Is Your Cat Peeing on the Couch or Bed? Here’s 5 Reasons Why
Ever think, “Why is my cat peeing on the bed?” (Or couch or somewhere similar?) Here’s how to identify the reasons behind a cat peeing on the bed.
How To Keep An Outdoor Cat Cool In The Summer: Helpful Tips
Summer is the time to relax and slow down, a time to seek relief from searing temperatures. Cats are geniuses for finding the coolest spots in their homes. Sometimes they stretch out on cold bathroom tiles or in places where there are refreshing cross breezes. Although kitties are not as active in hot weather as …
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I’m Worried About Leaving My Cat When I Go On Holiday! Holiday Cat Care Tips
The holiday season is prime time for travel. If you can’t take your cat with you, who watches him while you’re away? See tips on holidays and cat care here.
5 Tips for Making the Cat Carrier a Happy Place for Kitty
You may be living with a cat who will do everything possible to avoid being within spitting distance of a cat carrier. She may be one who, as soon as the monstrous object looms into sight, disappears, hiding for days. Or she might be one of those little ones who seems to use Velcro to …
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How to Introduce a Cat to a Baby: Expert Tips & Tricks
Cats usually don't do well with big change; here are behavior tips to making the transition easier.
Is There Such a Thing as Inappropriate Cat Behavior?
It’s frustrating when cats avoid using litter boxes, play war games or yowl throughout the night. Frequently, people label these behaviors and other disagreeable ones “inappropriate.” Although these activities are unpleasant, they aren’t inappropriate — a more suitable description is “unappreciated.” From the cats perspective, the behaviors are appropriate for the situation. So, is there really any cat …
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How To Make An Outdoor Cat Into An Indoor Cat
Many nature-loving cats aren’t eager to forgo outdoor adventures and relocate indoors. Although not being allowed to roam outside keeps them safer and prolongs their lives, many don’t instantly morph into well-adjusted, happy cats when denied outdoor privileges. Some will immediately adapt, while others show their displeasure by incessantly vocalizing or door darting and engaging in …
Do You Unknowingly Reinforce Unwanted Cat Behaviors?
Most of the time, our little resident kitties are perfect. Well … almost perfect. Although they might not be little angels all the time, for the most part, they don’t get into too much trouble. There are times, though, when they might engage in annoying activities such as keeping everyone awake and persistently seeking attention. …
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Cats Just Have to Play! Here’s Why
Cats play because it’s fun. Playtime is filled with stalking, pouncing and batting things, and tumbling and chasing buddies. Although it’s fun for the participants and the lucky observers, playing benefits cats throughout their lives in a variety of ways. The fun activities help kittens develop muscles, coordination and timing, and it teaches them survival and social skills. Playing mentally and …
Stress in the Home Affects Your Cat, But You Can Help
Stress: a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances. Stress can help animals survive, and it can be unhealthy. Infrequent, stressful events can save lives because they instantly motivate animals to flee or fight. On the other hand, chronic stress and sudden traumatic events can cause behavior issues as …
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