Comments on: Why Do Cats Groom Each Other? Reasons Why Cats Socially Groom

By: Cats.com Editorial Team

Cats.com Editorial Team — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:04:16 +0000

In reply to DORIS FARLEY. For a semi-feral cat with severe matting, a calming supplement like CBD may help, but it's best to consult a vet first to ensure safety and proper dosing. In some cases, sedation at a veterinary clinic may be the safest and most humane way to remove the mats—especially if they’re causing pain or limiting movement.

By: DORIS FARLEY

DORIS FARLEY — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 14:06:08 +0000

I have an adult semi-feral cat. She came up a couple of years ago from nowhere. I have feed her and got her to let me pet her some- She is long haired and very matted. I have every kind of brush and comb you can think of to get them out. I know she is uncomfortable- is there a CBD pill or something I can calm her down so I can get those matts out? I feel so sorry for her. I need some advice.

By: Mallory Crusta

Mallory Crusta — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:02:17 +0000

In reply to mathilda. That does sound very sweet!

By: mathilda

mathilda — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 17:25:09 +0000

when my kittens got their surgery/microchipped, one of them didn’t feel very good for a few weeks after. her brother helped lick her ears/groom her bc he knew she wasn’t feeling good. it was so sweet 🥹

By: Mallory Crusta

Mallory Crusta — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 23:41:33 +0000

In reply to Jordan. Awesome! All of you sound very fortunate.

By: Jordan

Jordan — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 03:29:42 +0000

I have a 3 year old calico Minuet long hair cat who grooms her “sister”, a 12 year old Shih Tzu. Tina the cat doesn’t just lick Nina’s head, she mostly grooms her legs and side or what ever part she can get to while laying down. The two get along so beautifully that I have started writing a children’s book series, using real photos of their interesting life together.

By: Mallory Crusta

Mallory Crusta — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 19:47:36 +0000

In reply to yvetta penn. Are you sure that the fighting is problematic? Do either of the cats meow very loudly or seem to be hurt during the fights? It sounds like mom and son are very close, and perhaps this fighting is just a quick swat to say "I'm done now!". If the fighting doesn't seem to be detrimental to either cat, I wouldn't really worry about keeping them apart. You can learn more in our article on deciding whether your cats are playing or fighting. The article also includes some tips to help stop the fighting. Hope this helps!

By: yvetta penn

yvetta penn — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 23:22:20 +0000

I have a mother cat which was a stray and her baby he is now 9 months old. She grooms more than necessary and still grooms the “baby” which is about her size at present. He grooms her too and it usually ends in fighting. Most of the time they are friends and often sleep together. The grooming fight is several times a day. I have not found a good way to feed them in separate areas, They run to see what the other is eating and both prefer to eat each others food. I have also tried putting them in separate rooms with the doors closed. They cry. I usually do not close doors, Is there a doable solution?

By: Mallory Crusta

Mallory Crusta — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:48:11 +0000

In reply to Sandra Zerillo. Fantastic! Happy to hear that!

By: Sandra Zerillo

Sandra Zerillo — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 21:55:53 +0000

Gathered some very helpful information! Thank you