Girls or boys? Queens or toms? Some cat lovers prefer one over the other, believing certain personality traits are linked to biological sex. Maybe you've heard that male cats are more loving and female cats...
Deciding to add a cat to your family is an important decision that warrants plenty of thought and planning. It’s exciting, of course, but we can’t forget that cats are long-term commitments. Their needs go...
It’s that time of year! You may be gleefully planning your holiday party—but your unsuspecting cat is in for a surprise. Although some cats remain unfazed by commotion, most thrive on quiet and routine. They...
It’s fun to deck the halls with festive plants and flowers during the holidays. Unfortunately, some of these decorations are on the naughty list—because they are not pet-friendly. If you live with cats, you need...
Whether you’re flying cross-country or moving across town, traveling with your cat can be a daunting prospect. With the right preparation, though, traveling with a feline companion can be a great experience. Some cats prefer...
A kitten for Christmas? It’s on your child’s Christmas list and she’s been talking about it nonstop. Here’s what you need to know before granting her wish. Or satisfying your own desire for a sweet...
The best time to socialize a kitten is from birth, with their mother. So if you have a cat that has had a litter of kittens, well done for thinking about getting them socialized nice...
I’m sure we all know how it feels to be in a situation of stress—that nervous tummy feeling, the rise in heart rate and blood pressure, and the feelings of fear and agitation. Human coping...
Have you noticed the swinging pouch of loose skin that hangs from your cat’s belly? Perhaps you have heard of something called the primordial pouch. Well, what exactly is a primordial pouch? That swinging pouch...
There are 30 to 80 million stray, feral, uncared, and homeless cats living in the United States. When a cat follows you home, or you find a feline in the street and want to help,...
The most important thing we need to know about our cats is that they perceive the world differently from us. So when a cat displays undesirable behavior, it may be due to many different factors....
Male cats are quite similar to female cats in many ways, but boys do have some interesting personality traits and physical differences. If you are a cat lover who has both male cats and female...
