Essential oils are popular as a natural way to relieve stress, promote relaxation, and improve overall wellness. However, before you start diffusing these oils around your feline friend, it’s important to understand that not all essential oils are safe for cats. In fact, some essential oils can be toxic to cats if they’re not used […]
We recently attended Superzoo, a pet industry trade show where all the newest products are showcased, in search of the coolest, cutest, and most innovative finds for felines. After perusing hundreds of booths, we’ve rounded up our 8 favorite new products for cats and cat lovers. From innovative new toys to gadgets and gizmos that
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more than half a million cats, dogs, and other pets are killed or injured in fires every year. A house fire is, without a doubt, one of a pet parent’s worst nightmares. Here are 6 things you can do to help protect your cat from a fire:
By Dr. Lauryn Benson, DVM for Veterinary Emergency Group As a cat owner, you don’t want to think about having to rush your pet to the emergency vet. However, this is sometimes an unfortunate necessity, and it’s good to know which conditions and situations might require a trip to the emergency vet in the middle of the
While cats spend a good portion of their days sleeping and grooming themselves, they also need to be entertained. And if they are left with nothing to do, they can become naughty and destructive little creatures! Cats are hardwired to be predators, so it’s important you give your cat an opportunity to be a predator.
Do you need to know how to give your cat a bath? First, do they really it? Most cats don’t need to be regularly bathed. Those hairballs you discover around your apartment, while annoying, show that your cat is regularly bathing and cleaning themself. Cats famously (and maybe stereotypically) hate water, but sometimes their fur
Being a cat owner requires you to spend time utilizing preventive measures to keep your cat safe and healthy. They can be magnets for trouble, after all, and it falls to you to minimize the fallout. If you have a cat with a penchant for exploring outside, one of your key actions is to help
Are you familiar with your cat’s vital signs? The time to learn how to take your cat’s vital signs is now — before you’re faced with an emergency! It’s very helpful for a pet parent to be familiar with your cat’s heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature in case of an emergency. Learning how and periodically checking your fur
By Dr. Sam Kovac You’ve probably experienced it yourself. You’re cuddling your cat, enjoying their warmth and the rumble of their purr, and then they turn to you. And the breath that washes over you is so foul that it makes you gag. Bad breath in cats is a common complaint, and yet it isn’t
Do you have a fat cat? Do you have a frisky kitten? Whatever type of feline friend you share your home with, it’s important to incorporate exercise into your cat’s daily routine to keep his mind and body in tip-top shape! Here are some fun ideas to keep your kitty moving: 1. Felines Like Friends
