April 30 is Hairball Awareness Day. Yes, there is such a day–and with good reason. Aside from being an icky mess and hassle to clean up–hairballs can be a choking hazard for your favourite kitty!

So your cat has hairballs. No need to panic. It's actually very much a normal behavior for the pets. That doesn't mean it's not a drag from time to time. Some pet owners might not want to deal with it ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more It's important to treat and prevent hairballs so they don't cause a dangerous intestinal obstruction.

DEAR JOAN: Is it true that Maine coon cats vomit a lot? I’m caretaking this cat and sometimes she throws up hairballs, and sometimes it’s food she’s just eaten. She has dry food available and eats ...

As every cat owner knows, hairballs are not pleasant for the cat or the person who cleans them up. They also can be an indication of other health issues, especially if they are happening frequently.

Q. I love my cat but it seems whenever she throws up a hairball, she picks my expensive carpet to do it on. Is she trying to send me a message? Is there anything I can do to keep her from getting ...

Meet Flossie: At nearly 27 years old – the feline equivalent of 120 human years old – the senior lady has been crowned the world’s oldest living cat by Guinness World Records. So your cat has ...