Spring is around the corner and that means the insects are arriving as well. If you have cats, you know well the challenges of keeping your sensitive feline flea-free. Cats are notoriously sensitive to any chemical products and you should never use anything on your cat that isn’t approved by your veterinarian. Let’s look at […]
As your cat enters their golden years, it’s important to be aware of the special care they’ll require. Knowing what changes to expect and how to best meet your cat’s needs can help them enjoy a comfortable and healthy old age. In this blog post, we’ll provide expert advice on caring for senior cats. Keep
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
This is an important topic because, sadly, not everyone understands what it means to be a responsible pet owner. Here are a few things that pet parents often overlook when caring for their cats. Clean Food and Water Have you ever heard the old saying, “Garbage in, garbage out?” You’d be surprised to learn just
Most cat parents are aware of the most common items that are poisonous to our feline friends — chocolate, grapes & raisins, onions, alcohol, and artificial sweeteners like those found in sugar-free gum and candy. But, as responsible pet guardians, we should make ourselves aware of the extensive list of dangers that can be found
If you share your heart and home with cats with arthritis, you know the heartbreak of watching them hurt, but not being able to provide much relief. Finally, there’s help! The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug aimed at managing pain and treating osteoarthritis in cats. It’s also the first approved
With the Omicron variant of COVID-19 spreading rapidly around the country, a lot of cat parents are wondering if they should be concerned about spreading the virus to their feline friends, or vice-versa. Read on to find out if your cat can catch Omicron. In the early days of the pandemic, we were told by
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!
Have you ever seen your cat go bonkers chasing that red dot across the floor? It’s pretty entertaining. But have you heard that laser pointers are bad for cats? This article will answer the burning question: are laser pointers a purrfect plaything, or should we keep the red dot safely stashed away? Are laser pointers
Recent research reveals that about 40% to 55% (roughly 47 million) cats in the US are considered to be overweight or obese. Most people think flabby cats are cute (I do, too!), but as a responsible pet owner, you have to understand that obesity in your feline friend is just as serious as it is
