A small percentage of felines have asthma with symptoms that are similar to what humans’ experience. If you are a pet owner who has a cat with asthma, then you must provide specialized care for the animal. Here are some tips that are recommended by veterinarians for caring for your pet when it has asthma. […]
Do Cats Need Baths? How and When to Get Your Kitty in the Water
Cats usually don’t need baths, and most famously dislike being bathed or getting wet. There are, however, some cat breeds that actually enjoy water. Topping that list is the Turkish Van, which is actually nicknamed “the swimming cat.” While most cats can groom themselves, some will need human help to stay clean, or may enjoy […]
Cat Deterrents: How to Deter Cats from the Garden
For many gardeners, animal lovers or not, cats can be just one of the many pests which have a negative impact upon the garden. Problems include but are not limited to fouling, the digging up of freshly planted borders and even, the eating of certain kinds of foliage. So, the question remains of how to […]
Introducing CBD Oil for Cats: Benefits, Uses, and Risks
As CBD oil has been proven to provide almost instant relief from pain and inflammation, many pet owners have jumped on the CBD bandwagon in a bid to improve their beloved furry friends’ quality of life even by just a tiny bit. But CBD oil is not just a powerful anti-inflammatory with almost zero side […]
Home Care Considerations When You Own an Outdoor Cat
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 for adding […]
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! […]
