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Cat Sprayed By Skunk? Here's What You Need To KnowIf you live in an area that has skunks, you probably know to watch out for one. Does your cat know that too? Cats that are let outside could find skunk babies quite tempting, at least to inspect if not to hunt. Which often means meeting the skunk...

Why You Should Never Let Your Cat HuntOur cats are amazing hunters, yet hunting and consuming live prey can be dangerous for them as well as harmful to the environment. Here's why you should prevent your cat from killing and consuming prey and how to do so without compromising Kitty's quality of...

When is it safe to let kitty go outside? Basically, never. As cities spread, wildlife loses its own habitat and adapts to ours. Coyotes, raccoons, possum, hawks, and owls can all present a danger to pets left unsupervised outdoors. If your cat is adamant about getting some fresh air and seeing...

What is RabiesRabies has a diabolical reputation, evoking age-old images of infected animals, usually dogs, foaming at the mouth and viciously attacking humans. Probably for good reason, as this is truly a horrific disease. Rabies is one of few diseases in modern times that are almost 100%...

Does Kitty Get His Own Key?Cat doors can be used two ways - indoor or outdoor. While outdoor gives your cat some freedom and fresh air, the downside is it's just plain dangerous for all concerned. A cat in the yard is seen as prey by an owl, hawk, or coyote. Depending on the part of the country...

The Indoors/Outdoors DilemmaThe question of whether a house cat should be allowed outside bothers many cat owners. Many dangers lurk outside. Cars, dogs, hostile people and even other cats can pose a real threat for your cat. In some areas, other critters and even large predators are also a...

Fleas - if your cat ever goes outdoors or comes in contact with animals that do, you are probably familiar with these pests. Given the right conditions, these tiny brownish insects can quickly multiply and turn into a horrible infestation. Many cats are allergic to fleas. For them, even a...

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...

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...