Imagine lounging on your couch, enjoying a rare moment of tranquility, when suddenly your feline friend starts scratching their ears incessantly. If this scene sounds familiar, you might be dealing with ear mites in cats. These tiny parasites can cause a world of discomfort for your pet, but don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. In this […]
The dreaded day arrives too quickly – nail trimming day. If you’re like most cat owners, you know the struggles of keeping your feline friend’s claws in check. Cats worldwide often find this routine grooming task anything but routine. But what if I told you that the Dremel 7350-PET could change all that? Today we’re
Cats are known for their fastidious grooming habits, often seen licking and cleaning themselves for hours on end. But why do cats groom themselves so regularly and obsessively? The Catington Post takes a closer look at cats’ grooming behavior to give you the answers. From health benefits to socialization, there are a few key reasons
Are you the proud parent of a cat who hates baths? Whether they run and hide, try to squirm out of your arms, or begin howling as soon as you bring out the shampoo, it’s never easy trying to give them a good bath. Don’t worry though – there are lots of ways to keep
In the wild, claws are one of the most important parts of a cat’s survival. They help grab prey, grip rocky mountainsides, mark their territory, and allow a cat to survive. While domestic cats don’t have to do all that for survival, it’s very important that they keep their claws healthy and intact to retain
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
Anyone who shares their home with a furry feline is battling cat hair — on our clothes, our furniture, and swirling around in bundles on the floor. These are tried and true ways of removing cat hair from just about everywhere: Cat Hair On Your Clothes They say, “No outfit is complete without cat hair,”
When you’re a cat person, you want your four-legged friend around you all the time. Whether they’re perched on the back of the couch or snuggled up next to you in bed, a cuddly cat can be a huge source of comfort. But, even if your cat is standoffish and you often don’t know where
Why does it always seem like you find those disgusting hairballs with the bottom of your bare foot? Let’s face it – hairballs are gross. Cats get them from licking their coats and swallowing the fur. That hair builds up into a wad in their stomach and is promptly vomited back up. But, fear not!
Advice from Andis Educator, Dana Chavez-Rey The Catington Post recently held a Facebook LIVE presentation with Andis Educator, Dana Chavez-Rey, who showed us how easy it is to trim your cat’s nails at home, and gave a few different techniques for keeping your cat relaxed and calm during the process. Watch a replay of the
