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How to Deal With Your Cat's Insomnia
Q: Help! My cat won’t let me sleep in peace. She wakes me up every night with her yowling. I’ve tried yelling at her and spritzing cold water on her, but nothing works! What can I do?A: First, recognize that many cats struggle with insomnia. Since both feral and indoor cats are nocturnal animals, it makes sense that [...]
Feral Cat Success Stories: Good Mews
Established in 1988, Good Mews is Georgia’s oldest cage-free, no-kill cat shelter. We asked Nancy Riley, who serves on the board of directors, to give our readers the inside story on its success.1) Tell us more about how Good Mews started. Who were its founders, and what sparked its beginning?Our founder, Gloria Skeen, was a flight attendant who recognized a stray [...]
How to Keep Your Cat Hydrated
Last week, we talked about dehydration in cats. If your cat is dehydrated, it will display symptoms such as lethargy, constipation, dry mouth, sunken eyes, increased heart rate, poor skin elasticity, and poor capillary refill time. Check out our previous post for 2 easy at-home tests for dehydration. Today, we’ll talk about 4 simple steps to keep your cat hydrated [...]
Is Your Cat Dehydrated?
Dehydration can pose a serious health risk for cats. It is essential that both your indoor and outdoor cats consume enough water. Water consumption is closely linked to diet. Before they were domesticated, cats ate prey that contained 70-80% water. They received most of their water through their food, instead of drinking it. Today, domesticated cats eat either wet food, [...]
How to Socialize a Shy Cat
I just brought home an adorable feral kitten a week ago. But when I opened her carrier, she fled under the couch. Since then, I’ve seen no signs of her, except some food missing from her dish. I want to give her a loving home, but she is too scared to come out of her [...]
When a Stray Steals Your Heart: Tips for Your Next Step
Sometimes, a stray kitty shows up on your doorstep. She has no collar, no color-coordinated Ralph Lauren luggage, and no references to speak of. Yet, oddly enough, you find your heart start to melt. She has soft, pleading eyes and rubs against your hand, purring warmly. What should you do?1) Build the relationship slowly.Start providing [...]
Cold Weather Tips for Feral Cats
Cold Weather Tips for Feral CatsAre you concerned about helping your feral cats thrive during the colder months? Winter can be a difficult time for cats because of its colder temperatures and limited food sources. With a little extra TLC, you can help your cats stay warm and dry. Here are 8 quick tips to [...]