No creature would be able to thrive if it doesn’t feel safe and secure. Fortunately, there are a few simple things that you can do to boost your kitty’s confidence. To make your cat feel safe make sure that the little guy has its own quiet place. Provide a lot of physical and mental stimuli, …
It is not recommended to allow your cat to roam freely. If you ever do choose to let your kitty go outside, then you should be keeping an eye on it at all times. In case an indoor cat gets lost, it is highly unlikely that it would survive for more than a few days …
The sad truth is that your cat and dog might never become besties. But they can learn to live in peace. Ideally, you would want to raise the cat and dog together; if that’s not possible, then carefully plan the first meeting and introduce a positive association. Always keep the food and toys separate and …
Exploring the backyard can be beneficial for your kitty as the outside is full of mental and physical stimuli. However, if your cat has always lived indoors, the introduction to the outdoors would require some time. Always keep an eye on the cat when it’s outside. First, let the kitty out only for 10 minutes …
Of course, you would want to be a great mom or dad for your precious kitty, and the good news is that it’s actually not that difficult to make your pet happy. Make sure that your cat is healthy, that it has enough mental and physical stimulation, that it’s eating well, and that you spend …
Training your kitty is a fun and rewarding pastime. Moreover, it is amazing mental stimulation for your precious pet. You can teach your cat to do tricks, but you have to make sure that the overall experience is positive. Offer your kitty treats, teach one trick at a time on a regular basis, and don’t …
Some cats have extremely long tails, while others are named ‘tailless’. Is there a way for you to find out how long the tail of your adopted kitty is going to get? The cat’s tail usually stops growing once the animal reaches adulthood; the average length of the tail in cats is 9.9-11 inches. However, …
If you have a kitty that adores swimming, then you might be wondering whether you have to bathe the fluffy ball after its aquatic adventure or not. Giving your cat a bath after swimming is always a great decision. The ocean or sea is salty, pools have chlorine in them, and lakes are usually full …
It’s definitely flattering when your kitty decides to give you its priceless attention. But these tokens of appreciation can be annoying if you have just woken up. The cat might want your attention in the morning because it’s hungry. Moreover, cats are naturally active during these hours, so that’s when they would need your affection; …
If you have a healthy adult cat that’s eating well and is not gaining weight, then you have nothing to worry about – it looks like you are able to provide the little guy with enough exercise. In case you have a kitten or a recently recovered adult cat that is struggling to gain weight, …
Of course, you would want your cat to be as calm as possible after going through surgery. Unfortunately, there are kitties that can go crazy during the recovery period. Some cats won’t calm down after spay because of their body’s reaction to anesthesia. If your kitty is hyper after neutering, you would have to try …
Cats are extremely territorial, and that’s the main reason why a lot of them end up in fights with other kitties or even other animals. Fight wounds can result in infections as they rapidly seal over and trap all the bacteria inside – your cat can develop a fever and become lethargic. Kitties can also …
One of your cat’s ways of interacting with you is through licking and biting. And you’ll be surprised to find out how many different things these actions can mean. In case the cat simply came up to lick you and then bite you, then the kitty is either giving you a love bite or is …
Moving is a stressful experience for all family members. But unfortunately, our cats are usually the ones who suffer the most. Cats might not eat after moving because they are stressed and anxious; the kitty will also refuse to eat, in case there is something that it doesn’t like about the new space. With a …
Discovering a bald spot on your precious cat’s neck can be a stressful experience. Thankfully, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have something to worry about. Cats can develop bald patches on their necks, if their collar is too tight, if they’re going through a flea treatment, or if another pet is licking the fur …
