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5 Reasons Why Cats LOVE Our Outdoor Cat Houses
With the wide variety of cat house options available today, it can be tough to find the perfect one. Should you make a DIY cat house? What about just buying a small dog house? Navigating through all your options can be frustrating and time-consuming. We think that buying a pre-made feral cat house could be your best [...]
Eight Reasons Why Cats Meow
Wondering what your cat really means when she meows? Is she hungry, stressed, or just asking for cuddles? According to the ASPCA, “The cat’s meow is her way of communicating with people.” The Humane Society of the US explains how to understand your cat's meowing, “Your cat’s vocabulary may seem limited, but you can learn to associate the [...]
Does Your Cat Have OCD?
Just like people, cats can get stressed out by things beyond their control. We call them “life stressors.” They may include divorce, longer work hours, someone moving away to college, and more. Research done at Ohio State Vet College indicates, “…that some cats are unusually sensitive to their surroundings. These cats may respond to life stressors [...]
How to Introduce A New Cat to a Multi-Cat Household
When you adopt a new cat, one of the first questions you’ll probably have is, “How will she get along with my other cats?” Depending on your cats, the transition process may be simple, or it may take a little more time and TLC. Here are our top 5 tips to help you introduce a new [...]
5 Common Misconceptions About Feral Cats
When the conversation turns to feral cats, many people have strong opinions. “Feral cats are a nuisance. They are always begging for food. I’m scared they’ll bite my own cats,” people may say. Unfortunately, there are several common misconceptions about feral cats.Here are 5 common misconceptions about feral cats.1) Feral cats will attack humans and/or [...]
Our EXCLUSIVE Interview with the Owner of Cat Café on Whyte
Starting in Taiwan, cat cafés have been catching on around the globe. We interviewed Fei Xie, the co-owner of Alberta’s first cat café, to discover how the café got started, how it partners with a local cat rescue, and his favourite treat on the menu.How did Cat Café on Whyte get started? Who were its [...]
How to Cope with Losing A Cat
One of the most difficult parts of owning a cat is the day you have to say goodbye. Whether your cat was a kitten you adopted or a feral cat you helped for a few years, it can be tough to deal with your grief. Here are five suggestions to help you cope with losing [...]
How to Train Your Outdoor Cat to Use the Litter Box
If you want your outdoor cat to use a litter box, you will need to help her form new habits. With a little patience, time, and TLC, you can make the transition easy and comfortable. How can you train your outdoor cat to use the litter box?Here are 3 easy steps for a smooth transition.Prepare the [...]
4 Reasons to Play with Your Cat
When you have kittens, playtime with them is a no-brainer. But, as they grow older, you may get out of the habit of playing with your cats. Playtime is not just for kittens. Playtime is beneficial for all cats, whether inside cats or outside cats in cat houses. Here are 4 reasons why you should play with your [...]
How to Set Up a Feral Cat Feeding Station
Are you feeding the feral cats in your community? Whether you are new to helping feral cats or a seasoned expert, here are 5 simple tips to help you set up a first-class feeding station.1) Get the right feeding station.To help your cats’ food stay clean and dry, you will need to get a pet food station. The ideal station [...]