While it’s best to keep your cat indoors, semi-adopted strays, community cats, and sometimes housing restrictions just don’t make this possible for every situation. When you have a cat living outside, however, that doesn’t mean you’re free of home maintenance concerns. Here are a few factors to be aware of when you have an outdoor […]
Adding a Second Cat to the Family
Deciding to add a new member to your feline family can be a great choice. Not only will you be saving a homeless animal, but you will also be providing your resident cat with a lifelong companion. However, you need to thoroughly prepare for your new family member and follow some basic techniques to ease […]
Can Cats and Dogs be Friends?
Most multi-species families get along great together, but if you’re considering bringing a puppy into your feline family, learn how to make the best pairing. Start With a Strong Foundation – Choose the Right Breed for Your Family There’s no reason why your family can’t have cats AND dogs if you want them, and they […]
Why Cats Have Trouble Losing Weight
Have you ever tried to help your cat lose weight, but despite the many ways you tried, it seemed impossible? There are myriads of reasons why cats are poor at losing weight. Follow along as we explore this and some of the reasons for losing weight. Most cats end up with uncontrollable weight due to […]
Introducing Cats and Dogs
People who wish to have both cats and dogs as pets need patience, perseverance and a sensible plan. Begin by preparing each pet for the introduction ahead of time. Here are a few tips for introducing cats and dogs. Introducing New Scents Both cats and dogs have a strong sense of smell. Pet owners can […]
A Cat Scratch Post is a Cat’s Best Friend
Reach up, hook in, pull back and rip it up. It’s a feel-good thing. Unfortunately, it feels good only to the cat. The furniture (and the human owner) is often at odds with this time-honored tradition of the feline set. That’s when a cat scratch post is a cat’s best friend – and the human’s! […]
5 Tips to Help Keep Your Outdoor-Loving Cat Safe and Happy
There’s no denying it: cats have an independent spirit. Recent study suggest about 45 percent of pet cats in America spend most of their time outdoors. Pet owners who have cats that like to roam need to take these tips seriously to ensure their fuzzy friend always makes it home safely. Get the Right Vaccines Since outdoor […]
Cat Teeth Cleaning and Tooth Care
Just like people, cats need to have proper tooth care. Not only does dental care help prevent tooth decay, but it can also help a feline stay free of diseases and ailments such as gingivitis. Once a week is generally all that is needed. This is also a good time to check for any broken […]
How to Help Your Cat that is Urine Marking
Cats are lovable creatures and for the most part fairly tidy. They naturally take to a littler box and all seems well. Until it isn’t! For reasons unknown to you, your feline friend may start marking or spraying. Urine marking is a not a fun ordeal, nevermind the odor it can cause. But, why is […]
Easy and Effective Ear Mite Treatment for Cats
Cat ear mite treatment used to be a long and unhappy process for both the feline and the owner. But new products on the market today have changed this previously prolonged, drawn-out process into a fast, one-step procedure. Here’s a look at how ear mite treatment for cats has evolved over the years. Old-Fashioned Treatments […]
