In light of Pet Appreciation Week (5th-11th June), we think we ought to celebrate our furry friends. Whether you’re a cat owner, admirer or are just trying to figure out which pet is your pawfect match, Catington Post wants to encourage you to celebrate all the cats of the world. Here are just a few […]
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
While warm weather brings sunshine, backyard barbecues, and more time outside, it also brings along with it a veritable army of insects – ants, mosquitoes, roaches, wasps, fleas, ticks, and other creepy-crawlies begin to invade our yards and homes. For pet parents, dealing with irritating insects can be rather tricky. Oftentimes, the chemicals, poisons, insecticides,
As much as we’d all love to take our cats with us everywhere we go – that’s rarely a possibility! Perhaps your cat doesn’t travel well or you’re going on a work trip or an exotic vacation far away. Whatever the reason, most times it makes sense to leave your cat under the care of
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
If you’ve ever lost a beloved kitty, you may have built a little monument to remember your furriest friend. Perhaps it was a beautiful stepping stone or a small bronze statue in your garden. As cat lovers, we are pleased to learn that monuments to cats can be found all over the world. Here are a
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
The kitchen is a place full of tempting smells and dangerous hazards. For curious cats, it can be the ultimate playground – and a potential deathtrap. Here are some tips for keeping your feline friend safe in the kitchen. Train Your Cat To Stay Off The Counter Cats love heights. If your cat keeps jumping
