New to The Cat Wellness? Start Here.

The Cat Wellness covers the four issues indoor cats face most: hydration, digestion, coat and skin and behavior. Here’s where to begin based on what’s going on with your cat right now.

Is your cat not drinking enough water?

Start with our main guide: Why Your Cat Isn’t Drinking Water (and How to Fix It). It covers the evolutionary reason cats have a low thirst drive, how to spot dehydration at home and the interventions that work in real homes.

Dealing with litter box smell or digestive issues?

Start with our guide on Litter Box Smell & Stool Issues. You’ll learn what normal vs. abnormal looks (and smells) like, when it’s a diet issue and when it’s time to call the vet.

Concerned about hairballs or excessive shedding?

Start with our guide on Hairballs & Excessive Shedding. We explain the difference between normal shedding and a potential health signal, and what you can do at home.

Dealing with behavior issues?

Start with our guide on Scratching, Anxiety & Multi-Cat Dynamics. Indoor cats are behaviorally complex precisely because they’re indoor. We cover what helps and what wastes your money.

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You can also browse community questions. Real cat owners asking the same things you’re wondering about, answered by our editorial team with sources linked.