Cats

Is your cat’s belly rubbing on the ground? Your veterinarian will be able to confirm that your cat is simply in need of a diet vs. battling a real health concern, such as trouble...

We already know cats are curious creatures. But combine that curiosity with their persistent nature and springboard legs and you’ll find these curious creatures climbing on your...

Selecting a name for your pet is a huge responsibility. If you're struggling to find the perfect name for the latest member of your family, follow these steps and you'll be engraving...

When introducing two cats to each other the challenge can be met with hisses and swats if done incorrectly. Usually the cat who has already been living in the home has claimed...

This explains how to make a simple, effective cat door for access to and from your basement. A cat door is simply a hole cut through the basement stairway door, fitted with a...

Having a cat-friendly house will keep your cat happier and healthier, and make your life much easier. Learn about ways to make your house safe and fun for your cat.

Learn how to keep cats out of potted plants, which will make your houseplants happier, your floors cleaner, and your house smelling much more pleasant.

Finding someone to care for your pets while you are gone can be a challenge, and in the case of a cat sitter, picking the perfect person can be even more difficult. By keeping...

Grooming your cat will help eliminate dead hair, stimulate bloodflow to the skin, and serve as a great bonding activity.

You would be surprised at how fast kittens pick up on using a litter box. Unlike dogs, there is practically no housetraining involved. Unfortunately, sometimes the smallest...

Wow, your cat has been very vocal lately. She’s meowing loudly and demanding your attention. Her eating habits have changed, and she doesn’t seem hungry. You have also noticed...

Loving our pets and caring about the earth go hand in hand. Here are 7 tips on choosing an earth-friendly and pet-safe toy.

Caring for the blind cat is mainly common sense. Make sure he is safe and free from dangers.

In this article I will go through a step by step process to grooming a long-haired cat. I am a pet groomer with extensive experience in cat training, and will take your through...

When you are young and can't get a job at a store or restaurant such as McDonald's, it can be hard to make money. As tough as it is to make a dent in the moneymaking world,...

Introducing a new cat into your cat family can be traumatic for all. Here are some tips on how to make introductions run a little smoother.

During a disaster, pets are often overlooked and left to die. For example, in NYC during 9/11, the police did not allow pet owners and rescuers to enter the outlying stricken areas...

Christmas and other holidays can be fun for the whole family - pets included. However, there are some common hazards that may threaten your pet's well-being. Dogs, cats, rabbits,...

Selecting a new pet is a big decision for anyone. Remember anything you do will now impact the life of another creature. Below are some things to think about before you decide...

Advice about purchasing a pet as a gift for the holidays.

Propagation of catnip outside for medicinal or pet-related purposes.

Having a snack or a meal may attract your pet's attention, which would also involve some mooching. Well, before thinking about sharing your food with your favorite pal, be aware...

Cats are famously fastidious groomers; usually, they take care of themselves just fine. Sometimes, however, you may wish to be involved; here's how to make it painless and successful...

From the Catman's mouth to your ear: Tips for making your cat something she will use every day instead of your sofa! You'll learn the essential steps and avoid the common mistakes...

Cat lovers hate to leave their feline buddies behind during car trips and holidays, but usually even a short car trips prompts cats to become almost feral – moaning, pacing,...

As any cat owner will tell you, cat urine has a particularly intolerable - not to mention resilient - odor. On top of that, cat urine can stain carpet and hardwood floor alike...

Leash-training a cat seems like a losing battle, doesn't it? If you've ever tried to walk your cat on a leash, you might have given up rather quickly, concluding that...

When you look into the eyes of your beloved cat, do you see the soul of a voracious, meat-eating hunter? You probably see a cute, fuzzy, lovable attention-glutton! But rest assured,...

Would you want to bathe using your tongue on a daily basis? I didn't think so. But that's exactly what cats do. You'll never hear them complaining about it, either...

Stray cats are very common, and for a compassionate observer they pose a unique challenge. The challenge we often face as compassionate observers is figuring out whether the stray...

Ask many Americans how they found their beloved pet cat, and often you'll hear the familiar reply - "Our cat found us!" By some accounts, nearly half of all cat...

Children are funny when it comes to grief. It can look something like this: "Yea, my dog died. Can I have a peanut butter and banana sandwich?" Children can appear...

It's easy to fly with your cat, small dog, bird, or other pet in the cabin of an airplane. Most airlines will allow you to bring an animal on board as a carry-on and place it...

There's no easy way to cope with the loss of a pet, nor should you try to bypass the natural grieving process. Always remember, you're not alone. Everyone who's ever...

If you're a cat owner, you might have noticed it upon returning from vacation - a previously robust plant now tattered and ripped. Or maybe it's been happening bite-by-bite over...

Coping with the death of a beloved pet is very difficult for all of us, requiring lengthy sessions of grieving, feelings of emptiness and not just a few tears. But we often forget...

You love your pet and do not even want to think about him becoming ill or having an accident. Pet insurance can provide you with peace of mind if your pet does need extensive or...

For those of us who love our pets, choosing the right veterinarian can be a big decision. There are several things you can do to ensure that you find a doctor you are comfortable...

Choosing your pet's home away from home while you are gone is one of the more important choices you can make for them. Many people do not realize the extreme differences in...

Feline Rhinotracheitis, or feline herpes, is a virus commonly found in weak kittens or older cats, both domestic and wild. This feline virus is highly infectious and is easily...

Feline kidney disease is extremely common in older cats but can develop in younger cats. Cats that develop kidney disease do not begin to show symptoms until they have lost approximately...

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) causes feline leukemia, a type of cancer, as well as many other disorders including lymphoma, immune system suppression, anemia, gastrointestinal disorders,...

Feline pancreatitis is a serious disease that can be dangerous as well as painful for your cat. What is pancreatitis? It is a swelling of the pancreas, an organ that produces...

Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is part of the same family of viruses (lentiviruses) as the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Essentially, FIV affects a cat's T cells, the...

Feline constipation is not uncommon, and while it is more often found in older cats, it can occur in cats of any age. Generally, a cat will have one or two bowel movements a day....

If you have a cat, you already know how unpleasant it can be to keep the litter box clean. But did you know that cats can be trained to use the toilet? It's true, and you...

Ear mites are one of the most common causes of feline ear discomfort. But what exactly are ear mites? They are tiny parasites that live inside the ear canal of an infected animal;...

Spending some time to train your new kitten will be much easier than trying to undo bad habits in an older cat. But you may be wondering what the best...

Older cats are more sedentary than younger ones, and usually easier housemates, since they are less 'crazy,' but they have unique health issues that you should be aware...

Cats are among the easiest house pets to care for, because they are fairly self-sufficient, as long as they are fed and their litter is changed periodically. But there are a few...