My male cat keeps jumping in and out of the litter box and seems to be in pain - is it an emergency?

You notice that your male cat has been acting strangely around the litter box. He may seem restless, repeatedly visiting his litter box and straining unproductively, only to leave the litter box without actually having done anything in it. Is he constipat
You notice that your male cat has been acting strangely around the litter box. He may seem restless, repeatedly visiting his litter box and straining unproductively, only to leave the litter box without actually having done anything in it. Is he constipated? Is he struggling to urinate? Is this an emergency?
These are all important questions often asked by many cat owners. This quick guide will help explain urethral obstructions in male cats, and why you should be keeping an eye out for this feline emergency.
What to do when your pet goes missing

When you realise your pet is missing, it can send you into a panic. Carefully read through this step-by-step information, which will help you to prepare for what to do if your pet goes missing.
I’ve just realised my pet is not in my house or yard. I think they are missing – what should I do?!
Pets can go missing for many reasons: jumping out of the car when you’re making a pitstop, running after other dogs while at the dog park, escaping the yard during a thunderstorm, or even an indoor cat finding herself outside, feeling disoriented and hiding somewhere nearby. It’s a terrifying experience to realise that the dog or cat you assumed was at home… is nowhere to be found.