Your cat needs to be able to get up and moving each and every day in order to get the exercise she needs to stay healthy. How can you help to make sure this happens? Your pet won’t be getting up to exercise because she knows that it’s important for her to do so, butContinue reading “Is your cat getting plenty of exercise each day?”
Category Archives: Cat Care
Where to place your cat’s scratching post
Your cat needs you to take the time to place her scratching post in an area where she will be able to use it, so you will be looking for the ideal area to fit it into. Where is this likely to be? Your cat needs to be able to take the time to scratchContinue reading “Where to place your cat’s scratching post”
Does My Persian Cat Need a Collar?
If you own a cat like the Persian, then you may want to think about getting your cat a collar for ID purposes. Whether your cat lives inside or outside, he needs to have some form of identification on in case he gets lost or separated from you. You can purchase a collar and IDContinue reading “Does My Persian Cat Need a Collar?”
Feline temperament basics
You have been thinking about bringing a cat into your family and you’ve been looking at all the different furry friends that are out there. You know that different cats will have different personalities and you will need a pet that will fit into your household. What should you know about feline temperaments? There areContinue reading “Feline temperament basics”
Is your cat eating the right food?
Your cat is a big part of your life and you want to make sure you are able to offer her everything she needs to enjoy her time in your care. In order to do this, she will need to be as healthy as she can be. This makes you wonder – is she eatingContinue reading “Is your cat eating the right food?”
Signs That Your Cat May Be Ill
Cat parents who are attuned to their pets’ daily routines and behavior will tend to notice even the subtlest changes. While some resolve on their own, some are relatively minor and can easily be managed. But there are life-threatening conditions that needs prompt veterinary attention. Some of the important signs that you should keep anContinue reading “Signs That Your Cat May Be Ill”
How Diabetic Cats Can Develop Heart-related Issues
Having a diabetic cat is already as bad as it is, it gets worse when our feline buddy gets a complication to the heart. It’s not uncommon for diabetic cats to acquire or develop secondary illnesses. In fact, they’re more prone to such complications, especially issues that involve the heart. Diabetes, due to the lackContinue reading “How Diabetic Cats Can Develop Heart-related Issues”
Eye Issues in Diabetic Cats
Diabetes is a growing problem for cats and their pet owners. Diabetes is a long-term illness that affects about 1 in 230 cats (it’s more common in dogs) and some studies show it could become increasingly more common in cats. The technical term is diabetes mellitus (or type 2 diabetes) which is experienced by aContinue reading “Eye Issues in Diabetic Cats”
Are You Having Trouble Affording Your Cat?
There almost always comes a time in a person’s life with money is tight and sacrifices and cut backs are needed. Many people live paycheck to paycheck and when unexpected things happen then money may not be readily available. This, however, should not affect whether you can care for your cat or not. If youContinue reading “Are You Having Trouble Affording Your Cat?”
Cat Health Watch — Mouth, Teeth, And Gums
A cat’s mouth, teeth, and gums can reveal a lot about your pet’s health status. Healthy gums appear pinkish with black spots. Healthy teeth are white and shiny, and there should be no foul odor coming from your pet’s mouth. Bad breath or halitosis is an early symptom of dental problems, so if you noticeContinue reading “Cat Health Watch — Mouth, Teeth, And Gums”