Pet owners sometimes are super conscious about cleanliness. They want their pets to always be clean and smell fresh. These are people who want to give their pets, even cats, regular baths. Do indoor cats need baths? No, most cats will never need a bath. Cats are great at grooming themselves and being put in …
The question of baths can be a tricky one for cat owners as most cats don’t like water and typically don’t need a bath. Yet, there are times when a cat owner needs to do something a little extra to keep their cat clean. Should I bathe my cat? Bathing your cat isn’t mandatory as …
Cats are like other animals, and even humans, in that they sweat when they get hot. However, they have a different way of releasing sweat than we do and also have different ways of cooling down compared to dogs or other animals. Do cats sweat through their paws? Yes, cats sweat through their paws. That’s …
Cat owners sometimes give their indoor felines more credit than they deserve for being able to adjust to a human world. It can be frustrating when you expect your cat to be on your schedule all the time when they just want to be a cat. Do indoor cats sleep at night? They do sleep …
Cats may like milk but that isn’t the best thing for them to drink. There are many other things they can drink occasionally and some they should never consume. Water is on the list for they should drink daily. Do cats drink milk or water? Cats should be drinking water at five weeks old, even …
Fleas are no fun. That is especially true if they start infesting your home. Cats can get fleas just like dogs despite their constant grooming. The secret to controlling fleas is to get a jump start on them the moment your pet has them. Does my cat have fleas? There are some sure-tell signs that …
A cat will lay at the foot of the bed or maybe up against your upper body during the night. However, the cat doesn’t seem to sleep deeply. He is every listening and occasionally will look toward the door. Do cats protect you when you sleep? They like to think they do. It’s in a …
People have always wanted to estimate their pets’ ages in human years. The adage for calculating a dog’s life is one year equates to seven human years. That theory has long been dismissed. Cat lovers do the same type of calculations for their feline friends but aren’t sure what numbers to plug into the equation. …
You know you’re being watched, even though your eyes are closed. You smell a little bit of fishy breath and maybe hear a purr next to you. Instinctively, you open your eyes to discover your cat has been staring at you the whole time. Why do cats stare at you while you sleep? Cats stare …
Bengal cats are beautiful animals that have won over many feline lovers’ hearts. Their gorgeous markings, whether they are spots, marble, or rosettes, are highly distinctive. Their personalities match their larger size combining the qualities of a wild jungle cat and a housecat but those who love them will pay a high Bengal cat price. …
One of the biggest problems in a multi-cat household is when one of them is overweight while other cats in the household are fit; therefore, one cat has to go on a diet while the others do not. This begs action from both you and your cat, so what can you do? Feed your cats …
Photo of @zoeythetwistycat on Instagram We cats can be a little more difficult to read than dogs, especially for first-time cat owners. There are plenty of things we do that humans find confusing and hard to interpret. Kneading, for example, is something you’ve probably seen your Bengal do several times. It’s also known as “making …
Humans are naturally drawn to us cats because we make amazing household companions—we’re funny, we’re clean and we’re extremely adorable. But, like everything in this world, we’re not perfect and we have things about us that may cause our humans to take a step back, like our tendency to use our claws on inappropriate things. …
Hearing the words “spay” or “neuter” can be quite daunting. For some, it’s because they believe it’s an unsafe and unnecessary procedure that can put their cat in a risky situation, while for others, it simply costs more than they’re willing to pay. But, unless your veterinarian has told you that your cat is too …
Photo of @kihtaymeow on Instagram Urinary tract infections are pretty common in humans. But, did you know that it’s a major problem in the feline world, too? Urinary tract infections usually affect older female cats, like me, a retired Queen, but it’s more dangerous for male cats since their urethra is more narrow compared to …
