Inappropriate urination, or peeing outside of the litter box, is the number one complaint of cat parents and also one of the top reasons cats are relinquished to shelters every year. And it’s easy to understand why. It’s extremely frustrating when your cat decides the litter box is off-limits! But, there’s always a reason for […]
As a cat owner, you know how important it is to make sure that your cat is cared for. This includes everything from making sure that their claws are trimmed; making sure that they are eating the right type of food; and enriching their environment with toys and places to play and sleep. Having a
Cats are marvelous, beautiful creatures. Because they are independent and don’t require a lot of space, they make great pets for seniors, people living in apartments, people with busy lives, and so many more. Cats that are exclusively companion animals and live indoors typically live long and healthy lives, free from the injuries and illnesses
We can all agree that our cats have us trained, right? But did you know it IS possible to train your cat? In fact, you’ve already trained him (or her) in some ways without even realizing it. Think about how your cat comes running when he hears the sound of a can opener or the
Many people think that you can’t train a cat. Well, they’re wrong. If you know what motivates your cat, you can train it! Learn how to train a cat to come when called from board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. E’Lise Christensen, DVM in this Howcast video.
They’re cute, they’re lovable, and judging by the 26 billion views on over 2 million YouTube videos of them, one thing is certain: cats are very entertaining. But their strange feline behaviors, both amusing and baffling, leave many of us asking: Why do cats do that? Tony Buffington explains the science behind some of your
Jackson helps you actually communicate with your cat by properly learning their body language. Halloween cat, showing their belly, the wagging tail, overstimulation aggression, play aggression, and even peeing outside of the litter box – these are all forms of communication via body language. And trust us, your cat’s body language is very different than
Do you have a cat that gets aggressive when you play? Most of the time those are young cats, and it’s a very common problem. Learn how to deal with a cat that scratches or bites from board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. E’Lise Christensen, DVM in this Howcast video.
If you’ve been on Facebook this past week, you’ve probably seen this viral video called “Vengeance Meow” being shared among people who have cats. It’s even possible it gave you a smile, and that’s okay… it was meant to be funny! Don’t worry, we aren’t uptight – we get it. But we wanted to take
Cats may not talk to us with words, but they’re always telling us how they feel – if we just learn how to read the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) signs they show us through their body language. Check out this handy visual guide by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA),
