Author: Deborah Brannon

Care, Conditions

We Love Disabled Cats; You Should Too!

Ever loved a disabled kitty? Chances are you have! Many special needs cats have become Internet celebrities, with fans all over the globe. Perhaps the most famous is Lil BUB! Lil BUB was born with several genetic abnormalities – from being a “perma-kitten” with dwarfism to being the only cat with osteopetrosis (a rare bone […]

Care, Health

Why You Should Brush Your Cat’s Teeth

Humans have 32 teeth and cats have 30. Every one of them should be brushed regularly – just like ours. Uh, I hear you thinking. Easier said than done! Right? I’ll admit it sounds tricky. However, learning to brush your cat’s teeth at home is necessary to keep your furry friends healthy. Sound ridiculous? It’s […]

Cats of the White House
History

Purr-esidential Cats of the White House

We’re here today to pay honor to the most presidential of cats, the First Felines of the White House. You may be familiar with a couple – like the Clintons’ beloved fellow Socks, or the very first cats who went to Washington with Abraham Lincoln but did you know, TEN of our presidents and their […]

Care

Are You Picking Up Your Cat Correctly?

Picking up a cat can be a tricky business. Some cats you’ll hold and be snuggling in no time. Other times, you’ll find yourself holding onto FURRY FURY! with claws.  Next thing you know, you’ve got holes in your shirt and your arms, stumbling around looking for band-aids instead of happily cuddling a kitty. Don’t […]

Conditions, Health

Can Cats Catch Colds?

Can cats catch colds? Yes. Well, that was easy, see you all next article. What – oh. You’d like to know a little more about it then? You’re worried that you might give your cat a cold or vise versa? Or maybe when to be concerned enough to see a vet? Alright, everyone settle back […]