How Long Do Cats Live? (Aging Gracefully)
What factors contribute to a cat’s lifespan? A cat’s longevity hinges on an array of variables, such as its living environment (indoors or outdoors), spaying …
What factors contribute to a cat’s lifespan? A cat’s longevity hinges on an array of variables, such as its living environment (indoors or outdoors), spaying …
How big do cats actually get? Well, felines come in a huge range of sizes, from the tiniest newborn kittens weighing in at under a …
We give our pets credit for a lot of things, but memory tends to be a touchy topic. It’s widely believed that animals simply don’t …
How Long Is a Cat’s Memory? (The Forgetful Feline) Read More »
Ever wondered what mysteries unfold within the quiet, contemplative gaze of your feline friend? As humans, our days tend to be busy, with no shortage …
What Really Goes on in Your Cat’s Mind? (Purr-spectives) Read More »
Cats are often perceived as being aloof and distant, rarely expressing anything and living mostly passive lives. They’re stereotyped as loners who would rather sleep …
Well, hello there – and welcome to Cat Checkup! My name is Charles, and I’m the founder of CatCheckup.com. The name, Cat Checkup, was chosen to make the …
It’s every pet owner’s worst nightmare: a door or window gets left open and your cat slips out. Entranced by the myriad scents and sounds …
How Do Cats Find Their Way Home? (No Map Needed) Read More »
It’s an issue that you’ll inevitably face if you own an unneutered male cat: eventually, he will start spraying. You’ll arrive home and smell it …
When Do Male Cats Start Spraying? (Urine Trouble) Read More »
Ever wondered about the world of genetics, especially when it comes to our feline friends? The science of genetic research, although a relatively recent addition …
Ever found yourself puzzled by certain aspects of your cat’s body? Cats are fascinating creatures, and usually, we can figure out the functions of their …
Why Do Male Cats Have Nipples? (Mysteries of Cat Anatomy) Read More »
When humans get pregnant, it’s an exciting and tumultuous occasion. We visit a myriad of doctors, check out a library’s worth of parenting manuals and …
It’s an inevitability if you have an unspayed female cat: eventually, she will go into heat. When she does, it can be alarming if you …
This past Winter had some record-breaking temperatures. When the temperatures get frigid, we know how to keep ourselves warm inside our home. We turn up …
Cats famously like to stay warm. They will lie in the sun, near a fire, or on a radiator. Still, there is such a thing …