Tag: cat care

Clothing On Cats: Is It Ethical?
Lifestyle

Clothing On Cats – Is it Ethical?

Okay, I’m not gonna lie. I’m a sucker for cats wearing little people clothes. Who isn’t? Look me in the eye and tell me you don’t completely lose it when you see a kitty in a dapper little bowtie, or wearing a fancy pink tutu? Animals in clothing may be the purest, most delightful sight […]

Senior Cats and Senior Citizens: A Purrfect Match
Cats, Lifestyle

Senior Cats and Senior Citizens: A Purrfect Match

“I can’t get another cat.” That’s what my friend’s mother, Sallie, told me after enduring the unexpected death of her husband and — just two years later — the passing of her cat. Squish was a low-key tuxedo who liked to curl up on the couch with her at night. Sallie took Squish’s death especially […]

Why Isn't Your Cat Wearing A Collar?
Behavior, Care

Why Isn’t Your Cat Wearing A Collar?

You may be thinking, “My cat is an indoor cat, they don’t need a collar.” Yet, you may be mistaken. The American Humane society says, “Even indoor-only cats should wear collars, because if your cat does get out… [they have] a better chance of safely and quickly getting back home.” And if your friendly furball […]

Behavior

How Do Cats Show Us Their Feelings?

By now, we all know that cats have many different ways they show affection. Kneading, for example, is one of them. Of course, there is also the head boop, where they bonk their little noggin into your face, usually at very inopportune moments – say, when you’re eating cereal or just simply not paying attention […]

10 Toxic Flowers to Keep From Your Kitty
Care, Health

10 Toxic Flowers to Keep From Your Cat

At the end of May, many of us are buying extra flowers because the sun’s finally shining and we’re ready to celebrate! Unfortunately, many of the most common household flowers can be toxic to our feline friends. They’re pretty to look at, but you must beware of your kitty getting too close or eating them. […]