We all know fleas and ticks are a problem for our feline friends, but how much do you really know about these dangerous parasites? Here are 10 freaky facts you probably didn’t know about fleas and ticks…do you feel itchy yet? 1: A female flea can lay at least 20 eggs a day. Half of the […]
Deciding to foster one cat is a big commitment, but it pales in comparison to fostering a litter of kittens. Fostering kittens takes a lot of time, energy, and patience – but it’s extremely worth it! By fostering, you’re giving those little ones the best chance for success in life, and it’s more likely they’ll find
With Governor Larry Hogan’s signature, Maryland become the second U.S. state to ban veterinarians from performing cruel and unnecessary declawing of cats. In July of 2019, New York became the first state to outlaw the practice of declawing cats unless medically necessary, and although Florida and Massachusetts have considered similar laws under consideration for several years, Maryland
Just because your cat lives indoors doesn’t mean they can’t have a happy and full life! There are plenty of ways to ensure your home provides the exercise, entertainment, and stimulation your feline friend needs. Start Early If you adopt your cat as a kitten, that’s when it’s time to start keeping him indoors at
Easter can be a fun holiday for your entire family and of course that includes the cat, too! However, because there are a few extra potential hazards and likely sources of stress for our four-legged best friends during this festive day, it’s important that you keep them safe. To have only the happiest of Easters
Essential oils are a hot topic these days and there is a lot of interest in using them with our pets. But, just because something is natural does not mean it is safe. Arsenic, opium, and mercury are natural – but you don’t want these things lying around your home! Essential oils can be a
If you have just received the news that your cat has hyperthyroidism, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. Feline Hyperthyroidism is a condition that affects cats and is caused by an overactive thyroid gland. This results in the cat having an increased metabolism, which can cause a wide variety
There are many kinds of food and flowers that humans enjoy which are unsafe, even deadly, for our feline friends. Lilies are no exception. If your cat comes into contact with certain types of lilies, it can make him seriously ill. Even sniffing the pollen of some lilies can land your furriest friend in the
Is your cat bored, lazy, or just plain disinterested? Has your feline friend grown tired of the same old furry mice and barely raises a paw when you enter a room? Not to worry, we’ve compiled this list of totally cool fun and games that are sure to get even the most forlorn felines out
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,”
