Hairballs, as any pet owner will tell you, are simply purr for the course when it comes to cat ownership. Just like scooping the litter box, it’s one of the least glamorous, but most common cleanups. Continue reading “Hairball Hacks for Healthy Cats”
From a young age, humans are taught to wash their hands after using the restroom, especially before meal prep. Cats on the other paw are more likely to jump directly from the litter box to your kitchen counters without giving a second thought to how unsanitary it is. Continue reading “Easy Ways to Keep Cats Off Counters”
There’s a reason why so many weight loss cat foods exist. To keep Fluffy healthy, there may come a time when she needs a little help with weight control. But what if you saw her suddenly and inexplicably drop a few pounds? You’d rightfully be concerned. Continue reading “Should I Be Concerned About My Cat’s Unplanned Weight Loss?”
Zootonics is an area of study focused on the transmittal of disease from human to animal. Though rare, some illnesses can be passed between owners and their pets. Of course, the threat level varies depending on what kind of pet you have and the virus in question. Continue reading “Can My Cat Catch a Cold from Me?”
Cats. Their independent sprit may cause us to work slightly harder for their affections, but these little lovers are the light of our lives. Continue reading “9 Ways to celebrate National Cat Day”
Just because you’re really more of a “cat person” doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice one of the best parts about having a dog: teaching it party tricks! While it’s true the two species do have a different learning style, you can absolutely help your feline friend absorb the basics. Continue reading “Teaching an Old Cat New Tricks”
Let’s face it, cats spend the majority of their time napping. Even still, for the small portion of the day they are conscious, they’re actually pretty good communicators. That is if you know how to interpret their messages effectively. Continue reading “Cat Communication: What is your Kitty Trying to Tell you?”
Should you ever doubt your pup’s love of cat food, just watch what they do around the litter box. Give them an inch and we’ll bet they go a mile searching for ‘treats’ your kitty has deposited in the sand. Even in its digested form, cat food is a delicacy that’s just too tempting to ignore. Continue reading “Can Dogs Get Sick from Eating Too Much Cat Food?”
Just about any time a cuddly kitty graces the silver screen, they’re being presented with a delightful saucer of milk or generous helping of tuna. But did you know both of these stereotypical treats can be extremely dangerous to cats? Continue reading “10 Surprisingly Common Foods that are Dangerous to Cats”
Dear Readers: Today’s post discusses the death of companion animals, which may be upsetting for some folks—especially those who have very recently suffered a loss of their own. If this topic is too painful for you to think about right now, then please consider perusing this entry at a later date. Meanwhile, you can click here for a light-hearted list of ways to celebrate National Dog Day, here for an irreverent essay about preventing cat hairballs, or here for a hilarious recap of Muenster Milling’s Annual Halloween Costume Contest. Continue reading “Coping with Loss: Unique Ways to Memorialize a Family Pet”
