cat safety

It's almost time for Halloween; do you know where your cat is? Mischief is afoot on All Hallows Eve, and sometimes, innocently caught up in this mischief are cats, especially black cats. Black cats are looked on by some people as a witches “familiar” It was believed long-ago that the black cat...

Although some cats may remain calm throughout Christmas, for the most part kittens and young cats, react because this is an exciting time. Their natural urge to explore is in high gear and the unusual activity of the house can also affect them. The decorated tree you worked so hard to achieve...

Bringing Home A New Cat: The PreparationsCats are territorial animals. They mark their territory, perform daily patrols and know every nook and cranny in and about their home. Cats are also creatures of habit and do not take very well to sudden change. They find being moved from one house and...

Most cats are inside only cats, and although statistics show that inside-only cats are safer and healthier than outside-only cats, there are still hidden dangers in the home. Unfortunately, cats have bad habits of swallowing things that weren't intended to be swallowed. Dr. Patricia Hague...

Living with feral cats is rewarding, challenging and at times difficult. Since most of the ferals and strays here at the house were brought here when they were older, they still possess a bit of the wandering bug. Keeping them as inside/outside cats worked for a few years (before progress caught...

Although cats are quite intelligent, people often give them more credit than they are due when it comes to dangers lurking around the home. Too many times veterinarians hear distraught cat owners lament, "I thought she knew by the smell that it was dangerous." Cleaning products that seems to...

If there could be one thing you could do to save your cat's life in an emergency, would you? 53% of cat people say they would be willing to give their cat CPR but how do you do it? There are classes to teach you basic first aid for both cats and dogs. Finding a class is not as hard as you might...

If the thought of your beloved feline wandering the streets, cold, hungry and scared is too much to bear, keep on reading. Even with the best of intentions, cats can and do get lost, and it is up to the responsible cat owner to provide kitty with the best chance of being returned home. It may...

I recall the first time I noticed a cat being walked on a leash outdoors. Smiles all around, at seeing our neighbor with a leash at hand, and where you might expect a large fearsome canine: a busy little cat. The leash is where the resemblance to walking a dog ended. Actually, you can never...

As responsible and conscientious pet owners, we all try to do whatever we can in order to keep our companions safe and free from harm. We see the debate of whether a cat should be kept strictly indoors at all times versus letting a cat roam the garden or yard area outside occurring frequently in...

Curiosity killed the cat. Unfortunately the famous saying has a leg to stand on in reality. Cats are indeed curious and their curiosity can get them into trouble. This is especially true of kittens, although some cats remain extremely curious throughout their life. It is up to you, the...

Cat collars are more than just ornamental. With the right ID tag, or even with your phone number embroidered into the collar, they can be a real life saver should your cat ever get lost. They also make it easier for people to identify your cat as a lost cat, rather than a feral. It could mean...