Why Do Rats Eat Soap? (Kinda Funny Why)
Rats eat soap because many bars contain animal fat or plant oils they treat as food. Soap does not repel rats; sealing gaps and removing food does.

Rats eat soap because many bars contain animal fat or plant oils they treat as food. Soap does not repel rats; sealing gaps and removing food does.

A cat biting her kittens is usually grooming, carrying or correcting them. Hard bites that injure kittens can signal stress or illness; call your vet.

A cat throwing up undigested food may eat too fast, but hairballs, food allergies, IBD and illness are possible. Vomiting weekly needs a vet.

Can scorpions sting themselves? A tail can reach the body, but they don't sting themselves on purpose. The fire suicide story is a heat reaction myth.

Cats meow a lot for food, attention, or to find a mate, but illness and old-age confusion can also cause it. Learn the causes and when to see a vet.

A cat that is always hungry may be underfed, bored, or ill. Hyperthyroidism, diabetes and parasites can all raise appetite, so see your vet.

Lions often start eating at the soft belly and groin of a kill, so a male prey animal's testicles may be eaten early. It isn't a special preference.
A cat not using the litter box may have a urinary problem, dislike its box or litter, or be stressed. See your vet first, then fix the box setup.
Why does my cat swat at me? Usually it's overstimulated or dislikes how it's being petted, though pain can be a cause. Learn the signs and fixes.

Goats usually live 10 to 15 years, and well-cared-for pets can reach their late teens. See how sex, breed, breeding, and care affect goat lifespan.