function and occurs when there is irritation or pathology of the throat, airways, or lungs. Therefore, when the cat tries to expel the hairballs it has swallow...

How to wean a kitten? How adorable are newborn kittens? However, falling in love with them is not enough: you have to follow them in the best possible way in weaning! Let's find out how and when to do it. The weaning of kittens The  kittens  very small are adorable and just look to fall in love. However, we must pay close attention to their  weaning  : in fact too often it happens that, to facilitate their adoption, the kittens are separated from their mother too early. If you have to adopt a kitten, therefore, make sure that it  has already been weaned  in the right way and at the right time, because an early separation from the mother can cause both physical and emotional problems in the little one. Having said that, the  weaning of kittens  is a crucial moment for their growth, and we must be able to accompany them at best in this phase, whether they have their mother at their side or have been  orphaned.  We have ...

Fear, anger, or mysterious reasonsand ,Why do cats blow? ? Let's find out why cats blow and how to avoid it! Why do cats blow? The  cats  are adorable and very soft fur balls, but when  blow  can do really scared! Anyone who has a cat knows how expressive he can be: he can make you understand exactly what he wants and what happens to him with a simple look and some specific meow. You can easily understand if he is happy, if he is hungry, if he wants to play or if he is offended and generally his attitudes are very funny. However, when a  cat blows  everything changes suddenly and becomes more complicated: the cat no longer appears so tender and it is evident that it is feeling a strong discomfort, but for what? Could it be anger? Fear? Nervousness? Understanding  why a cat hisses  is by no means straightforward. In general, if yours cat blows  means that he is experiencing a mixture of fear, confusion, surpr...

Why choose between purring and wagging tails when you can enjoy both? Here are all the secrets for a happy coexistence between dog and cat! Dog and cat: coexistence (im) possible "You two are like  cat and dog  " doesn't mean anything good. The innate hostility between man's best friend and the most cuddly feline on earth is even proverbial. Is it really not possible to  have cat and dog stay together  without destroying family serenity? By tradition,  dogs and cats do not get along particularly well but, as they are also the most common pets in Italy, it is easy for them to have to live together, so the problem becomes being able to make them feel good together. It all depends on instinct: the dog sees that furry and snappy animal and identifies it as prey, starting to fidget, while the cat finds himself in front of what for him is often an agitated colossus and reacts with hostility. Still, we assure you that  getting cat and dog to get alo...

What to keep in mind when getting a pet?. If you are single and looking for companionship, or even if you are an employed parent who has finally decided to give in to children's prayers for a puppy or kitten, then you are in the right article.   What you need to know is that before you add a family member, you need to consider several factors. Here are some factors if you think you are getting a pet Your lifestyle All pets need attention and care, but some of them need more time and effort than others. If you travel frequently or spend some time at home, perhaps a less demanding animal would be more appropriate. Cost of ownership Buying a cat, dog, or breed horse can be costly. Add to that the extra cost of food, veterinary care, and other related costs. Veterinary care Medical care is needed for every pet. It can avoid various diseases. Appropriate accommodations It is unfair to expect a large dog to be locked in a small apartment. Allergies If you are allergic to the fur of an an...

Dog owners or cat owners, who are happier? ‘That’s the issue’ in the animal lovers circle! Numerous studies have aimed to study this issue, it seems that the University of Chicago has given a definite answer: Dog or cat owners Dog owners seem to be "happier" than people who own cats. The General Social Survey (GSS) , which was run by a social research organization NORC at the University of Chicago , found that 36 percent of dog owners reported being "very happy," compared to just 18 percent of cat owners. BUT the study that will probably make people who prefer cats over dogs feel good is that they are probably smarter. "It makes sense for a dog-loving person to spend most of the day outside while walking while the cat has to stay home reading at home, or research different things online." Cats have 300 million neurons, while dogs have approximately half of them. This has nothing to do with animal owners but has been mentioned in the scientific conference. ...