Cats

It's devastating to hear that your beloved pet has kidney failure. Feelings of shock, overwhelming sadness, and disbelief can occur. But proper care can prolong your cat's life, and you'll know...

Adopting a cat is a long-term commitment. Follow these guidelines to rescue the cat of your dreams.

So you have a new addition to your family? That's wonderful, animals can offer lots of unconditional love, affection, smiles and laughs. Cats especially. Your new little one needs lots of love and...

Is your kitty-cat spraying and causing a nasty odor in your home? Male cats are known to spray for territorial reasons, however, male and females will spray for a variety of other reasons, mostly...

Despite what many cat owners believe, cats do NOT need to be let outside to roam the neighborhood where they can be hurt by other cats, pick up diseases or parasites, or even killed by oncoming...

Do you find that cats just don't like you? Here's how to give off the right signals

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...

One major complaint of cat owners is the inability to keep their pets off of the furniture. Whether your cat has colonized Great Aunt Alice's Victorian fainting couch or has the habit of perching...

Cats' teeth are interesting because they are so versatile--used for catching food, eating and cleaning themselves. Because cats depend on their teeth for so much, it is important to talk to your...

Budesonide, a corticosteroid originally formulated to treat Chron's disease in humans, has found use in cats with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Corticosteroids like prednisone are commonly...

Cats can get worms and the worms can be transmitted to other animals and humans. While transmission to humans isn't a serious problem, it does happen. Knowing what types of worms can be...

Does your cat or kitten bite you? There are many reasons why cats and kittens bite. Your cat may be asserting dominance, playing, protecting him- or herself, or trying to communicate something to...

Pet owners are usually cautious about giving human medications to cats and dogs-- and with good reason. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), human...

Lantus, or insulin glargine, is the insulin of choice for many veterinarians treating diabetic cats. When used correctly in combination with a high-protein, low-carbohydrate, all-wet food diet,...

Some cats suffer with chronic bladder infections, or feline lower urinary tract disease. The infections are uncomfortable and can be dangerous for male cats, and they are one of the main reasons...

Mange in cats is a treatable condition of the skin. Different types of mange exist, and a number of symptoms may appear when a cat has mange.

If your cat licks you for no apparent reason and you have ever wondered about the meaning of this behavior, you are not alone. This behavior is common and can be explained in several ways.

Cats and kittens may be prone to several worm infestations. Worms may cause various health problems; therefore, it is recommended that cats be seen by a veterinarian any time the presence of...

Feline diabetes is a highly treatable, sometimes curable disease that results when a cat's pancreas no longer produces enough insulin or the cat's cells develop resistance to its own insulin....

Fleas-we all hate them, and our pets hate them even more. They are dangerous, and disgusting. Along with topical products, and frequent vacuuming, it helps to build a flea trap. Fleas hide in...

When summer rolls around, it is important that all of us stay cool and safe in the summer. While it is important for us to know what to do to stay cool in hot weather, it is equally important for...

Believe it or not cats can easily be trained to obey you. The most important thing to do is to do the same routines on a regular basis and your cats will obey you. At mealtime I clap my hands and...

Female cats may become pregnant as early as six months of age if they are not surgically sterilized. Pregnancy in cats usually progresses well, and the mother cat, or "queen," usually delivers a...

Although its use in pets has been controversial, brewer's yeast is a popular nutritional supplement for both cats and dogs. Brewer's yeast for supplements is grown on molasses and sugar beets....

Kidney failure, or chronic renal failure (CRF), is one of the most common causes of death in cats. Although CRF is terminal, your cat can live for months or even years with proper treatment....

While Cat Scratch Fever is not common and isn't considered serious in most cases; knowing the signs of this illness are important with certain medical conditions or weak immune systems. The most...

Acepromazine, or acepromazine maleate, is used as a tranquilizer in cats to help with anxiety associated with stressful situations such as veterinary visits, grooming appointments and...

Most people don't realize this, but cats can develop a greater understanding of vocabulary than dogs. Cats have the ability to also vocalize themselves more than most animals. Communication is a...

This is for anyone who has cats that live outside year round.I have 2 cats that I have raised since they were kittens. Living in Buffalo,NY.the winters can be pretty harsh.I needed some way to...

Cats get into everything, especially when they go outside and we all know cats hate water, but what if I told you there's an easy way to bathe your cat? A way that keeps them from getting hurt...

In days of old our cats hunted their prey and had a complete array of vitamins and minerals provided with each meal. This is no longer the case. This is especially true if you feed prepared...

Do you find it frustrating when you find your plants mutilated by your bored or hungry cats? Cats are drawn to eating green plants and grass because it is a natural behavior thought to help with...

I know a lot about cats I have 4. So now I know how to pick the perfect cat. If you know what kind of family you have I can tell you the best cat for you.

Having trouble getting rid of those pesky fleas? Well here is a complete guide to combat those troublesome pests.

In this article, you will learn how to feed new born kittens when their mother cannot take care of them or has abandoned them.

Tired of cat litter slung out of the box? Can your tubby tabby fit in the box? Necessity was the mother of this idea. We are pleased with the results after 45 years of trying to fix the problem.

In this article if you have a very younge kitten that just stoped moving completly yet is still breathing. This is usually a can't miss way to have them running around with in 12 hours.

Many times, shelters are overrun with animals who need homes. Some of these animals are still very young or recovering from injuries and may need some added care and rest. Foster programs provide...

Kittens and kitty cats are great pets. For the most part they are independent and self sufficient, but when it comes time to play you both will really enjoy a simple toy modification that allows...

A Kitty or Cat Burrito is a great way to help restrain a cat that doesn't want to be restrained. Use a Kitty Burrito to help with nail trimming, ear care, eye care, mouth care or to restrain a cat...

Are you tired of wearing a gas mask everytime your cat takes a dump? Just follow these easy steps and Kitty will soon be smelling like a rose!

Have you ever wondered if you can teach a cat anything? I'll tell you how you can teach your feline friend how to play the piano!

When a cat sprays on furniture, you can tell almost immediately. If you stumble upon the furniture after the cat has sprayed on it, you will feel a noticeable wetness. Shortly after the cat has...

Ever had one fat cat that needs a diet, and one skinny cat? I have. One spends all this time running around and hunting and comes home to eat and sleep. He needs his food to be available when he...

Pet Plus for Cats is a dietary supplement formulated by Welsh veterinarian Dr. Susanna McIntyre. She developed Pet Plus as a way to provide pets with the same nutrients they would receive by...

Cats are not always good travel companions, so finding a kennel for the cat is important for the security and safety of the pet when are going to be away from home for more than a day. Boarding a...

Kittens are baby cats and should not be treated the same as an adult cat. Kittens are prone to more health concerns and problems than adult cats because their immune system hasn't fully developed...

Being overweight may be as detrimental to a cat's health as being underweight. Obesity may predispose a cat to diabetes, arthritis and hepatic lipidosis. It may also shorten the cat's lifespan as...

It is alarming to pet owners when their cats show signs of illness, especially anorexia (lack of appetite and/or cessation of eating). Cats might refuse to eat because of appetite fatigue (tired...

As we all know, it is not an easy task to get medicine into a cat. The following article will tell you the easiest and most effective way to get a pill down a cat's throat with minimal damage to...