One of the most common cat behavior problems is not using the litter box. Many cats are given up to shelters for this reason. But usually this problem can be solved quite simply. To keep your...
The most easily obtained and most underestimated body fluid for diagnosing diseases in animals is urine. This article outlines some important things you can find out with urine sticks and common...
Decorating for the holidays can be fun and exciting, but it is important to keep your pets in mind as you deck the halls.
The moving van is scheduled. Packing to move hundreds or even thousands of miles away feels like the easy part. Now your question is how to keep your cat safe and comfortable for days in the car....
Your cat prince or princess lives in safe happiness within the warm sanctuary of your home. Day-to-day living does not involve tremendous output of calories. She's bathing in the den instead of...
If you and your cat are both having to make a trip, it is very important that certain steps are followed to make sure your pet has a safe trip. The following steps will help you plan for shipping...
Scratching the furniture is one of the commonest reasons that cats are given up to shelters. Your cat needs to scratch, but you can direct this instinct to a scratching post with a little bit of...
Cats, and any pets, bring joy to us. But introducing a new cat to your current cat can be a nightmare. With these tips, however, this transition can be as easy as possible for you and your pets.
My, what big paws you have! Is that cat a special breed? No, it is a Hemingway cat—meaning it has more than the usual 18 toes on its paws. Typical cats have 5 toes on each forepaw and 4 on each...
Kitties love to groom themselves and they shed whether they are long- or short-haired. They risk developing hairballs in their little tummies.
Swallowing excess hair can cause a cat to vomit the...
Cats were not meant to eat corn, rice and barley. They were designed to eat MEAT. Cats in the wild would never eat the way dry cat food makers feed your feline buddy. Studies now show dry cat food...
A feral cat is an unsocialized cat. Most likely the kittens were born outdoors and had no human contact. For survival, ferals revert to a wild state, throwing off any effects of domestication....
Some cats could care less about house plants and flower arrangements in your home, while others make a beeline right to any new plant you bring home. If you're tired of scratched up potting soil...
You love your pet. It is like a child to you. But, you're getting stationed overseas and you don't know if or how you can bring it with you. There is no need to panic. With proper planning, you...
Our kittens will naturally want to scratch things. This is sometimes for play and other times part of their natural physical development. However a scratching kitten can wreak havoc on your...
The veterinarian has said those dreaded words. “It’s time to place your cat on a diet.” Switching cat food is never an easy task. Read on for some steps to help both you and your cat manage the...
Cleaning the litter pan is typically the least favorite task in the house. However, a well cleaned litter pan not only keeps the odors down it helps minimizes the risk of poor litter box behavior....
Finding out your pet has diabetes is stressful. Hearing that you will need to learn how to handle the insulin and give your pet the shot can be terrifying. For most owners of diabetic pets the...
Fur knots are painful to your cat. They pull the skin underneath and can cause irritations and abrasions. Removing them is often difficult as the area is sensitive.
Everyone knows that in order to keep clean one must wash. The same applies to animals. You can take them to a professional cleaner but sometimes that’s not possible. Here are some good tips for...
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