We all lead busy lives, and sometimes that keeps us away from home where our cats reside. While cats do value their independence, they shouldn’t be alone for extend periods of time. Plan correctly so your cat is safe and comfortable when you’re not around. Keep reading to discover 6 things you need to know …
Having an older cat is blessing – it’s a reminder that your cat has been your faithful companion for so many wonderful years. As your cat ages, it is normal for their bodies and behavior to change. As a cat owner, there are steps you need to take to ensure your cat stays healthy in …
If you’ve never heard of whiskery fatigue, don’t worry. It’s not a widely known condition, but its discovery has answered a lot of questions cat owners have asked in the past. Whisker fatigue is a condition caused by cats sticking their face into food bowls that rub against their whiskers. For some cats, this rubbing …
All cats meow, but not all meows are equal. If you’re an experienced cat owner, you know that these meows mean different things! But what exactly do different meows mean? Keep reading to find out how to translate and decode your cat’s meows! “Meow” is Just for YOU Cats don’t normally meow for other cats. …
NIMH suggests that 16 million Americans suffer from depression, but humans aren’t the only ones who fall victim to this. It wasn’t until the 1990s that animal behavioralists discovered that cats can suffer from depression too. So how would you know if your cat is depressed? Each cat is unique, so they will not demonstrate …
Proper nutrition is the most important part of caring for your cat. As a cat parent, you need to be educated on the latest news in cat nutrition! Eating well is the most important step in your cat living a long and healthy life. Want to give your feline friend the best diet? Keep reading …
It might be tempting to consider having your cat declawed. After all, those pesky claws are responsible for shredded drapes and scratched furniture. However, declawing is one of the worst decisions you can make for your cat. After reading about the resources we’ve included here, hopefully you’ll abandon the idea of declawing your cat and …
Christmas season and gift giving occasions are an exciting time for families and friends, yet they pose a serious health risk to cats. One of the most dangerous myths about cats is that string-like objects such as ribbon, bows, and tinsel are good toys for them. Kittens especially seem magnetically drawn to string and things …
Many cat owners are convinced that their cat doesn’t really need them. In other words, not all of us are fully convinced that our “house cats” are fully domesticated. However, the cats that live in our homes have many differences from the species that they originally evolved from and they went through quite a bit …
Each cat has their own personality, and when they’re not happy about something, they let their humans know in their own special way. But do cats hold grudges? Keep reading to find out. Cats Are Fickle If you have ever had a new person move into the home, like a new spouse or a new …