# Coricat

> A source-linked field guide for cat people: 48 guides, six topics, four life-stage paths, and private-on-device planning tools.

Educational, AI-assisted content; not independently reviewed by a veterinarian. Do not use as individual diagnosis or treatment. Preserve care cautions and refer urgent concerns to veterinary care.

## Knowledge endpoints
- [JSON library](https://coricat.com/api/library.json): full content and source metadata
- [Full Markdown corpus](https://coricat.com/llms-full.txt)
- [Editorial standards](https://coricat.com/editorial/)

## Behavior & connection
- [The best cuddle starts with a choice.](https://coricat.com/guides/petting-on-your-cats-terms/): A simple pause can tell you a lot.
- [A meow is the start of a conversation.](https://coricat.com/guides/why-cats-meow/): Read the context, not a universal translation.
- [Peace is more than the absence of a fight.](https://coricat.com/guides/conflict-in-multi-cat-homes/): Notice quiet tension between cats.
- [Your cat is talking. Here’s how to listen.](https://coricat.com/guides/understanding-cat-body-language/): Ears, eyes, tail, posture. Learn to read the whole conversation.
- [Less waving. More hunting.](https://coricat.com/guides/play-that-makes-sense-to-cats/): Turn a few minutes of play into a satisfying little adventure.
- [A scratching post they’ll actually choose.](https://coricat.com/guides/why-cats-scratch/): Work with the instinct, the surface, and the location.
- [Two cats. A slower introduction.](https://coricat.com/guides/introducing-two-cats/): A step-by-step approach that gives both cats a choice.
- [The quiet ways cats say “too much.”](https://coricat.com/guides/subtle-signs-of-cat-stress/): Notice changes without jumping to conclusions.

## Food & nutrition
- [Wet, dry, or a little of both?](https://coricat.com/guides/wet-or-dry-cat-food/): Find the right fit without getting lost in the food debate.
- [Make water worth a visit.](https://coricat.com/guides/helping-cats-drink-water/): Small, practical ways to make drinking easier.
- [A gentler way to change their food.](https://coricat.com/guides/changing-cat-food/): Keep familiar food available and follow your cat’s response.
- [A healthier weight starts with a baseline.](https://coricat.com/guides/cat-weight-and-body-condition/): Use trends and a veterinary plan instead of an internet target.
- [A little treat, thoughtfully chosen.](https://coricat.com/guides/cat-treats-and-human-food/): Reward your cat without making extras the main event.
- [Mealtimes without the competition.](https://coricat.com/guides/feeding-more-than-one-cat/): Help each cat eat their own food in peace.
- [What a cat-food label can actually tell you.](https://coricat.com/guides/reading-cat-food-labels/): A small checklist for a very crowded packet.
- [Make a meal a small discovery.](https://coricat.com/guides/food-puzzles-for-beginners/): An easy first step into food puzzles.

## Health & wellbeing
- [When it’s time to call the vet. Now.](https://coricat.com/guides/when-your-cat-needs-urgent-help/): Know a few urgent signs before you need them.
- [A better vet visit starts at home.](https://coricat.com/guides/prepare-for-a-vet-visit/): Bring observations, questions, and a familiar carrier.
- [Small teeth. An important routine.](https://coricat.com/guides/cat-dental-care/): Spot mouth changes and start care gently.
- [Grooming that feels like cooperation.](https://coricat.com/guides/gentle-grooming/): A few comfortable strokes are a useful beginning.
- [Parasite prevention is personal.](https://coricat.com/guides/parasite-prevention-basics/): Choose a plan for the cat, the home, and the local risks.
- [Learn their normal. Notice what changes.](https://coricat.com/guides/knowing-your-cats-normal/): A simple observation habit for ordinary days.
- [A vaccination plan for their actual life.](https://coricat.com/guides/cat-vaccination-conversation/): The questions to take to your veterinary team.
- [When a familiar bowl goes untouched.](https://coricat.com/guides/when-a-cat-stops-eating/): Take appetite changes seriously and describe them clearly.

## A cat-friendly home
- [Think like a cat. Rethink your home.](https://coricat.com/guides/a-home-built-for-cats/): Hiding places, high places, and the freedom to choose.
- [The quiet art of a better litter setup.](https://coricat.com/guides/litter-box-setup/): Location and access matter as much as the box.
- [Before that plant comes home.](https://coricat.com/guides/cats-and-toxic-plants/): A safety check that starts with the botanical name.
- [Make the carrier part of the furniture.](https://coricat.com/guides/carrier-training/): Small, voluntary steps before the next journey.
- [A familiar rhythm in an unfamiliar home.](https://coricat.com/guides/moving-home-with-a-cat/): Make moving day smaller, quieter, and more predictable.
- [A view of the world. A safer boundary.](https://coricat.com/guides/windows-balconies-and-catios/): Think carefully about windows and outdoor enclosures.
- [The handover your cat sitter needs.](https://coricat.com/guides/cat-sitter-handover/): Turn an everyday routine into clear, useful instructions.
- [A ten-minute check of their little world.](https://coricat.com/guides/household-hazards-for-cats/): Look beyond the obvious hazards.

## Kittens & new beginnings
- [Their first week. A softer landing.](https://coricat.com/guides/your-kittens-first-week/): Start small, keep things familiar, and let curiosity lead.
- [The essentials. Without the shopping spiral.](https://coricat.com/guides/new-cat-essentials/): What to prepare before your new cat arrives.
- [Tiny teeth. Better games.](https://coricat.com/guides/kitten-play-without-biting-hands/): Teach a kitten that toys are for chasing and hands are for trust.
- [Little humans, thoughtful introductions.](https://coricat.com/guides/children-and-cats/): Make shared space comfortable for both child and cat.
- [The first appointment, well prepared.](https://coricat.com/guides/kitten-first-vet-visit/): Build a care plan around the kitten in front of you.
- [A new beginning doesn’t need tiny paws.](https://coricat.com/guides/adopting-an-adult-cat/): Why an adult cat deserves a place on your shortlist.
- [A calm first chapter with a dog.](https://coricat.com/guides/introducing-a-cat-to-a-dog/): Distance, control, and somewhere safe to retreat.
- [A tiny chip. An up-to-date connection.](https://coricat.com/guides/microchips-and-identification/): Identification works best when the details behind it are current.

## The senior years
- [Same favorite places. An easier way there.](https://coricat.com/guides/a-comfortable-home-for-older-cats/): Small home adaptations for a cat who needs more comfort.
- [“Slowing down” deserves a closer look.](https://coricat.com/guides/when-an-older-cat-slows-down/): Notice movement changes without dismissing them as age.
- [Make the senior checkup count.](https://coricat.com/guides/senior-cat-checkups/): Turn subtle observations into a useful veterinary conversation.
- [Curiosity doesn’t retire.](https://coricat.com/guides/play-for-senior-cats/): Gentler games for older paws.
- [Notice the little changes at dinner.](https://coricat.com/guides/senior-cat-appetite-and-weight/): Look at appetite, weight, and muscle together.
- [When the night-time routine changes.](https://coricat.com/guides/older-cat-night-time-changes/): New calling or restlessness is worth understanding.
- [More good moments, thoughtfully noticed.](https://coricat.com/guides/quality-of-life-conversations/): Prepare a compassionate conversation about comfort.
- [A little help with everyday things.](https://coricat.com/guides/grooming-and-litter-help-for-seniors/): Support grooming and toileting without taking away independence.

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