Category: Cat Care

Whenever your cat has a vet visit, don’t hesitate to ask for a quick nail trimming. Your vet might also be willing to give you a quick tutorial on how to clip a cat’s nails.  Most veterinarians will allow you …

Taking care of a kitten is so fun and enjoyable and it’s also a big responsibility.  I’m going to give you a ton of help and information within this article and also provide you with several additional resources for taking …

It’s heartbreaking when you have to leave your cat behind when you travel.  Knowing how to find a good cat sitter will not only give you peace of mind while you’re away, but will also help your cat cope with …

Cats spend an enormous amount of time grooming themselves, but excessive grooming in cats may result in their losing fur and making areas of their body completely bare.  Excessive grooming can cause your cat to suffer with too many hairballs, …

It is a myth that a cat’s fur coat will keep them warm through an entire winter.  Outdoor cats are independent as a general rule, but when it gets cold in the winter, outdoor, feral and stray cats need help …

It’s well known that indoor cats live longer than outdoor cats simply because indoor cats are exposed to far fewer risks such as cars, attacks from other animals, environmental hazards and disease.  But how do you figure out how to …

If you’re worried that your cat is sleeping too much, don’t.  You may be surprised to learn that cats sleep more than half of every 24 hours.  Elderly cats and kittens sleep even more, seriously, like 80% of the time!  …

People generally view cats as independent, but the truth is, a cat left home alone can have as many issues as a dog or a person.  They do get lonely.  They can suffer with cat separation anxiety from missing their …

First, congratulations!  I’m so happy for you that you’re getting a new kitten and that you’re taking the time to find out what your new kitten needs. Here are some essentials you’ll need for your new kitten, including a few …

Several years ago, my tomcat, Miron, ran out of the house in the middle of winter and was lost for the entire day.  Luckily, he came back late the same night. I was very lucky that he came back, and …