It’s common knowledge that dogs are stressed out by fireworks, but many people don’t realize that a lot of cats are confused and afraid of the noises, too. For many of us with pets, Independence Day can be the most dreaded time of the year. For us, the evening is often spent comforting a fearful feline from […]
Pets enrich our lives in countless ways and adopting is one of the best things you can do for an animal in need. If you’re considering adding a cat to your family, there are some things you can do to help them feel more comfortable and become a cherished member of the family. When you’re
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19th—are you shopping for a cat dad? Choosing a gift for a man who has everything may feel impossible, but if the man also has a cat, your options grow exponentially. It can be tough to shop for the man who has everything. But if that man also happens to
Chances are, you’ve seen a cat respond to catnip by rubbing all over it, kicking at it, going crazy, writhing around on the floor…basically going nuts just by sniffing it! We wanted to find out just what it is about catnip that makes our kitties go crazy, and we learned some interesting things! Here are
Bonding with your cat is an important step toward living harmoniously together. To bond is to create a personal relationship that includes mutual love, trust, and respect between you and your furry friend. It’s easiest to bond with a new kitten, but you can also develop a strong bond with a new adult cat. Try
You may think that shopping for a scratching post is easy – just look for a pole covered in carpet or sisal and have it shipped out. But the truth is, you might just be throwing your money away if you don’t keep some basic “cat scratcher” shopping suggestions in mind. Here are a few
Cats are famously independent animals, but as beloved domesticated pets, it’s still tough to leave them at home alone for long periods of time. It can be particularly tricky if you don’t have a friendly neighbor or trusted friend who can pop in to feed your cat while you’re away. Plus, unless it’s a rare
Taking pictures of your cat is a terrific way to not only get wonderful photos of your furry family but to sharpen your photography skills, too. How many of your pet photo sessions result in blurry shots, the backside of a cat running away, glowing eyes, or an extreme close-up of a curious nose? Here
Every year, we are encouraged to think about our families and pets in the event of an emergency. You’ve probably already created “bug-out-bag” for your cat, but now you need to think about how you’ll get your cat into a kennel or carrier. Sadly, there are still far too many animals left behind during disasters.
You may think you have to choose between being a cat owner and a snake keeper, but the truth is you can have the best of both worlds! While cats and snakes are never going to be best friends, there is no reason why you can’t own both species. How much your cat and snake
