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Long-haired cats, such as Persians, find it difficult to drink from a traditional pet bowl without getting soaking wet. Because of their long hair, when they lean forward to drink, they get their...
Building a set of stair steps for your cat can help it get up onto surfaces, such as beds and couches, that it may not otherwise be able to reach due to age or injury. Making a simple set of...
Indoor cats have a significantly longer life expectancy than outdoor cats because they are protected from cars, predators and other dangerous situations. Build a screened-in window box to make a...
Many modern windows have shallow sills too small for Kitty to sit on and look out at the world. Cat beds for windows act as a window sill enlarger, so your cat can hang out and take in the view...
Dog owners can't have all the fun because cats can wear clothes, too! Whether for Halloween or any holiday, your cat can look festive and adorable wearing a costume he likes. And, simply by...
Cats must have a litter box unless they are strictly outdoor cats. The box is typically in the bathroom or laundry room areas. Since odors can escape from the litter pan, placing in a remote area...
For most cat shows, rules require exhibitors to cover the top, bottom and three sides of their show cage. Exhibitors normally adhere to this rule by using cat show curtains. The standard cage size...
Cat flaps allow your cat to come and go as she pleases. If you have a secure and safe outdoor location for your cat to roam, a cat flap gives her the freedom to go out to do her business and come...
Cube beds create a modern, modular space for your cat to catch a nap. Overstuffed and fluffy, these items are popular among feline lovers but can be quite costly. The home made version of this...
Most cat owners have one thing in common: they love to pamper their furry best friend. If you are the proud owner of a 10-year-old tabby or a 10-month-old Siamese; you want to give the four-legged...
Building a cat run enclosure with chain link fence is a way to provide a safe place for your cat to exercise. An outdoor cat run provides your cat with lots of healthy sensory stimulation and...
Going away for a few days? You can solve the problem of providing clean, fresh water to your home-bound furry friends by creating a simple but reliable pet fountain. These devices are easy to make...
There's a difference between overindulging and providing for the pet's needs. Not that there's anything wrong with overindulging a pet that gives unconditional love. Determining the needs of your...
Cat beds are not a necessity for your pet. However, many cats enjoy having a place to go for comfort and security. A cat bed will give your pet a place to sleep or just a place for him to relax....
One of the perils of owning a cat is accidents outside the litter box. Cat urine can smell quite strong and once it has soaked into wood floors and walls, it can be difficult to get rid of the...
Cat houses come in all types, as do cat-house heating options. Most are pretty easy to set up, just so long as your cat house has access to electricity.
LitterMaid brand litter boxes are designed to remove cat litter without having to use your hands. A rake periodically runs through the litter, scooping up waste and depositing it in a plastic box....
Frequent cleaning will keep your pet's food and drink containers from accumulating harmful organisms, such as bacteria and fungi, from colonizing the bowls. When pets drink, organisms from their...
Cleaning the litter box is not a task most cat owners enjoy. Technology has provided options to manual scooping in the form of different varieties of the self cleaning litter box.
Cats love to climb and hide in dark, small places. You may also have noticed that your cat loves boxes. Most cats do. You can make a simple cat house with cardboard boxes and carpet that your cat...
If your cat wants to go outside, it can be nearly impossible to convince him that it's not safe. If you have a fenced-in yard, you can build your own cat-proof fence to keep him confined to the...
Your LitterMaid automatic litter box should work correctly to sort the litter and gather the soiled litter in a collection area for your disposal. Three main problems might cause you to need to...
The Littermaid Self-Cleaning Litter Box is an electricity-powered, automatic litter box cleaner. The box automatically scoops cat waste out of the litter box into a waste disposal container each...
The Littermaid line of automatically cleaning litter boxes is one of the most popular on the market. But sometimes hang-ups can occur, such as the rake getting stuck or getting too dirty to...
Cats love to climb, explore and scratch. Without options, cats may only exercise these behaviors on your furniture. High prices are usually the main drawback of cat furniture found at pet or...
If you have a dog and a cat, it is tempting to use the same flea product for both your animals. However; many flea and tick products are prescribed only for dogs and can potentially be very...
Purchasing a prefabricated cat tree house can be an expensive investment. A cheaper alternative is to build your own tree house. When it comes to designing the cat tree house opt for stability...
Feral cats were born wild or were abandoned and have learned to fend for themselves. Because cats turn "feral" so easily, feral cats should be considered wild animals and treated as such. If...
It used to be that you had very little choice when buying your cat a litter box. The only real selections to make were the overall size and the color. Today, however, you need to also decide the...
If you could get your cat to use the toilet, you'd never have to buy cat litter or clean out the litter box again, and your cat wouldn't track litter all over the house. Toilet training your cat...
If you have a cat that likes to go outdoors, a good way to keep it safe from wildlife is by building an enclosure that is accessible by a cat door. A popular element to enclosures are cat houses,...
Cat litter and litter boxes are showing improvements in order to satisfy your indoor cat's natural instincts in scratching and covering waste as well as your need for a clean, odor-free home. The...
If your cat urinates on your carpet, the stain and the smell can be really hard to remove. Cat urine is very strong smelling and quite noticeable to anyone who comes to your home. If the smell...
The flea and tick collar first has to be activated. Pulling the flea collar releases and loosens the powdered chemicals---usually tetrachlorvinphos (TCVP) and propoxur---that provide the pest...
Cat condos, towers and trees differ in only a few points. Pet stores sell similar products under all three names. Each has a tall, carpeted or rope-covered portion for the cat to use for climbing,...
When heating an outdoor cat enclosure, appropriate temperature and safety are of equal concern. Despite their fur, cats require temperatures above 35 degrees F just to avoid hypothermia and need...
Tapeworm infestation is a very common problem for cats, especially those that go outside and/or have fleas. This is because cats usually get tapeworms from accidentally eating infected fleas,...
Making your own cat climbing furniture can save you hundreds of dollars over commercially available products--which usually are built to nearly the same specifications as something you can make at...
How to Clean Cat Litter Boxes
A cat's litter box should be cleaned once a day using a slatted litter scoop. Sprinkle fresh litter on top after every cleaning with help from a professional pet behavior consultant in this free...
How to Care for Long-Haired Cats
Long-haired cats require regular brushing to keep their coat smooth, shiny and tangle-free. Train a cat to associate good things with a brushing session with help from a professional pet behavior...
How to Change a Litter Box
When changing out the litter box every week or two, dump out all of the contents from the box, spray down the box with a natural enzyme cleaner, allow the box to dry, and pour in about two inches...
How to Keep a Cat From Running Out the Door
There are two approaches to keeping a cat from running out the door, which include creating a positive environment away from the door or using a deterrent in the doorway. Find out how to keep an...
How to Get a Cat Into a Pet Carrier
Getting a cat into a pet carrier can be tricky, but the best way is to handle the cat from the scruff of the neck. Make the carrier a comfortable and hospitable environment with help from a...
How to Keep Cats from Jumping Onto the Kitchen Counter
Cats can be discouraged from jumping onto the kitchen counter by applying clear double-sided tape to the edges of the counter or by creating attractive areas in other parts of the house. Avoid...
How to Introduce a Cat to a New Litter Box
When a cat is introduced to a new litter box, place the cat in a slightly confined area with the new box so that she can find it easily and is more likely to use it. Make the litter box easy to...
How to Measure a Cat for a Harness
When measuring a cat for a harness, be sure to break out some wet food or a treat to keep her interested while you wrap a tape measure around the torso and around the neck. Add two inches to each...
How to Get a Cat to Lose Weight
Helping a cat lose weight involves a combination of reducing the intake of food calories while increasing the cat's activity level through engaging exercise. Provide a cat with plenty of toys and...
How to Remove Cat Hair From Clothes
Cat hair can be removed from clothing using a specialty pet hair remover or simply by rolling a piece of packing tape over the area. Pick up cat hair easily from cloth surfaces with help from a...
How to Choose a Kitten for Adoption
When picking out a kitten or cat for adoption, be sure to pay attention to his energy level, body language and overall demeanor, which will give an idea of the cat's personality. Choose a cat that...
How to Move a Litter Box
Moving a litter box from one location in the house to another should be a gradual change over the course of a few days, which helps the cat locate the box and not have any accidents. Change the...