July 7, 2008

• Stop that Cat from Scratching Up Your Home

  Cats’ claws are an essential part of their paw and regardless of what type of scratching or clawing you may be experiencing you should never consider declawing your cat. Any cat can be trained to stop unwanted behaviors that involve the use of their claws, it just takes a little creativity and a lot of [...]

July 3, 2008

• Choosing a Veterinarian for Your Kitty

  For many people, our furry feline friends are like our children, and as such we want to make sure that we have the best care possible for them in the event of an emergency. Not every veterinarian is equipped to handle cats, and even if they say they care for cats that doesn’t mean they [...]

June 30, 2008

• How to Read a Cat Food Label

  Providing your cat with a proper diet is essential to their well-being. Cats, like humans, can avoid a lot of health problems when they consume a quality diet that meets their nutritional needs. One of the most important things a cat owner can do is feed their cat a quality diet and unfortunately the majority [...]

June 26, 2008

• Flying the Friendly Skies with Your Cat

  Having to take your cat on an airplane is not ideal, but unfortunately in many cases it is necessary. Taking the necessary precautions for safely traveling with your cat can help you avoid complications and possible disaster when your cat is flying the friendly skies. Keep the following preparation guidelines in mind when planning a [...]

June 23, 2008

• Things That Cause Stress in Cats

  Even though cats seem to live a simple, carefree existence they are not immune from experiencing stress and anxiety. When left untreated, stress and anxiety in a cat can lead to physical problems and behavioral problems along with depression and withdrawal. Stress and anxiety in cats can often be traced to environmental changes or physical [...]

June 19, 2008

• Alternatives to Declawing Your Cat

  Cats should never be declawed; regardless of what behaviors may be leading you to consider Declawing, there are always alternatives. Declawing your cat can lead to litter box avoidance, biting, aggression and arthritis among other physical and emotional problems. There are many safe alternatives to declawing that can help you live more harmoniously with your [...]

February 20, 2008

• How Should I Care for My Cat’s Teeth?

  Everybody knows that teeth are made to last a lifetime. People are taught to brush regularly, at least twice a day, to stay away from sweet or sticky foods, to get plenty of calcium, and to floss to remove matter from between their teeth. How much of this wisdom applies to keeping a cat’s teeth [...]

February 14, 2008

• Finding the Perfect Groomer for a Cat

  Some animals need extra care while others can be cared for by their owners, but every animal deserves basic grooming. If owners are willing to spend the time bathing, brushing and trimming the nails of their cats and have the equipment to do so, the grooming time can create a special bond between them. If, [...]

November 28, 2007

• Exercise for Cats

  Creating an exercise regime for a cat is not as difficult as one may think. It is important for cats to be active and keep a healthy weight. Just as with humans, there is the need for a cat to receive the proper exercise, which can be accomplished with the assistance of the cat’s owners. [...]

November 19, 2007

• Holistic Care for Cats

  Having a cat is a great responsibility for many people. Cats are beautiful creatures that need the love and attention that any animal deserves. In some instances, the attention that is given to a cat is in the means of holistic care, as many will argue that this is the best way to take care [...]

November 16, 2007

• Cat-Proofing a Home

  Cat owners that have a cat, or several cats, all know that cats are mischievous, and love to explore things within the house. There are many ways that a home can be cat-proofed to make sure that a cat can not or has a difficult time in getting into such items as a cabinet. This [...]

November 14, 2007

• De-Clawing a Cat

  Pet owners that have cats will often know how difficult it is to make the decision to declaw a cat. This is because there is a great of pain for the cat that is associated with declawing the pet. There should be great care and consideration for those that are deciding on whether or not [...]

November 12, 2007

• Caring for Cats Teeth

  Taking care of a cat is the best means of extending the quality of life for the animal while they are still alive. There are variations to the extent of care that a cat can receive while they are in the care of an owner. Caring for cats teeth is one way that a cat [...]

November 7, 2007

• Dangerous Household Products for Cats

  Cats are known to be fun animals to have around the house, but they have also been known to be the most mischievous. This is because cats have a natural sense of wonder when it comes to exploring new things in the home. A cat’s curiosity is constantly in the need to be intrigued, which [...]

November 5, 2007

• Cats and Fleas

  Fleas can be pesky little bugs that can irritate a cat, and create much havoc in one’s home. Fleas can rapidly multiply, and can even lead to sickness in cats, as well as humans if there is an overabundance of them. Taking control to kill the fleas is important to both cats and residents in [...]

October 23, 2007

• How to get skunk smell from your cat

  If you have a cat that goes outdoors all the time, chances are they are going to get sprayed at some point.  This will help you to remove the smell from your cat. Remember to make certain that you are well guarded against all scratching and biting.   This isn’t going to be a fun process. [...]

October 18, 2007

• Giving a cat a bath

  Usually you won’t need to give your cat a bath, because cats keep themselves very clean without any help from us.  But there may be times that you will need to give a cat a bath, especially when your cat has fleas, so this will help you to make it as stressfree for the two [...]

October 12, 2007

• Getting a cat out of a tree

  We have all seen cartoons where the firemen come and get a cat out of a tree, but that is extreme. There are ways that you can get a cat out of a tree by yourself.
  a. Remember not to panic.  There’s a very good chance that your cat will find a way down on its [...]

October 11, 2007

• Is your cat overweight?

  Sometimes your cat can be overweight without you realizing. But you don’t want to put your cat on a diet without checking first. So here are some tips to help you determine whether she is overweight or not.
  Check your cat’s ribs. They should be easy to feel but not visible. If you can feel them [...]

August 22, 2007

• Cats and Diseases that can be contracted from them

  Cats are one of the most common pets that people have, apart from dogs that is. The reason for this could be attributed to the royal status that is generally ascribed to them. They may be considered royal, but they sure are not germ free. No matter how well groomed or how clean ones cat [...]