Chances are, you’ve seen a cat respond to catnip by rubbing all over it, kicking at it, going crazy, writhing around on the floor…basically going nuts just by sniffing it! We wanted to find out just what it is about catnip that makes our kitties go crazy, and we learned some interesting things! Here are […]
If your cat is anything like mine, his cat’s ears can pick up the sound of a bag of treats being opened from across the house! Ear care is one of the most overlooked areas of cat health. Here’s how to check your cat’s amazing ears for signs of problems, and how to keep them
Bonding with your cat is an important step toward living harmoniously together. To bond is to create a personal relationship that includes mutual love, trust, and respect between you and your furry friend. It’s easiest to bond with a new kitten, but you can also develop a strong bond with a new adult cat. Try
Most people believe that cats are pretty low-maintenance and most cats can handle their own grooming needs. But, that’s not entirely true. Human interference in developing new breeds has left cats largely ill-equipped to handle their own grooming. Long-haired cats suffer from terrible matting problems while hairless cats require frequent bathing to remove the sebum
You may think that shopping for a scratching post is easy – just look for a pole covered in carpet or sisal and have it shipped out. But the truth is, you might just be throwing your money away if you don’t keep some basic “cat scratcher” shopping suggestions in mind. Here are a few
Of all the animals in the world, cats are some of the most popular pets. And while there are many different kinds of cats, some breeds are more rare and unique than others. Here are seven of the most unusual and interesting cat breeds that you may not have seen before. What are the rarest
If you’re considering adopting a cat but aren’t sure if you’re ready to make the commitment, you may want to try fostering. Here are 4 reasons you should become a cat foster: 1. Being a foster is your chance to ‘test-drive’ cat ownership before making a 10 to 20-year commitment. Perhaps you aren’t sure what
As a cat owner, you may or may not have heard about DOGTV – a tv channel created just for dogs. And now cats can enjoy it too! While DOGTV does have some feline fans that tune in all year long, they are celebrating Hug Your Cat Day on June 4 by kicking off Cat
Did you know that Ernest Hemingway was a fellow cat-lover? That’s right, the celebrated novelist owned 23 cats over the course of his life who he let roam freely, eat cases of salmon, and even taste the occasional whiskey. And we’re not just talking any ordinary cats. Hemingway had a love of polydactyls which are
Does your cat get stressed out by loud noises, like fireworks or thunderstorms? Well, your feline friend is not alone. 64% of cats immediately hide during fireworks, with 26% showing visible signs of distress including trembling and panting. 13% of cats refuse to eat during or after fireworks displays. In response, MORE THAN created the
