We all know that one neighbor whose dog barks incessantly and keeps everyone up at night. It can be really frustrating, especially if you’re losing sleep over it or the barking is stressing out your cats. Here are a few steps to take when your neighbor’s dog won’t stop barking. You may find yourself frustrated […]
Does your cat keep you awake all night? Guess what – you can solve the problem! By understanding why your cat might be keeping you up and making a few changes, you and your feline friend can get back to sleeping soundly through the night! By the Numbers: Since 1998, the number of cats sleeping
Inappropriate urination, or peeing outside of the litter box, is the number one complaint of cat parents and also one of the top reasons cats are relinquished to shelters every year. And it’s easy to understand why. It’s extremely frustrating when your cat decides the litter box is off-limits! But, there’s always a reason for
If a human were to walk up to you and slam his forehead into yours, it would generally be a bad thing – and probably lead to a fight! However, when your cat does it to you, it means something entirely different. So why do cats give headbutts? The technical term for what your cat
Cats are marvelous, beautiful creatures. Because they are independent and don’t require a lot of space, they make great pets for seniors, people living in apartments, people with busy lives, and so many more. Cats that are exclusively companion animals and live indoors typically live long and healthy lives, free from the injuries and illnesses
How much does your cat like his carrier? If your cat is like most, the answer is “not at all!” Most of us drag the carrier out of storage minutes before we need it and wrestle our cats inside. If we are lucky, no one is bleeding and we can still get where we need to go.
Do you have a cat that gets aggressive when you play? Most of the time those are young cats, and it’s a very common problem. Learn how to deal with a cat that scratches or bites from board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. E’Lise Christensen, DVM in this Howcast video.
If you’ve been on Facebook this past week, you’ve probably seen this viral video called “Vengeance Meow” being shared among people who have cats. It’s even possible it gave you a smile, and that’s okay… it was meant to be funny! Don’t worry, we aren’t uptight – we get it. But we wanted to take
If you share your home with multiple cats, you’re probably all too familiar with the awful sounds of two of them fighting. Typically, they’re just wrestling and play fighting, but as a responsible pet parent, you should be able to distinguish between a mock battle and a real brawl. When a real cat fight happens,
Is it possible to have a cat AND nice furniture in the same house? …YES! With proper training and by providing your feline friend with the necessary tools, you can have nice furniture – free from claw marks. First, understand that scratching is a natural, necessary behavior and provide an appropriate place for your cat
