Between the tail’s purpose in expressing feelings and controlling essential functions, tail injuries are a big deal – and can happen anytime. Less than two months ago, my cat Daenerys had her tail caught by a door and the last inch of tail ripped off to the bone. It was a terrifying and traumatic injury […]
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Anxiety In Cats: 5 Sources of Stress And How to Manage Them
Things you didn’t realize were making your cat anxious: 1. Your foul mood. This might seem obvious to some people, but cats are just as adept as dogs at picking up on human moods. Thanks to the pheromones we secrete, the way the human voice changes pitch and the information we broadcast with our body […]
Meet George: A Handsome Boy With A Rocky Beginning
George is a special boy, not necessarily due to any birth defects or genetic health issues, but he was attacked by another animal (his parents suspect a spooky werewolf). Despite the fact that he has endured some challenges in his life, George is still booming with personality. I had the privilege of speaking with his […]
What Is Kittydelphia?
For those of you local to the Philadelphia and surrounding areas, you may have heard whispers of Kittydelphia floating around in passing conversation, like an impossible dream being carried by a gentle breeze – a promise of insurmountable happiness and bliss in its truest, purest form. But what is Kittydelphia? Is it, you know, like, […]
Five Ways To Keep Your Veterinarian Purring
No one wants to be the client that has the veterinarian arching her back and hissing. But how do you know if the things you are doing make you a terrific pet parent or raise your vet’s dander? In order to keep your kitty’s doctor happy, read on to see if you’re guilty of any […]
The Many Ways Cats Can Help Your Mental Health
You may have always suspected that your cat possesses mystical powers; maybe it’s the way he can get you to do exactly what he wants you to do. While he might not be a master of mind control, telepathy, or spell casting, he most certainly has the power to positively affect your mood and mental […]