How To Train a Cat To Use a Water Fountain
If you’ve just invested in a shiny new fountain for your cat, you’re probably really excited to see them using it. So, if they don’t take to it straight away, it might feel a bit...
Cat Basics
How To Get a Cat’s Attention in 7 Simple Steps
We all want our cats to like us, but cats are not always as outwardly affectionate as dogs are. It’s a privilege when they come to us for a stroke or cuddle, so how do...
What Is a Group of Cats Called?
We’ve all heard of a herd of cows or a pack of dogs, and you might even be familiar with some of the more unusual nicknames for groups of animals such as a parliament of...
New Cat Owner Anxiety: Why It Happens & How To Overcome It
Taking on a cat is a big responsibility. New cat owner anxiety, where feelings of overwhelm and stress emerge after bringing a new pet home, can be difficult to experience. However, these feelings are common...
How To Tell Which Cat Is Dominant
There is a common misconception amongst owners and professionals regarding dominance hierarchies in dogs and cats. Our understanding of dominance theory and the behavior of domestic cats has grown considerably in the past decade. Unfortunately,...
How To Get Poop Out of Cat Fur
Cats are usually excellent at grooming themselves. They spend a large proportion of their day cleaning themselves and enjoy it. Sometimes, however, cats need a little help from their humans. This is especially true if...
Can I Adopt Cats From the Same Litter? A Vet Explains
The decision to welcome a new feline family member is very exciting. But what about welcoming more than one cat to your family? It can be overwhelmingly difficult to choose when you meet a litter...
How Many Kittens Can a Cat Have?
Some female cats will have at least one litter of kittens in their lifetime. If you’re a soon-to-be pet parent of kittens, you might be wondering how many kittens you can expect, so that you...
How To Clean a Cat’s Ears: A Simple 10-Step Process
Cats are very good at grooming themselves and don’t often need our assistance to keep clean. While it’s difficult for them to reach their ears, ear cleaning is not something that is commonly required. Read...
How To Brush Your Cat’s Teeth
Do you brush your teeth? How about your cat's? Toothbrushing in pets is a powerful way to protect your cat's dental health. Cats can be fussy and the thought of trying to persuade your cat...
How Many Toes Do Cats Have?
Have you ever inspected your cat’s toes and marveled over how cute they are? Perhaps you’ve noted that they have a different number of toes on their front paws compared to their back paws. If...
Cat Ear Positions & What They Really Mean
While we may find our cats' behaviors often strange or even baffling, all cats have a unique body language that illustrates exactly what they are feeling or thinking. Taking the time to learn how to...