Cats climb everything due to their natural instincts for vantage points, security, and exploration. Indoors, they might climb more if there’s a lack of enrichment or vertical spaces,…
Cat Adoption
Setting Up a Safe Space for a New Cat
To create a safe space for your new cat, designate a quiet sanctuary room with essentials like food, water, and a clean litter box. Include comfort items with…
Kittens
What a Typical Day With a Kitten Looks Like
Your day with a kitten involves morning play sessions that boost social skills and agility. Grooming follows, essential for maintaining cleanliness and coat health. Sensory exploration sparks curiosity…
Living with Cats
Fun Ways to Keep Your Cat Engaged at Home
To keep your cat engaged at home, try using puzzle feeders to make mealtime a fun challenge. Incorporate vertical spaces like shelves or cat trees for climbing and…
Cat Breeds
Most Playful Cat Breeds for Active Owners
If you’re an active owner seeking an engaging feline companion, consider Bengal, Abyssinian, and Savannah cats. These breeds demand high physical activity and thrive on mental stimulation. Their…
Cat Health & Wellness
Worms in Cats: Symptoms and Treatment
If your cat has worms, you’ll notice symptoms like weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, or a distended abdomen. Their gums might pale due to anemia from a hookworm infection.…
Cat Behavior
How to Train a Cat to Stay Off Kitchen Counters
Training a cat to stay off kitchen counters involves understanding and redirecting their exploration instincts. Provide cat trees and shelving units for safe elevated spaces, satisfying their need…
Cat Adoption
How to Cat-Proof Your Home the Right Way
Cat-proof your home by securely storing cleaning supplies and hazardous objects, and stabilizing furniture to prevent accidents. Keep cords and drapes safe from curious paws, and store valuables…
Kittens
How to Build a Daily Routine for a Kitten
To build a daily routine for your kitten, establish consistency with feeding, play, and nap schedules. Start mornings with high-quality food and engage in active play to tap…
Living with Cats
How Much Exercise Does a Cat Really Need?
Your cat’s exercise needs depend on age and health. Kittens thrive on over an hour of play daily, adults benefit from 20-30 minutes, and seniors need shorter sessions…
Cat Breeds
Best Cats for Small Homes and Condos
When choosing the best cat for small homes or condos, consider breeds like the British Shorthair, Russian Blue, and Ragdoll, known for their adaptability and low-maintenance nature. British…
Cat Health & Wellness
How to Protect Your Cat From Parasites
To protect your cat from parasites, implement year-round prevention using topical and oral treatments for fleas, ticks, ear mites, and heartworm. Regular deworming and maintaining cleanliness can keep…
Cat Behavior
What to Do When Your Cat Jumps on Counters
Cats jump on counters due to curiosity, safety, and enticing scents. To deter this, make surfaces uninviting with textures like aluminum foil or tape, and keep counters clean.…
Cat Adoption
What to Buy Before Bringing a Cat Home
Before bringing a cat home, gather essential supplies like ceramic or stainless steel food and water bowls and a spacious, clean litter box. Opt for high-quality, low-starch cat…
Kittens
How to Create a Comfortable Sleeping Space for a Kitten
To create a comfortable sleeping space for your kitten, choose a draft-free, warm spot, ideally elevated and near essentials like food and water. Use soft, easy-to-clean materials such…