Cat saliva may increase the likelihood of infection, so it’s best to treat the wound with traditional antiseptic and ...

Most people who are allergic to cats aren’t reacting to the fur—they’re reacting to a protein in cat saliva called Fel d 1.

Scientists at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences have found that dog and cat allergens are present in nearly all U.S. homes, even those without pets.

Cat mouths are cleaner, generally, than those of humans and dogs. We have about 600 different types of bacteria in our mouths; cats have around 200. Cat saliva is also pretty special stuff.

If your pet was in contact with the cat, you are asked to contact the Northampton Animal Control Officer at 413-587-1100 or email [email protected]. What is rabies?