Should I Feed My Cat Dry Cat Food?

Dry cat food (or kibble) is one of the most common type of food given to cats. Given its low price and ease of storage, many cat owners and breeders like the convenience of feeding dry cat food along with canned foods. Dry cat food does not go off and smell like meat does, therefore [...]

Should You Feed Your Cat Vegetarian Cat Food?

There are many people who choose to live a vegetarian lifestyle. A vegetarian diet is a very healthy one for humans- however a lot of people try to take this one stage further by encouraging their pets to become vegetarian too. However, vegetarian cat food is not an ideal diet for your cat. Although humans [...]

Feline Vomiting- Some Common Causes

Most cats, even healthy ones, vomit from time to time. This is perfectly natural and doesn’t necessarily mean that there is anything seriously wrong with your cat. There are several non serious factors which may cause your cat to throw up. You may notice your cat bringing back a meal shortly after eating it; in [...]

Cat Hairballs- Causes & Prevention

Cat hairballs are well known to all cat owners, and are an inevitable part of owning a cat. As cats groom themselves they ingest hair, which form balls in the digestive system. As hair cannot be digested, the hairballs, or trichobezoars as they are also called, either pass through the digestive system or are eliminated [...]

Declawing- Cat Torture; Why You Should NEVER Consider This!

If you are considering having your cat declawed, I have only one word to say- DON’T! Many people are under the impression that the process of declawing involves only the removal of the cat’s claw, and is little more serious than having their claws trimmed. Some vets can actually give people this impression. In truth, [...]

Cat Food For Cats- What Should I Feed My Cat?

Considering what to feed your cat is very important. Cats can gain weight quickly and can easily become overweight or even obese which can lead to health problems such as diabetes. The amount of food your cat needs each day will depend on her age, breed, level of activity and whether your cat has been [...]

Treatments For Cat Arthritis

It can be distressing to see our pets in pain, but there are treatments available to reduce your cat’s symptoms and improve her quality of life. Your vet may prescribe treatment such as Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs, or anti inflammatory drugs such as Corticosteroids, however they should only be used in certain situations as they can [...]

Does Your Pet Have Cat Arthritis?

Just like us, our cats can also develop arthritis as the result of cartilage and joint wear and tear. As in human arthritis, this causes the bones to rub together and causes joint pain and inflammation.

How To Make Your Cat Adore You- Review

I must admit, I was intrigued when I read the title of this e-book- How To Make Your Cat Adore You. It seemed a most unlikely title, and I just had to read it!

The Secrets Of Bonding With Your Cat

There is no doubt that owning a cat can be a very rewarding and pleasurable experience. This article contains tips and hints to help you to get the best out of your relationship with your pet cat. First of all, remember that staring directly into a cat’s eyes can signal aggression to them. The first [...]

Taking Care Of A New Kitten

Choosing a new kitten to bring home is always exciting, and you can look forward to years of pleasure from your new pet. But it is also a considerable responsibility, as she could live well into her teens and even beyond. First of all, you will need to ensure that you have the time and [...]

Bringing Home Your New Kitten

Before bringing home your new kitten, there are various things to take into account. First, make sure you have all the essential equipment she will need. Having these in place will help her to settle in and feel that your home is hers. Food; your kitten’s breeder should be able to tell you which food [...]

Moving Cats- Make Her Happy In Her New Home

Any disruption to your cat’s routine is likely to cause her considerable distress as they are very much creatures of habit. Moving house can be particularly stressful for her as you are taking her away from everything she is familiar with. However, there are ways you can plan your move carefully to make this less [...]

Cat Diseases- How Do I Keep My Cat Safe?

One of the most important things any cat owner needs to consider is that there are various diseases that once contracted by your cat will prove fatal. These diseases include FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus), Feline Distemper, rabies and Feline Leukemia. In addition there are other diseases such as urinary tract and respiratory infections that can [...]

Training Cats- How To Train Your Cat

Another misconception people hold about cats is that they are untrainable; they say that you can train a dog, but not a cat! Whilst a cat is a much more independent creature than a dog, and tends to be able to manipulate humans to her will, cats can be trained, and it can be pretty [...]

Cat Outside- Keep Your Cat Safe When She Goes Out

Once you become a cat owner, you will have to make a decision on whether you will allow your cat access to the outside, or whether she will remain a house cat. There are pros and cons for both; a cat who roams outside will be exposed to risks such as traffic, other cats, dogs, [...]

Cat Health- Keep Your Cat Happy & Healthy

Keeping your cat healthy can seem quite daunting for the new cat owner, so here are some general tips; Get to know your cat and her usual behaviors. If these change suddenly for no apparent reason, this could be an indication of illness or disease. Take her to the vet to get this checked out. [...]