Cats

Pets can offer great companionship, but for allergy sufferers, it can be a tough relationship if there is a sensitivity to certain pets. Understanding the difference between fur allergies and cat...

One of the biggest peeves people have with their pets is the amount of fur they leave around the house. It can be hard to keep fur off your clothes, off the furniture, and out of your food,...

Just because the economy is bad doesn't mean our feline friends need to suffer. To keep your cat entertained without spending hundreds of dollars on a cat tree or cat jungle gym, head to the local...

In the winter, you may have noticed your kitty loves to shock you when you pet her. When the air's dry, your cat will build up an electrical charge in her thick fur and the minute that static...

Natural cat flea control usually involves combining several methods. Even the new hormonal treatments only keep fleas from multiplying. Most people don't want to use poison on their cat's fleas,...

Cats are wonderful pets, but they can get themselves in some predicaments that a dog would never dream of. Young cats, in particular, have a sense of curiosity that can get them into all kinds of...

Cats are susceptible to fleas. It is much easier to prevent your cat from contracting fleas than it is to kill fleas that have invaded your home. A popular medication that cat owners use to...

This continues my article on successfully monitoring cats health. No one knows your pet as well as you do. When you get the feeling something is not quite right, go with your instincts and keep a...

Accidents happen, even to the most careful pet owner. Cats, especially younger ones, are notorious for getting themselves into situations they should not be in. If you are having home improvements...

You forgot to put your oil paints away, and your sneaky kitty found a new place to stick his paws or bottom. Maybe he even crashed right down and rolled in the paint. Cats love to find a new thing...

If you are overwhelmed with pet fur that seems never ending, I'll help you to take control of it and your home. It does take some work in the beginning but once you've done the hard work, all you...

Giving a long haired cat is a bath takes time and advanced preparation. A long haired cat usually requires a bath at least once every two months or so to make sure that the cat's fur is in good...

Watching a beloved pet in the throes of physical discomfort is distressing. Cat lovers can at least take solace in the fact that many cases of feline constipation are the result of dietary issues...

The Turkish Angora cat takes its name from the city of Angora, Turkey, now renamed Ankara. European travellers first wrote about the elegant cats in the 1400s and brought them back to Europe....

Cats can be seen as very independent animals that do not need a great deal of regular care. But part of the responsibility of owning a cat is tending to the regular health needs of your cat, and...

Cats generally groom themselves to the best of their ability. Cat's fur is usually considered quite clean because the cat uses his tongue to remove any particles trapped in it, smooth down the...

It is a hard enough situation for humans to overcome the heart pain of losing a pet without thinking of a consoling a surviving pets trouble too. If we aren't careful, that surviving pet can...

Lion cuts seem to have made a comeback recently, the idea is to cut long haired animals fur so that they look somewhat like a lion. You basically leave natural length fur along their legs, tail,...

Most cats are finicky and some really hate to be groomed. It is easy to give in to your favorite feline and skip the grooming until the inevitable fur mats hide that long beautiful hair. It soon...

Part of your cat’s grooming is to lick the body clean. The rough tongue cleans the fur. It’s like a miniature brush. As a result, your cat can end up with cat hairballs. These can choke your cat...

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...

Feline hypothyroidism is rare, but can seriously diminish the animal's quality of life if left untreated. The thyroid gland is essential to maintaining metabolic function in the body, and a cat...

Cat owners sometimes observe their pets licking or pulling on their fur until they remove it from their body. Often the removal is large enough to leave a tuft of hair on the floor and a bald spot...

A Maine Coon cat is a type of purebreed cat. Maine Coons are noted for their long fur and thick tails. Main Coon cats are also noted for their pleasant disposition and loyalty. Caring for a Maine...

Flea dirt is found not only in a cat's fur, but it falls out onto floors and furniture and will end up on clothing. The cat's bedding will accumulate flea dirt. Whenever flea dirt is found, begin...

When most people think they are allergic to cats, they think of cat fur. But the real culprit of cat allergies is cat dander. Dander is a mixture of fur and dead skin. Like humans, cats' skin...

It is very distressing for a cat owner to watch his once beautiful, healthy cat lose its fur. Fortunately, once the cause is diagnosed by your veterinarian and treatment begins, your cat will be...

There are numerous reasons you might want to shave your cat. But not to worry--if you cut, trim or shave it, the hair will usually grow back.

There's something stinky and gross on your cat that's been there for a week. What should you do? You could toss your cat into your washing machine but a more humane and less lethal approach is...

This article will help you learn how to give your cat/kitten a flea bath step by step!

When many of us think of coconut oil, we may think of suntan lotion and exotic islands. Well, we'd be right, but coconut oil, even though it has been around for as long as there have been...

Anyone with a cat having a hairball problem knows that sound; that awful retching sound cats make before they cough up a hairball. Long-haired cats are especially prone to this problem as they...

Grooming cats involves brushing fur, clipping claws and bathing. Grooming is important to keep cats healthy and happy. It also helps protect furniture from being clawed and from being covered in...

I inherited a cat who came from a home of a heavy smoker. Ironically his name is Smokey, and he wreaked of smoke even after two shampoos, and his fur was oily from nicotine residue. These are...

Cats get sick just like humans and it's up to the owner to know the symptoms of various cat diseases. In most cases you won't know exactly what is wrong, but you will sense that something is...

It is natural for cats to shed dead hair from their bodies. To control their shedding, owners should brush their cat daily or as often as possible. By brushing your cat, it will have benefits for...

Ragdoll kittens are good house pets. They love to be held, petted and handled. They easily get along with the whole family.

If you're a cat owner, at some point you've probably found yourself unpleasantly surprised by a pile of cat vomit on your floor or furniture. Cats vomit for many reasons, most of which are not...

For the most part, cats are meticulous groomers, licking themselves clean as soon as any bit of food or dirt sullies their fur. However, some breeds require additional grooming by their owners to...

Do you often find yourself struggling when trying to groom your feline? Are you worried about how stressed your cat gets when you attempt to groom him, even to the point where you have decided not...

Although cats are clean and tidy creatures, they always appreciate a bit of help with their grooming. As the owner of any pet it is your responsibility to do your bit to help them feel...

If you want to get rid of cat hair there are a few tricks. Here is a guide to help you get closer to eliminating the cat hair problem.

Most cats have shiny, smooth coats of fur that are conditioned by oils from their skin. When the cat licks its fur, it removes the residue. The Sphynx cat, however, has no fur, so oil from its...

Treating cat mange without a prescription is best done by using a product called Revolution, which helps to kill the mites quickly. Eliminate mange mites from a cat's fur with help from a...

Losing fur is a normal process for a cat. It naturally sheds as a way of eliminating excess hair much like a human loses hair. During the cat's grooming process, loose hair that has accumulated in...

Cats are great pets that don't need as much attention as dogs. While they do clean themselves regularly, you will find that they shed their hair an awful lot. The hair and dander are a pain to...

The condition of a cat's fur speaks directly to the health of the animal. A shiny, dandruff-free coat means the cat has healthy skin and a diet rich in nutrients. Cats can develop dry skin just as...

In the absence of cat allergies, you should rarely find it necessary to bathe your cat. Cats are excellent at self-grooming, but every now and then, they will need to be bathed. If your cat just...

Cats are smart, loyal and usually low-maintenance companions. However, a very small and common insect, the flea, can wreak havoc on your cat's comfort and health. While exposure to fleas in your...

Cat owners are often dealing with what appears to be digestive disorders in their pets because of frequent vomiting. It is important to learn the signs of true cat digestive problems to be able...