You may be reading this and think it’s silly for cats to be stressed. What would cats have to be stressed about anyway? As it turns out, cats are very easily stressed! And stress can lead to serious behavior and health problems down the road. You might not even be aware your cat is stressed. …
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 …
A good flight with your cat starts well before you actually check-in and board the plane! Flying with your cat means taking initiative, detailed planning, and thorough research on your behalf. If this is your first time, it can be overwhelming if you don’t know what to expect. Fear not – you’re about to learn …
1. Use Catnip Infused Spray On Old Toys Cat owners have a bad habit of buying too many toys for their cats, only to find that their cats lose interest in them very quickly. Instead of constantly buying new toys for your cat, try spraying the old ones with catnip infused spray! This a cost …
Cats are known for being obsessive groomers. More often than not, if your cat isn’t napping, they’re cleaning and preening themselves, making sure that they look “just right.” Despite their best grooming efforts, sometimes your cat needs your help. Read on to find out some causes of matted fur and tips for treating matted fur …
All cat owners have experienced the hiss of their cat at some point (probably more than once). Hissing is a defensive position. Fear is a common reason that cats hiss, but it’s not the only one. Read on to find out how and why cats hiss and what you should do when they hiss at …
Most cat owners have probably had the not unpleasant experience of hearing their cat cough up a hairball and then having to clean up the mess. It’s never fun – not for you, but especially not for your cat. Hairballs can be troublesome if your cat has difficulty coughing them up. But what causes hairballs …
Litter box training is an important step in your cat’s life, and if you’re lucky, there’s not that much “training” involved. C ats have a natural instinct to use the the litter box; they just need the right encouragement, environment, and time to learn. Teaching a kitten how to use the litter box and teaching …
Everyone loves a kitty kiss every once in a while! But tongues feel like…well…sandpaper. You might have noticed their tongues are prickly and rough. After a while, those kitty kisses are not very comfortable. So, why do cats have rough tongues? Read on to find out why something so soft and cuddly has such an …
Almost all cat owners will tell you that their furry friends know when they’re sad. It’s almost like cats have a sixth sense because they seem so in-tune with us, but can they really tell when we are sad? It’s been known for some time that dogs are able to recognize changes in their owner’s …