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 [...]

Is Your Cat Sneezing Blood?

If you suddenly notice your cat is sneezing blood, your first reaction may be to panic- it can be quite distressing and frightening. However, it is likely that the cause is something quite simple. My sister’s cat started to sneeze blood one day and it was discovered that her cat had a long blade of [...]

Should You Use A Cat Fence?

One of the main problems you may face when choosing a cat as a pet is the wish to keep her safe from harm, yet still allow her the freedom of the outdoors. Although cats love to be outside, this places her at risk from predators, cars, and even individuals who don’t have the same [...]

Litter Training Cats; Are You Making These Mistakes?

Are you having problems with your cat going to the toilet where she shouldn’t, even though you have provided her with a perfectly good litter box? Fed up with the resulting mess and smell? I was at a total loss when my cat suddenly stopped using her box and started to use my bathroom carpet [...]

Cat Behavior- When It Becomes a Problem…

Cat behavior is a very fascinating subject, but unfortunately many people only show an interest in it when they are experiencing problem behavior from their cat. This is a shame, as they are amazing little animals, and a constant source of joy. Who can stay downhearted for long at the sight of kittens playing, or [...]

Training A Cat- The One Thing You Must Never Do

Training a cat can be very frustrating at times, and your patience can be sorely tried. Sometimes it may feel as though she is deliberately acting to annoy you, and you may feel tempted to smack her. However, one thing you must never do when training cats is to use any form of physical punishment. [...]

Cat Problem- Naughtiness or Illness?

If you are experiencing problems with your cat, or her behavior, then it could be a case of simple misunderstanding between you both. If your cat is behaving badly, she could be trying to tell you something rather than just being naughty. You may see scratching furniture or walls etc as a behavior problem, but [...]

Cat Scratching- Save Your Furniture!

Are you getting fed up of your cat constantly shredding your furniture? Does your settee look like something out of a reject store? (Mine certainly did!) Cat scratching must be one of the most annoying behavior traits of all. So- why do cats scratch? Unfortunately scratching is a perfectly normal behavior, and something which all [...]

Cat Spraying- How Do I Stop It?

If you have a problem with your cat spraying, there are several solutions you could try. For tom cats especially, the best way to stop them from spraying is to neuter them. Entire toms are far more likely to spray than castrated toms. If you would really prefer not to do this, then you must [...]

Cat Spraying- Why Do They Spray?

One of the most frustrating problems for any cat owner is the problem of their cat spraying or marking. There is nothing worse than coming home and realizing that your cat has sprayed in the house yet again- the smell is very difficult to get rid of, and not to mention the damage done to [...]

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 Biting- Why They Bite and How to Stop It

Why is it that your cat suddenly bites you for seemingly no reason? Or is quite happy being petted and then suddenly sinks her teeth into your hand? Those teeth can be needle sharp! So- why does she bite you, and what can you do about it? Cats often bite as a form of play. [...]

Cat Allergies- How To Live With Your Cat

Do you have a much loved pet cat, and have discovered that either you or a family member has cat allergies? Do you dread the very idea of giving away your beloved cat, even though you find yourself coughing and sneezing every time she comes near you? Well, you may not need to. Here are [...]