If you already have one cat and love having them around, you might consider adding a second cat to your home, but this may not be the best idea in some cases. For example, mature cats that have spent their lives as the only cat in a house won’t always respond well to new cats… Read more »
Category: Cat Care
What to Do If You Find a Stray Cat
Seeing a cat roaming the streets alone will send any animal lover into a panicked frenzy. It can be difficult to determine the right way to approach the situation and how to best get the animal out of harm’s way. Here are a few tips to keep in mind if you come across a stray… Read more »
How to Prepare Your Home for a New Cat
If you think moving is stressful, just think of how your cat feels! Cats can become very attached to familiar surroundings and prefer not to alter their routines. A change of environment may be difficult for your furry friend, but there are things you can do to help your cat settle into a new space…. Read more »
How to Name Your Cat
When choosing the perfect name for your furry friend, the options can feel overwhelming and endless. It’s important to narrow down your choices by considering the many factors that go into naming a pet. You want to pick something that all family members agree on and won’t require extensive explanations when you refer to your… Read more »
How to Create a Happy Environment for Your Cat
Cats are very particular creatures. They can be rather fussy regarding their living conditions and are highly sensitive to change or lack of environmental enrichment. Failing to fulfill their instinctual needs can result in a stressed and anxious cat, which manifests in over-grooming, inappropriate elimination, aggression, isolation, and changes in eating habits. Here are a… Read more »
How to Help New Cats Adjust to Your Home
Welcoming a new cat into your family is exciting, but it can be a big adjustment for your furry friend. Some cats may be anxious or nervous being in a new environment, so it’s important to make an effort to help them adjust to their new home. Make the transition easier for your cat and… Read more »
Tips for Grooming Your Cat
It’s a well-known fact that cats are independent by nature. Therefore, it probably comes as no surprise that they tend to take care of most of their grooming needs on their own. But as a cat parent, there are still a few things you can (and should) do to help keep your cat looking and… Read more »
Cat-Proofing Your Home Before Your New Kitty Arrives
Bringing home a new cat or kitten is an exciting time. You’re in store for a lot of love, joy, laughter, and cuddling (and probably a little bit of yelling) as you and your new friend get to know each other and bond. But you’re also about to take on some new responsibility, since you’ll… Read more »
4 Steps for Introducing a Second Cat to Your Resident Kitty
If there’s one thing most cat lovers can agree on, it’s that it’s hard to stop at just one. Getting your first cat used to a new one can be tricky though. So, in order to ensure your new cat and your resident cat develop a positive relationship, you’ll need to start them off on… Read more »
Tips for Getting Your Cat to Sleep in Their Bed
If there’s one thing cats know how to do, it’s sleep. On average, a cat will snooze somewhere between 12-16 hours a day. Sounds like the life, doesn’t it? Cat owners know that a sleepy feline will conk out anywhere they please. But some people prefer that their cat sleeps in their own space, whether… Read more »