If you are a cat owner, you know how pricey it can be to get the shots that are required. It can cost a lot of money each year. This can really become expensive when you have more than one cat....
Many people work out of a home office, which in itself is a great way to conduct business. There are also several of these people who are cat owners. You may think that this combination could be a...
Animal shelters vary from one to the next. Some animal shelters take great care to provide the animals in their care with adequate treatment and a comfortable place to await the love of a family...
There are a number of reasons why one may choose to find a good home for a pet other then their own.
While catnip is an herb that has both culinary and medicinal purposes it is also a great way to treat your cat. While you can purchase catnip in many forms, it is also possible to grow your own...
If you have a female cat and you have not spayed her by the time she is four months to six months old then she will come into heat. There are many signs that you will notice when you cat goes into...
Cat flea medication is a necessity. It can also be a very costly one and this can be worse, if you are a multi-cat owner. The price of cat flea medication varies tremendously, depending on where...
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...
It's important for pets to maintain a healthy weight. Obesity in dogs and cats results from an excess accumulation of body fat. Just as in humans, obesity occurs when the calories taken in are...
Abscesses are infections under the skin and occur most often in cats that go outdoors and get into fights with other cats. Cats are prone to abscesses because their skin heals quickly and can trap...
Many cats have their own agenda and don't want to do what you tell them to do, so you may be skeptical about training your cat to walk on a leash. With practice and patience, you can teach your...
Cats need to be anesthetized for a variety of procedures that wouldn't warrant sedation in humans. Dental cleanings, some X-rays, and surgical procedures must be performed while the cat is under...
Outdoor pets need protection from rainy days, wind and the heat of the sun. Convert a pet kennel into an outdoor shelter by using vinyl siding to make it waterproof. This project takes only a few...
One of the benefits of owning a long-haired cat is caressing its beautiful coat. But sometimes the cat's fur becomes matted and needs to be clipped. The daily grooming long-haired cats do...
Cats groom themselves daily and rarely need a bath. If your cat has fleas, is dirtier than normal or gets into something harmful however, a bath is a good idea. An occasional bathing for grooming...
Your beautiful new female kitten is around 5 to 10 months old and is acting odd. After a few nights of listening to her yowl, you may figure out she's in heat and searching for a tomcat...
All cats, even short-haired ones, need to be brushed regularly. Brushing removes excess hair, dead skin cells and will help cut down on the amount of cat hair you find on the furniture. Regularly...
Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis, is a skin infection caused by a fungus. Transmission occurs through contact with an infected dog, cat or person. Ringworm is highly contagious and takes a...
There are several different ways you can try to give pills to your cat. The easiest way, if it works for your cat, is to hide the pill inside of a soft treat. They even sell hollow cat treats...
Cats explore everything often to the consternation of their owners. Because of their tendency to do whatever they wish, cats often climb on counter tops and furniture where their owners don't want...