Relating to Cats

Pet urine on grass can cause patches of brown, burned-looking sod, as the roots are damaged by the salts, uric acid or nitrogen content of the urine. Studies indicate the amount of urine, rather...

The smell of pet urine is one that tends to linger and is quite unpleasant. Training your pets to use the litter box or go outside will not happen overnight and with the offensive smell and stains...

Feral cats are the wild descendants of domestic pet cats. These wild cats were born to domesticated cats, but rejected human contact and direct dependence. Feral cats are skittish of, and run...

Most pet owners have to deal with urine stains occasionally. Cat urine, however, is very pungent and can be difficult to treat if left sitting for long periods. When this occurs, it is often...

Cat urine can completely ruin some surfaces. Luckily, laminated floors are an exception. Laminated flooring is an increasingly popular choice among home owners because of its ease in cleaning and...

Cat urine on carpeting can cause a variety of problems for homeowners and renters because the urine odor is very difficult to remove. When a stain occurs, it not only impacts the fibers of the...

Cats experience health problems as they age, and while it may be difficult to think of your cat getting old, it's important to remember. As with people, your cat's habits change with age and...

Fleas can be tough to control. While adult fleas live primarily on your cat, eggs, larvae and pupae live in grass, carpeting, rugs and bedding. For every flea you see, there could be hundreds of...

Deodorizing cat boxes involves some preemptive measures and a few simple cleaning steps. An odor-free litter box isn't just important for you, cats prefer it as well. In fact, if you don't...

Cat owners make many adjustments for their feline friends. Cats are great at hiding, then suddenly appearing without providing a clue as to where they were. Your cat may be hiding inside your...

Fully removing cat urine odors form carpets is the only way to deter them from using the same area again. When a cat first urinates on a carpet, it usually doesn't begin to smell until it begins...

Pet urine, whether from a cat or dog, can leave brown spots on the lawn where the urine has killed the grass. Fortunately, grass has a way of springing back with a little care. To maintain your...

Ideally, cat owners would never have to transport a cat by car in hot weather. The risks of leaving a cat in a hot car even for a short time are significant, including heatstroke and death....

Aromatherapy is the art of using essential plant oils for healing, and for enhancing mood. It is natural and safe---for humans. Aromatherapy for cats must be handled carefully. Cats have very thin...

Introducing a cat into a household with dogs can be a hair-raising experience, especially if neither pet has ever encountered the other species. When bringing your new cat home, there are certain...

Bear traps are generally inhumane ways to trap a bear as it snaps around their leg, cutting into their flesh and trapping them in a small area. However, there are humane homemade bear traps which...

Male and female newborn kittens can be difficult to tell apart. Knowing the difference between the two is important for breeders, especially if new potential owners are looking to adopt a female...

Inappropriate urination is one of the biggest problems among felines, and stopping the behavior can be challenging. One of the keys in eliminating this behavior is determining what is causing it....

Determining the sex of a cat can be easy if you have a mature cat, but if you have a kitten or a neutered male cat, this process can be challenging. Even cat breeders sometimes make mistakes when...

Conventional wisdom suggests isolating a new cat in a room for several days until the newcomer and resident cats get used to each other's scents. But most cats don't buy into humans' conventional...

When the cat's away, the mice will play. This old adage is especially true in a barnyard situation. Most barns are outdoor homes built for larger farm animals, and where there are large animals,...

Maintaining and cleaning carpets in a home are important but what products work best when pets are exposed to the cleaning agents? For cat owners concerned with their pet's heath when using...

Capturing a feral cat, while noble, is not something everyone can do. The act may require lots of patience, and once the animal has been captured, a great deal of care must be taken to maintain...

Cat whiskers ("tactile hairs" or vibrissae) are the long, thick, flexible hairs ­on a cat's face. These hairs are located in horizontal rows on the whisker pad, which is the puffy area...

It can be difficult to tell the difference between a male and a female cat, especially if the cat is less than six weeks old, or is neutered or spayed. Male and female cats may appear to look the...

When a skittish cat finds herself lost outside her home, she will instinctively revert to the behavior of a feral cat. She will hide very quietly, remain still and will usually not come when...

One thing you may do, as a pet owner of a fat cat, is to open and close the door for them when they want out of, or into, the house. This can be distracting if you are trying to accomplish other...

Nothing is more likely to ruin a budding friendship between a feral cat and a human than the sight of the cat spraying everywhere in the yard. To the cat, spraying makes perfect sense. It's his...

Abnormal behavior in cats is as individual as the cats themselves. For some cats, nipping when being petted or hiding when they hear a loud noise is perfectly normal. For others, it's not normal...

While not a breed of their own, tuxedo cats get their name from their beautiful markings which, as evident by their name, make them look as if they are wearing tuxedos. When putting a tuxedo cat...

Pregnancy can change just about everything in a couple's life, including who takes care of the cats' litter boxes. Because cat feces can harbor toxoplasmosis, it's best for pregnant women to leave...

Although the scientific community debates whether cats experience jealousy, many cat owners testify to jealous-like behaviors in their cats. The main cause of this behavior is a situation that...

National Pet Week starts May 2. Pet week is designed to celebrate the bond between human and animals, promote responsible pet ownership, and to promote awareness to veterinary medicine.