Adult cats make great companions for senior citizens
Pets are great companions for people at any age but an adult cat may be the perfect match for a senior citizen. If a senior is unable to walk a dog or doesn’t feel safe going outdoors in certain...
View ArticleDo Cats Grieve?
Many people don’t realize that animals grieve the loss of companions and family members. There are also many pet parents who recognize that their cats are grieving but then make the mistake of rushing...
View ArticlePrepare Your Cat For the Arrival of Your New Baby
Cats are not big fans of change. So imagine how confusing it must be when there is suddenly a new family member brought home. From the cat’s point of view this whole event takes place without any...
View ArticleWhat to do When the Cat Hates Your New Spouse
Whether it’s a new boyfriend, girlfriend or a new spouse, life in that rose-covered cottage can quickly turn into Nightmare on Elm Street if the cat appears to hate the love of your life. Beginning a...
View ArticleInteractive Play Therapy
Interactive play is a very powerful tool that you can use to help your cat in a variety of situations. It’s great for trust-building, helping two cats become friends, exercise, stress relief, and the...
View ArticleAt What Age Should Your Child Have a Pet?
I am frequently asked about the right age for children when it comes to adding a companion animal to the family. In general, I often say that a child should be about six years old but the more accurate...
View ArticleHelp Children Cope With the Loss of a Pet
Dealing with the death of a cherished family pet is often traumatic for children. If you’re going through this in your family, keep in mind that just as with adults, children may show their grief in...
View ArticleChoosing a Cat: Making a Good Match
To some people, cats may all appear to be the same compared to the vast differences in dogs when it comes to size, shape and looks. The truth is though that cats, although they all tend to fall within...
View ArticleCat Myth: Cats Steal the Breath From Babies
No, cats are not baby killers. They don’t steal anyone’s breath and they are not plotting to injure your sleeping infant. This ridiculous myth probably started because some cats enjoyed curling up next...
View ArticleCats Need the Option of Saying “No”
I’m obviously not referring to how a human being would say no, but rather, how your cat says it through her body language. It’s important for your cat to be able to have the choice to say no in many...
View ArticleBlack Cat Appreciation Day
August 17th is Black Cat Appreciation Day After 30 years in the field of cat behavior, I’m still amazed at the wrong information that people believe about cats. There are a number of people who hate,...
View ArticleSad Statistics About Pet Overpopulation
With all the information available out there on pet overpopulation and the need for people to spay and neuter their pets, it’s very sad that the message isn’t getting through to enough pet parents....
View ArticleGiving Pets as Gifts…Here’s Why It’s a Bad Idea
With Christmas approaching and everyone getting all of their shopping done, there’s one thing that should never be on the gift-giving list: surprising someone with a pet as a present. While it may...
View ArticleHow Cats Show Affection
Listen to the audio version of this article If you talk to people who don’t like cats or who aren’t familiar with them, they’ll probably be quick to tell you that cats don’t show affection. They may...
View ArticleCats and Children: 10 Things Every Parent Should Know
For many parents, the idea of kids and cats together is an absolute natural. For other parents though, it’s a scary thought that may get the family cat a one-way ticket to the local shelter. Children...
View ArticleSeven Things That Make Sense to Your Cat… But Not to You
You love your cat very much but there are probably a few behaviors that leave you scratching your head. These are the behaviors that don’t seem to make any sense. Even though you may not be able to...
View ArticleSeven Tips for Turning Your Cat into a Lap Cat
One question I’m commonly asked about is whether it’s possible to turn a reluctant cat into a lap cat. Many people have visions of sitting in a comfy chair by the fire with a sleeping kitty curled up...
View Article9 Things You Can Do to Help Your Cat Love You More
When you bring your new cat home I’m sure you have a picture of what life will be like with that furry family member. For most people that dream includes companionship, affection, playtime and fun....
View ArticleHow to Pet a Cat
I know this may seem very obvious and something you certainly wouldn’t need instructions for, but surprisingly, there are people who do it wrong. When it’s done incorrectly, kitty isn’t happy and...
View Article8 Similarities We Share With Cats
For most of us, cats are beloved members of our family and cherished companions. We appreciate the beauty, joy, love and fun that cats share with us. For some people though, cats are viewed as...
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