keeping cats happy

So, you know you need to be getting your new kitten or cat some toys - but which one to choose? With such a huge selection out there, it can get confusing! We're laid out the information for you in a detailed guide, along with some concrete suggestions. How To Choose The Best Toy For Your Cat -...

Is brushing part of the daily - or at least weekly - grooming routine for you and your cat? If not, you may change your mind after reading this article. Brushing your cat should be a regular part of your routine. It's good for your cat's coat, as well as for her physical and mental well-being...

Most cats love playtime! On their own, with other cats or with owners, younger cats in particular seem to be thoroughly entertained, as they relentlessly chase, bat and pounce at their toys. If you're wondering why cats play and what's the meaning behind their "games" read on to discover the...

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...

How to keep cats cool?Any cat fancier will tell you that their cat is cool. But when the temperature starts to rise, how do you keep your cat cool? How do you prevent heat stroke from occurring, and if it does occur, what do you do about it? Unlike dogs, cats do not sweat by panting. They...

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...

You can buy the most luxurious cat bed for your cat, but will she actually choose to sleep in it? The only thing we can predict with any amount of certainty is that a cat will spend many hours of the night and day sleeping - usually about 16 hours a day. As for predicting where... well, that's a...

It's something cat owners do many times a day, everyday, usually without even thinking about it - pet their cat. It is probably the most personal, and intimate way we regularly interact with our kitty. Why do we do it? Why do we both enjoy it? How does it benefit ourselves and our cats? What is...

Even though they are carnivores, cats seem to like a bit of greenery in their diets. Most cat owners are aware of their pets' propensity for eating grass or houseplants. Cats in the wild usually eat their herbivorous prey's intestines first and seem to get their "green fix" from this. Why do...

Bored Cat? What Indoor Cat Owners Need To KnowAre you afraid that your cat may be bored witless? Many owners of indoor cats are worried about the exact same thing. And it's a legitimate worry, in this case. In this article, we're going to discuss why cats get bored and talk about the telltale...

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...

Indoor cats need furniture to climb on, claw and just play around with. Designated cat furniture becomes the obvious solution when you need protect your couch and shelves, or just to add more playing areas for your cat. There are some great designs out there too, with cat furniture that can be...