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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...
Cat Environment Enrichment: Small Toys
There are many small toys cats can play with to enrich their environment. See examples of small toys from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Stuffed Toys & Catnip
Enrich a cat's environment with stuffed toys and catnip which can occupy them for long periods of time. Occupy a cat's attention with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free...
Cat Environment Enrichment: Massages
Massages will enrich a cat's environment by calming them down. Learn how to massage a cat with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Going Outdoors
Going outdoors is an option for enriching a cat's environment but should be done cautiously. Take a cat outdoors with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment Goals
Security is one of four main goals for enriching a cat's environment. Create a comfortable atmosphere for feline enrichment from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Climbing Areas
Enriching a cat's environment can be done by adding climbing areas like shelves. Add climbing space for cats with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Condos & Hideaways
Condos and hideaways enrich a cat's environment by providing a safe feeling and comfort. Make a cat feel comfortable with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Feeding games
Feeding games enrich a cat's environment by breaking up the boring routine of eating out of a bowl. Make feeding cats fun with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on...
Cat Environment Enrichment: Scratching Areas
Enriching a cat's environment with scratching posts and pads may deter them from scratching valuable items. Improve cats environments with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this...
Cat Environment Enrichment: Entertainment
Cat environments can be enriched through entertainment like television and installing a window seat for observing the outside. Help entertain cats with tips from an experienced animal clinic...
Cat Environment Enrichment: Toys
Cats use toys to enrich and add excitement to their environments. Improve a cat's environment with toys with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Social Interaction
Social interaction with people and other cats is important for enriching a cat's environment. Discover how quality time helps a cat with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free...
Cat Environment Enrichment: Clicker Training
Enrich a cat's environment with a reward system call clicker training. Learn more about clicker training from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Games
Games like fetch are great ways to enrich a cat's environments. Play games with cats with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
Cat Environment Enrichment: Fish Tanks & Videos
Fish tanks and videos enrich a cat's environment by occupying their time. Find out other ways to entertain cats with tips from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
How to Build a Litter Box Cover
Building a cat litter box cover can be done using a large plastic storage container, cutting a hole in one side and placing a smaller container inside as the litter box. Create privacy for a pet...
Make Your Own Litter Box
To make your own litter box, use a plastic storage container as the base, cut out a large hole from the lid, and line the box using plastic garbage bags. Create an easy-to-make litter box with...
How to Build a Cat Scratching Post
To build a cat scratching post, attach a few thick dowel rods to a board, and wrap the rods in heavy twine. Save money by creating your own scratching post with help from a veterinary technician...
How to Build a Cat Shelter
A cat shelter for an outdoor cat can be made simply out of a plastic storage container by cutting out a hole, lining the inside with foam and covering the top with a lid. Create an insulated...
The LitterHouse is a fully enclosed litter box for cats that adds warmth and charm to any room in your home. Inorder to keep your cat happy here are some important cleaning tips. First, use the...