Cats are fond of chewing items that catch their attention and curiosity, and plastic is no exception. Ingesting plastic is fatal to pet cats. Hard plastic items do not usually pose a threat unless they are small enough to cause choking when swallowed. Plastic objects can also cause gastrointestinal obstructions that prevent the smooth flowContinue reading “Why Plastic Is Not Good for Your Pet Cat”
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Flea Collars for American Shorthair Cats
There is a variety of flea and tick prevention options available for your cat. If you own a American Shorthair cat then your vet may have already talked with you about flea prevention methods for your cat. Talk to your vet to find out if your American Shorthair is a candidate for a flea collar.Continue reading “Flea Collars for American Shorthair Cats”
Bringing a New Cat Home
Being in a new environment can bring your new pet cat lots of stress. Before you arrive at your home, ensure that you have already reserved a room where your cat will stay. Ensure that the room is quiet, cozy, and away from other people and pets in the house. Prepare a clean bowl ofContinue reading “Bringing a New Cat Home”
Why do American Curls Spray?
Did you know that cats tend to spray urine as a way to mark their territory? This is a common and instinctive behavior for both the male and female cat. However, if your American Curl is constantly spraying or is dripping urine excessively then call your vet right away. Abnormal spraying could be a symptomContinue reading “Why do American Curls Spray?”
Kitten Proofing Tips
Has a baby cat recently joined your family? That’s great! There are few things that bring more joy into our lives than kittens. However, you’ll need to do some petproofing. Your little buddy is very small, fragile, and curious. That’s a pretty dangerous combination! Toxic plants are one thing you’ll want to address. Many popularContinue reading “Kitten Proofing Tips”
Choosing A Cat Tower
Does your kitty have a cat tower of her own? If not, you may want to get her one. Cat towers benefit our feline friends in several ways. They provide great scratching posts, and also offer great lookouts, napping spots, and, of course, high vantage points. There are a few things to keep in mind.Continue reading “Choosing A Cat Tower”
Your Senior Cat’s Care Needs
Is your cat getting up there in the age department? Our senior feline friends need our love and attention as much as they ever have. Read on for some recommendations on taking good care of your aging cat. First, make sure your cat is fed an age-appropriate diet. Your senior cat’s nutritional needs have changedContinue reading “Your Senior Cat’s Care Needs”
What Are The Best Food-Based Enrichments For Cats
Providing food puzzles to your cat will help slow down her eating and prevent her from piling on excess weight. This will also help keep your cat from being bored. This activity will allow your cat to eat more naturally by allowing her to forage and hunt for her food. There are many food dispensingContinue reading “What Are The Best Food-Based Enrichments For Cats”
Why Vertical Spaces Are Important To Cats
As a natural predator, your pet cat will benefit from having a vantage point of her environment. A cat will choose an elevated space or vertical space, so she can see everything. Even a domesticated cat will prefer to stay in an elevated spot from time to time. Give your pet cat the vertical spaceContinue reading “Why Vertical Spaces Are Important To Cats”
Cats Shy Away From Dirty And Stinky Litter Boxes
Cats tend to be one of the fussier animals. As such, if their litter boxes become dirty or foul, they will look for somewhere else to eliminate their waste. An unkempt litter box is in fact, one of the top reasons why a cat avoids a litter box. A cat has over 200 million odor-sensitiveContinue reading “Cats Shy Away From Dirty And Stinky Litter Boxes”
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