When Is Mating Season for Cats
Spring is around the corner and kitty love is already in the air. Mating season for cats is starting earlier and earlier each year, catching many cat parents unprepared. Learn what happens during mating season for cats and why it’s so important to get your cat spayed before they become another “kitten season” statistic. When […]
Do Indoor Cats Need Microchips?
In United States shelters, less than one percent of feline intakes are microchipped. Cats are also much less likely than dogs to be found wearing a collar with ID tags. Without identification, it can be nearly impossible for shelters to successfully reunite a lost cat with their family. Though your indoor cat may spend all […]
Panting in Cats: What Does It Mean?
Have you ever caught your cat panting? While this behavior is much more common in dogs, cats, too, may pant at times. Just like dogs, cats can pant to cool down in hot weather or after intense exercise. However, panting can sometimes indicate that your cat is experiencing a health issue. Read on to learn […]
5 Enrichment Ideas To Entertain Cats When You’re Not Home
When does your pet do when they’re home alone? Having accidents, vocalizing, and becoming destructive are signs that your pet may be under stimulated or could be experiencing separation anxiety. These pet enrichment ideas can help prevent harmful behaviors, or just keep your pet entertained until you get back from work or school 5 Ways […]
How To Become A Cat Foster Parent in 5 Steps
Neonatal foster kittens and puppies often need frequent bottle or syringe feeding, manual stimulation or “pottying,” and a safe, pet-proofed space to play and explore. Have you thought about becoming a pet foster parent, but don’t know where to start? In honor of National Foster A Pet Month, learn what you’ll need to get started […]
How To Cat Proof Your Yard
Keeping your cat indoors is one of the best choices you can ever make for them. They’re safe from getting hit by a car, getting into a fight, ingesting toxins, and many other dangers of the outdoors. Though they can live up to 4 times longer than their roaming counterparts, many indoor cats do not […]
How To Pet A Cat
Do your cat petting skills get all the purrs, or are your interactions hit-and-miss? Learn how to pet a cat how they really want to be petted, and you can charm any kitty into becoming your best pal. Does Your Cat Want You To Pet Them? Before you pet a cat, make sure they actually […]
Is It Safe To Flush Cat Poop?
Have you ever wondered if you can flush your dog or cat’s poop down the toilet? After all, poop is poop, right? Well, it turns out that this issue is much more complex than you may think. Can You Flush Dog Poop? If your dog uses pee pads or they have an accident indoors, it […]
How To Tell If Your Cat Is Overweight Or Obese
When cats start to put on excess weight, it can take their pet parents by surprise. They’re with us every day, so it can be hard to notice gradual changes in their body condition. Your cat might suddenly look overweight when they’re sitting at their window perch. In the next minute, the very same cat […]
6 Subtle Signs That Your Cat May Have an Illness
With February being National Cat Health Month, this is an excellent time to ensure that our feline companions are healthy and well. In addition to annual wellness examinations and vaccination updates, it is important to have cats evaluated for chronic disease at least once yearly. As I have explained to clients over three decades of […]
How Cold is Too Cold for Cats?
With their built-in winter coat, cats adapt well to the changing seasons, and many don’t seem to mind exploring the outdoors when it’s bitterly cold out. But even the most adventurous cats can be at risk for hypothermia and frostbite in extreme temperatures. Learn how to determine when it’s too cold for your cat to […]
How Long Does A Cat Live?
Do you ever look at your sweet kitten and wonder if they’ll be around for your wedding? What about the birth of your first child? Your third? With regular vet visits, loving care, and a bit of luck, your cat can live well into their late teens, and may even make it to 20 years […]
How Often Do Cats Need To See A Vet?
Has your cat had a wellness exam in the past twelve months? According to the AVMA, less than 50% of cat owners take their cat to the vet annually. Meanwhile, over 80% of dogs in the United States see their vet at least once a year. Though we see our cats as more independent, they […]
How Often Does My Cat Need To See The Vet?
Whether your pet looks forward to getting treats and attention from their vet and vet techs or they tremble the whole time, your veterinarian is your pet’s second best friend. Take your dog or cat to the vet at least once annually to avoid vaccine preventable diseases, keep an eye on their health, and get […]
What’s “Answer Your Cat’s Questions” Day?
On January 22nd, “Answer Your Cat’s Questions” Day, one of many holidays founded by Ruth and Tom Roy, is celebrated by cat parents around the world. Most of us have little conversations with our cats on a daily basis, but today, we can take a moment to really listen to what our feline friends have […]