Cats tend to take care of themselves when it comes to staying clean but sometimes they need a bath. They may have rolled in something gross or maybe you need to bathe them to help with your allergies. Sometimes your cat may smell like a port-a-potty on a hot day… don’t think about why… they […]
In October I got a new kitten. It was unexpected. He was found in the backyard and his litter mates and mother were gone. I took him home, took him to the vet, and slowly introduced him to my older cat. As the weeks went on I let him explore the apartment room by room. […]
People believe you can’t train a cat… and while it may seem impossible when compared to how dogs will learn commands and tricks, a cat can be trained. If you want to try this, it takes patience and a technique that is a little different than what you would do to train a dog. A […]
Cats have that reputation for being aloof, for not being able to express companionship like a dog, and for not being as responsive as dogs. But, despite these old stereotypes, many people know that cats cuddle, purr, and do show affection for their owners. It’s just not in the same way as dogs. Next time […]
Passover starts on April 3, 2015 and Easter is April 5, 2015. If you celebrate either one of these two holidays and have a furry friend in your house, there are some safety tips to consider to ensure your pet has a safe and happy day. Keep all decorations out of reach of your pet. […]
Cats are great companions and can make you laugh with their silly antics. Some will talk to you and others will nag you till you let them sit on your lap or insist on sitting on your laptop. If you are thinking of adopting a cat there’s are things to think about and things you […]
There are times when you need to board your cat. Your cat won’t understand what is going on but will definitely react to the change in environment and be confused. In order to lower the stress and panic that your cat may have while being boarded it’s important to find a place that’s quiet, allows […]
Taking the entire family on vacation can be awesome but it also takes a lot of planning. Planning and prepping can help a lot and keep rough or scary situations within a realm of being ok. As you check to make sure you have your AAA card, phone numbers of your doctors and kid’s doctors, […]
My cats have trained me. I admit it. They allow me to come and go as I please but other than that, I am under their control. Last night I had a little heart to heart talk with them and asked how they trained me without me being aware it was happening. They have owned […]
Now that the weather has warmed up your cat may be shedding more. I know mine are and I’ve been slacking when it comes to brushing them and clipping their nails. I brushed them last night and had enough loose fur to make another cat! Cats like to keep clean and will wash themselves several […]
Cats are good at letting us know what they like and don’t like. Some cats hate being placed into pet carriers and will fight their way out as best they can. I had a cat that pushed against the metal door till his nose and feet were rubbed raw. I’ve also had a cat that […]
There are many ways we can make our lives a little less cumbersome, from trying to not leave our keys in random places around the house, to making a to-do list of things we need to accomplish. When it comes to our pets, we can alleviate some moments of agitation as well if we remember […]
While there is nothing more fun than to pet a cat while taking a walk around or sitting in the yard with your fuzzy buddy on your lap, there are reasons to keep your cat inside. Aside from parasites, drinking stale water and becoming ill, or the dangers of cars and mean people, cats that […]
There are many myths out there about owning a cat and their health, behavior, and personality. Some people will tell you that a cat will sit in the crib with a baby and smother it. Others will tell you that cats see ghosts and that’s why they stare off into space. Some may even try […]
Every human who has a cat living with them knows that the cat rules the house. Granted, we may be the ones who chose and brought the cat home, in the end, the cat owns us. Think about it for a sec… we clean their litter box, we refresh their water, we give them their […]
Cats who jump on counters put themselves at risk of getting hurt. What if they jump on a hot stove? What if they jump and land on a knife? Cats love to jump and find high places to sit and watch the world. They love being on things that give them a good point of […]
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