January 4, 2022 9:59 pm
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New cat owners make sure they purchase all the essentials: food, bowls, bedding, toys and a collar. Plenty of other cat products dominate the market, making it hard to decipher what’s necessary and what’s a luxury. This leads many pet parents to ask, “Do cats need a cat tree?” They sure do! If you’re on the fence about these carpet towers, the following benefits of a cat tree for your cat will sway you to purchase one. Cat trees provide high perches Cat trees are tall structures that provide platforms at various levels. While these are fun to explore, cats... View Article
December 21, 2021 8:25 pm
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Cats have a reputation for being “lazy,” since they sleep all day, but they need more activity than that reputation implies. All cats need play for mental and physical stimulation. If you want to make sure your cat doesn’t mistake 3 a.m. for the perfect playtime, it’s a good idea to give them plenty of dedicated play during your waking hours. Most of us have seen cats play with small stuffed catnip toys, or bat around feathers on a string. However, they can also play more structured games. Here are seven different ways you can play with your cat, without... View Article
December 7, 2021 8:25 pm
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The pitter patter of little cat feet is a lot less adorable when those same feet (and claws) rip up your furniture or dig into your legs. Trimming your cat’s nails is a good way to ensure they’re able to do less damage. How and when should you trim your cat’s nails? While some cats loathe the nail trimming process, getting them used to it early in life can help. It’s certainly better than declawing, which is essentially surgical amputation. (It may also cause behavioral and health issues.) Generally, you should plan to trim your cat’s nails every few weeks.... View Article
November 23, 2021 2:56 am
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One of the biggest questions we get from cat owners is, “Should I feed my cat wet or dry food?” Unfortunately, the answer isn’t always cut and dry (no pun intended). This post will cover everything a cat owner should know about canned or dry food for their cat. Benefits of wet food Cans of wet food have a moisture content of at least 60 percent. Here are a few reasons to feed a cat wet food: Urinary health: Because they have high water content, wet foods make a cat’s urine more diluted. The more diluted a cat’s urine, the... View Article
November 9, 2021 2:56 am
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Transporting a cat from point A to point B isn’t always a walk in the park. Many felines are hesitant to leave their territory, especially if they know they’re going to the veterinarian’s office. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be a struggle. These are some of the best ways to transport your cat to make the process as smooth as possible: Buy the right-sized carrier: Cat carriers come in all different sizes for a reason—felines need plenty of space to operate if they’re going to be comfortable during their car ride. The carrier should be large enough for the cat... View Article
