Did you know that constipation can be a common occurrence in cats? If your cat is having trouble pooping or you have noticed that the poop is hard, dark in color, small little clumps all over the litterbox, or you’ve seen your cat straining to go then she could be constipated. If this is theContinue reading “Constipation in Cats”
Category Archives: Cat Care
Cats and Yarn
Contrary to popular belief, yarn is not the best option when it comes to toys for your cat. Why? Yarn can be dangerous for cats. For instance, if your cat unravels a ball of yarn and then becomes entangled in it he could accidentally wrap the yarn around his neck and choke. If no oneContinue reading “Cats and Yarn”
Creating places your cat will be drawn to
Your cat needs to feel welcome in your home and this will likely mean tailoring some of your living space to her preferences. How can you create spaces she will be drawn to? Your cat needs you to think about who she is as an individual in order to grasp personality traits that may impactContinue reading “Creating places your cat will be drawn to”
Fitness Tracker for your Cats
Does your cat sleep a lot during the day? Ever wonder if he’s getting enough sleep at night or if something else is causing him to be tired in the day? What about those times when your cat is running crazy during the day and out like a light at night? If you’re curious aboutContinue reading “Fitness Tracker for your Cats”
Protein Intake In Cats
Unlike humans, cats can use protein as a primary source of energy. Cats that are fed high amounts of carbohydrates can have higher risks of becoming obese or developing diabetes. You should check the ingredients of your cat’s pet food to make sure that it’s composed of animal proteins and not plant-based proteins. Also, theContinue reading “Protein Intake In Cats”
How the weather can impact your pet
You have a pet in your life who you care deeply about and you want to make sure you are able to understand her to the best of your ability. This makes you wonder – how can the weather impact her daily life? Even if your cat spends all her time inside your home, changesContinue reading “How the weather can impact your pet”
Picking out the right cat collar
Your cat needs a collar that will help her to feel at ease in your care and allow her to make the most of her time while wearing it. Generally speaking, this will mean that she has a collar she isn’t really taking notice of while wearing it. To choose the right collar for yourContinue reading “Picking out the right cat collar”
Ways To Encourage Your Cat To Drink More
Cats have evolved to be poor water drinkers. In the past, their wild ancestors depended on their prey for hydration. They seldom seek out water sources to quench their thirst. Unfortunately, this trait is still very much evident in pet cats today. This is an important reason why cats are more prone to kidney problemsContinue reading “Ways To Encourage Your Cat To Drink More”
How to Deal With a Matted Cat
Cats love to groom themselves, but despite this, they can’t prevent mats and tangles from always happening (especially long-haired cats and those that lack regular grooming because their owners are busy). What many cat owners don’t know is that matted hair could cause skin irritation, a wound, or worse, an infection. If you find mattedContinue reading “How to Deal With a Matted Cat”
Treating Gum Disease in Cats
If your cat is having trouble chewing and also has irritated or inflamed gums then you should call your vet and schedule a checkup. You should definitely call and make an appointment if your cat suddenly develops extremely bad breath that won’t let up and go away. These can all be beginning signs of gumContinue reading “Treating Gum Disease in Cats”