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Cat Breeds: The Birman
Sweet-tempered and fluffy, the Birman cat is a wonderful choice for a family pet. Not to be confused with Himalayan or Persian cats, they are actually a low-maintenance pet. Even fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld has a pampered Birman named Choupette. Read on to learn more about Birman cats.HistoryAlso known as the Sacred Cat of Burma, it is [...]
5 New Year's Resolutions for Your Furbaby
It's that time of year again...when many of us are making resolutions to eat smarter, exercise more, and spend more time with the people we love. Don't let kitty miss out on the fun! Here are 5 New Year's resolutions for your cat.1. "I won’t scratch the leather furniture."No matter how tempting those luxurious leathers may [...]
How to Keep Your Kitty Safe This Christmas
With Christmas only a week away, many of us are busy with wrapping gifts, cooking food, and cleaning the house for expected (or unexpected!) company. In all the bustle of the season, sometimes we forget to keep an eye on our furbabies. If we're not careful, we may soon hear a thud! as the Christmas [...]
How Cold Is Too Cold for Cats
As we bundle up in warm coats and turn up our thermostats, we also need to think about the outdoor cats of our community. While we can look forward to a warm bed at night, many of them are not as fortunate. Winter brings many risks for the outdoor cats of your community. First, how cold [...]
4 Tips for Helping Feral Cats This Winter
As temperatures drop and birds fly south for the winter, cat volunteers everywhere are gearing up for another busy winter. Often, people ask, "What is the best way to help feral cats when it gets cold? Should I invite them inside my house? Will their food and water freeze?"Read on for our top 4 tips [...]
5 Best Books for Cat Lovers
Are you looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a cat lover? Or are you looking for a new title for your bookshelf? We've got you covered! Here are our top 5 best books for cat lovers.Total Cat MojoJackson GalaxyIf you want to understand your cat better, this book is a fantastic choice! Written by cat [...]
How to Identify Your Cat's Personality Type
After an August 2017 survey of 2,800 cats and their owners, researchers in Australia and New Zealand say they've discovered 5 personality types of cats. This confirms what cat lovers have known all along...that our cats have unique and unmistakable personalities. Read on to learn how to identify your cat's personality type.The Neurotic CatFirst, know that behaviour [...]
5 Fun Facts About American Shorthair Cats
One of the most common cat breeds in North America, American shorthair cats are a popular family pet. They're friendly, gentle, low-maintenance, and long-lived. Read on to learn 5 fun facts about American shorthair cats.1) They came over on the Mayflower.Did you know that the ancestors of the American shorthair breed crossed the ocean with European pioneers [...]
How to Bathe Your Cat
Although cats in general do not like baths, you may find it necessary to give your kitty a bath once in a while. Cats are adept at cleaning themselves, but sometimes they need a little extra help. If your fur baby accidentally rubs up against a toxic substance or gets something sticky caught in her [...]
True or False? We Examine 5 Popular Myths About Cat Food
Looking for the best cat food for your fur babies? Often, news sources, cat websites, and even vets disagree about what your cat should be eating. It can be tough to separate fact from fiction.But, after some research, we discovered 5 popular myths about cat food that we think you should know about.1. True or False: The higher the [...]