Melina Grin, Author at Cats.com https://cats.com/author/melina-grin In-depth cat product reviews, behavior guides, and vet-written education on symptoms, diseases, and more. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:14:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://cats.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/all-about-cats-favicon-60x60.png Melina Grin, Author at Cats.com https://cats.com/author/melina-grin 32 32 Why Is My Indoor Cat Obsessed With Escaping Outdoors, and What Can I Do To Stop It? https://cats.com/why-does-my-cat-want-to-go-outside https://cats.com/why-does-my-cat-want-to-go-outside#respond Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:14:01 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=108498 Indoor cats are often bursting with curiosity and a desire to explore the great outdoors. This instinct can be fueled by their natural interest, a yearning for new experiences or... Read more »

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]]> https://cats.com/why-does-my-cat-want-to-go-outside/feed 0 5 Tips to Cat-Proof Your Christmas Tree https://cats.com/keep-your-cat-out-of-your-christmas-tree https://cats.com/keep-your-cat-out-of-your-christmas-tree#comments Fri, 26 Dec 2025 01:03:08 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=38560 The holidays are a magical time of year. From gatherings with friends and family to seasonal decorations, there’s a lot to love about the holidays. Your cat might even enjoy... Read more »

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]]> https://cats.com/keep-your-cat-out-of-your-christmas-tree/feed 1 The Single Kitten Syndrome Explanied https://cats.com/single-kitten-syndrome https://cats.com/single-kitten-syndrome#comments Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:00:00 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=55526 Will adopting one and only kitten guarantee loneliness and a poorly behaved kitty? “Single kitten syndrome” has really intrigued me since it’s something I haven’t encountered during my practice in... Read more »

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]]> https://cats.com/cat-peeing-outside-litter-box/feed 26 How To Keep a Cat Occupied and Entertained During Crate Rest https://cats.com/how-to-keep-a-cat-occupied-and-entertained-during-crate-rest https://cats.com/how-to-keep-a-cat-occupied-and-entertained-during-crate-rest#respond Thu, 13 Nov 2025 03:58:30 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=107125 In an ideal world, no human or pet would get injured or need surgery. However, your cat may need strict rest at some point, which can happen through no fault... Read more »

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]]> https://cats.com/how-to-keep-a-cat-occupied-and-entertained-during-crate-rest/feed 0 Do Cats Love Their Owners? https://cats.com/do-cats-love-their-owners https://cats.com/do-cats-love-their-owners#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:27:05 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=37497 The love and trust a pet bestows upon us is unconditional. Most cats ask little in return. All we must do is provide food and shelter, take care of them,... Read more »

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]]> https://cats.com/do-cats-love-their-owners/feed 18 How to Train Your Fearful Cat to Be Confident https://cats.com/how-to-train-your-fearful-cat-to-be-confident https://cats.com/how-to-train-your-fearful-cat-to-be-confident#respond Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:39:37 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=106341 Building confidence and achieving emotional balance in your fearful cat requires understanding why felines may be terrified of humans and new experiences. Reflecting on what may have been lacking during... Read more »

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]]> https://cats.com/how-to-train-your-fearful-cat-to-be-confident/feed 0 The 5 Cat Personality Types: Which Is Your Cat? https://cats.com/cat-personalities https://cats.com/cat-personalities#comments Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:40:54 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=37561 Not a cat person? Im-paws-ible! Cats are extraordinary beings with unique personalities, needs, and preferences. Identifying your cat’s temperament can help you provide them with a superior quality of life.... Read more »

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]]> https://cats.com/cat-personalities/feed 20 How To Stop Cats From Scratching Furniture https://cats.com/how-to-stop-cats-from-scratching-furniture https://cats.com/how-to-stop-cats-from-scratching-furniture#comments Fri, 10 Oct 2025 01:10:24 +0000 https://cats.com/?p=15833 In cats, scratching is as natural and normal as sleeping, but without the right training, it can also destroy couches, chairs, and more. Fortunately, you can redirect this behavior and... Read more »

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