One of the joys of having a cat companion in our lives is experiencing the richness of their personality. From those first few rambunctious months as a kitten to the calm but no less curious years as an adult, having… Read More
Archive for the ‘Common health conditions’ Category
Cat Skin Conditions: What to Know
Is your cat having skin condition issues? We all know cats are fastidious groomers, frequently giving themselves baths and making sure they’re clear. Did you know, though, that excessive grooming can actually be a sign of cat skin problems? Along… Read More
Why Do Cats Hiccup?
Ever wonder, “Why do cats hiccup? Wondering if that sound your cat just made was a hiccup? Or wondering if cats can even get hiccups? While we humans do have a way of personifying our pets (was Grumpy Cat really… Read More
Common Cat Health Issues
Allergies, UTIs, dental issues… these are some of the most common health problems people experience. But did you know that cats experience some of the same problems we do? It’s true! You don’t have to worry about human-to-cat transmission, and… Read More
When Your Cat Is Not Acting Normal
Cats can be very secretive, making it very difficult for cat owners to know when something isn’t right. So what does is mean if your cat is not acting “normal”. As a result, all cat owners need to monitor their… Read More
Why To Clean Your Cat’s Teeth
You might no think cleaning your cat’s teeth is important. But, knowing why to clean your cat’s teeth might change your mind on that. It is easy to forget about your pet’s dental hygiene when their teeth don’t have to be… Read More
Is My Cat Hiccuping?
Have you ever heard your cat make some usual noises and think, “Is my cat hiccuping?” In humans and in cats, hiccups are caused by contractions of the diaphragm. While we humans can experience hiccups frequently, is it the same… Read More
What Causes Head Pressing in Cats?
You may have seen images circulating around the internet of cats with their heads pressed against a wall or against the floor with funny text that says something like “I can’t do Mondays”. While these pictures may seem funny at… Read More
Myths to Know if Your Cat has Fleas
Fleas. We’ve all been there. And so have our cats. These parasites are invasive, pervasive, and downright unwelcome. If your cat has fleas, beneath its fur they are busy biting and sucking. This causes severe irritation, itchiness, sores, and transmit… Read More
Caring for a Sick Cat
Being sick is just a bummer for us humans. Cats feel it as well. We know how to care for ourselves when we’re feeling worse for wear, but what about our cats? Caring for a sick cat take time and… Read More