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Hairballs

Hairballs, also known as trichobezoars, are common issues in cats. They occur when cats ingest loose fur while grooming themselves, and the fur accumulates in their stomach, forming a ball-like mass. While hairballs are a common and usually harmless occurrence…

Hiss

To make a long sharp sound like that of the speech sound \s\ or that made by an alarmed animal (as a snake or cat) usually as a sign of disapproval.

Hyper carnivores

Hyper carnivores are animals that have an extremely high dietary dependence on meat, with meat making up the majority of their diet, often constituting over 70% or more of their food intake. These animals primarily feed on the flesh of…