When it comes to companion animals, cats and dogs are like comparing apples and oranges. Generally speaking, dogs are known for wanting to please and being eager to receive attention. It’s a running joke that dogs have masters and cats have slaves. Generally speaking, cats are known for their independent nature and devil-may-care attitude! They … [Read more...] about How to Socialize a Cat
Adopting an Older Cat
Thinking about adopting an older cat? Deciding to adopt an older cat is a big step. Even though your prospective new family member may be older, it still is a lifetime commitment. All family members must be on board with this decision. Adopting an older cat should never be done spur of the moment or taken lightly. You want this to be a mutually … [Read more...] about Adopting an Older Cat
When a Cat Stops Using the Litter Box
Generally, there are four major reasons for a cat to stop using their box, and it is not exclusive to just one … it could be a combination. Medical isueProblem with the litter box set-upEnvironmental stressor(s) (example: something or someone inside or outside the home environment that is causing the cat stress)Tensions in a multi-cat … [Read more...] about When a Cat Stops Using the Litter Box
Kidney Disease in Cats
Introduction Chronic kidney disease (kidney failure) is a permanent loss of kidney function.Diseased kidneys cannot perform normal tasks, such as filtering the blood of toxins, maintaining hydration, balancing minerals, and stimulating red blood cell production.Approximately 50% of cats will develop kidney disease in their life. Signs of … [Read more...] about Kidney Disease in Cats
Vomiting in cats: It’s normal until it’s not
Summary: Some vomiting in cats may be normal.Frequency less than 1-2 times per monthConsists of hairballs or partially digested food if a cat eats too quicklyChronic vomiting in cats is commonFrequency is often at least once weekly, typically multiple times per weekPatients may seem otherwise normalChronic vomiting that lasts for months … [Read more...] about Vomiting in cats: It’s normal until it’s not
Introducing Two Cats
Introducing a new cat into your home takes time and patience. Here are a few tips Keep the cats separate to start with. Set up a separate room for your new cat. This gives the newcomer a safe place to become accustomed to her new surroundings and also enables you to control when and how the two cats meet. Make sure the room has a litter box, … [Read more...] about Introducing Two Cats
Traveling by car with a cat
Traveling by car with your cat CAN be a fun and enjoyable experience. Here are some ideas on how you can minimize the stress if you have a kitty you are worried will not do well traveling a long distance in a car. Pre-travel Try to get your cats acclimated to the cat carrier. Leave it open with bedding in it, in the room they are most … [Read more...] about Traveling by car with a cat
Cats and seniors
This article is from the American Humane Association. Cats make great companions for people of all ages and walks of life. Whether you are a busy single professional living alone in a small apartment in the city, a family with children living in a house in the suburbs or a senior citizen living in a retirement home, a cat can be your ideal … [Read more...] about Cats and seniors