Cats are very independent but sometimes they can still get frightened. The first thing you should do if you notice your cat is acting differently towards people, places or things is to take them to the vet. If your cat is in pain because of a condition or sickness they will be acting out and… Read more »
Why Your Cat Needs a Scratching Post
You love your cat. And he loves you. But it is important to keep in mind that he is descended from the large cats – lions, cheetahs, tigers – which climb trees and require sharp, long claws for traction. They also use the trees as scratching posts. Your cat has no need for such traction,… Read more »
How to Help Kitty Sleep at Night
If you have a kitty friend, you are no stranger to the nighttime wake up calls. You are laughing right now because you know what we mean. Your cat jumps on you in the middle of the night like there was a killer chasing them up the stairs. Or you wake up to their paw… Read more »
Exploring the 5 Senses of Cats
Cats have all the same senses that humans do: sight, smell, sound, taste, and touch. However, they work differently for cats than they do for humans. So what are the key differences? Having an idea of how your cat’s senses run can give you an insider’s view of how to take care of your cat… Read more »
The Responsibilities of Owning a Cat
Being a pet owner of any kind is a responsibility you need to be ready for, and maybe even expect the unexpected. Do not just shuffle off to the closest animal shelter and adopt the first cat you see. You need to do your research and be prepared for the cost and responsibility you are… Read more »
The Basics of Socializing Your Cat
Cats are not like humans and they don’t have the mentality as we do. Humans have a want and a need to be in a group and to socialize, a pack mentality. The same applies to a dog. Just because dogs and humans have pack mentality doesn’t mean a cat does. Cats are a different… Read more »