There was once a time when we were content to put a cat into a cardboard box and take them to the veterinarian for his annual checkup. But the times are changing, and these days, there are as many different types of carriers as there are different types of cats. You may think all cat […]
In a world where the average lifespan for a cat is around 12-15 years, Flossie is a real senior citizen! At 26 years and 316 days old, she holds the Guinness World Record for World’s Oldest Cat. This sweet & gentle tortie was recently adopted from Cats Protection, a shelter in the UK, and has
Are you the type to get up at the crack of dawn and shop on Black Friday or do you prefer to shop from the convenience and comfort of your cat-themed pajamas? Things will be a bit different this year – some stores are extending their Black Friday deals to month-long events and most shopping
Thanksgiving is about so much more than a massive turkey dinner – it’s a time to gather with family and friends (two and four-legged alike!) and focus on the good things in life. In an effort to include furry family members in the feast-ivities without putting them in danger of gastrointestinal upset or even pancreatitis,
Just in time for the United States midterm elections, let’s take a look at some of our “first kitties!” From our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln all the way to our current president Joe Biden, the White House has had quite the run of feline residents: Abraham Lincoln & Tabby Abe Lincoln was the first President
Mars, Incorporated, the company behind some of the world’s most popular candy brands, is buying Champion Petfoods. Champion Petfoods is the Canadian company behind ORIJEN and ACANA, two of the most popular premium natural and grain-free pet food brands in the world. The news comes with very mixed reactions from pet parents and independent retailers.
What is FLUTD? You’ve just taken your kitty to the vet because he was urinating blood or peeing outside of his litter box… and he was diagnosed with FLUTD. What does that mean? How is it treated? Pronounced “Fluted”, Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease or FLUTD refers to a pool of health conditions in cats
Do you share your bed with your cat? Statistics would say you do — 62% of cats sleep in bed with their adult owners. If you’re lucky enough to share your bedtime with a cat, has it had an adverse effect on your sleep? While we all enjoy taking a snooze with our furriest friends,
Ever hear the saying, “curiosity killed the cat?” Cats, especially kittens, can be very curious – it’s part of their charm! But, that curiosity can also get kitties into trouble if their humans don’t take a few extra precautions by pet-proofing at home to ensure their safety. Here are some ways to pet-proof your home
At first glance, Sphynx never fail to get a reaction from people. Some love their bald, wrinkly bodies, some are fascinated by them, and still, some find them strange and ugly! From their chamois soft skin to their curious and friendly personalities – it’s a good thing these furless felines love attention because they draw
