Your cat is a companion, a playmate, and a special member of the family. One look in her eyes and you know that there is more to her than fur and claws. Cats are smart (some smarter than others) active (some lazier than others) and affectionate (some more cuddly than others) and they have needs that vary from breed to breed. Read More
The Abyssinian cat is one of the most popular breeds, yet doesn’t get nearly the attention that it deserves. They are a classic breed who looks like they stepped out of an Egyptian mural. Abyssinians are also known as Abys, so if you’ve ever heard someone talk about how smart their Aby is, this is what they are talking about. Read More
Once upon a time, back in 1931, a breeding program in Virginia wanted to “create” a Persian cat that had the color points of the Siamese. So they bred the two together and Voila; the Himalayan was born. You may notice that the Himalayan (or “Himmy” as they are known by cat fanciers) looks like a Siamese, with its point pattern and beautiful blue eyes, but also has small ears, large round eyes, and a snub nose, similar to a Persian. Himalayan cats have the best of both worlds and if you decide to take one into your home, you’ll have the best of everything. Read More
You and your cat have been through a lot together. Maybe even half of a lifetime. Your cat may have met your spouse when they were just your first-date, lived in your old apartment before moving into your house, and known you when you were young and wild; before you were a parent. Read More
Sources say that 36.5% of households in the U.S. own a dog, while 30.4% own a cat. But can cats and dogs live together in the same home? Read More
If scratching were an Olympic event, a cat would win the gold, silver, and bronze each year. Scratching is a normal cat behavior. They don’t do it to irritate their owners and they certainly don’t understand that you paid over 2k for that couch that they just tore into. They usually scratch to stretch their muscles, mark their territory, or to remove the dead husks from their claws. Read More
Is there anything in the world that is cuter than a kitten? Furry and fuzzy, mewling and so tiny. Kittens are so little that you can pick them up with one hand and hold them. And when their mother’s cart them around by the scruff of the neck, well, that’s just plain adorable. Read More
If you’re the proud owner of one (or more) of the 47 – 96 million cats that are owned in the US, you’re in good company. One of the biggest decision that you will make as a cat owner is whether to keep your cat indoors, or let her roam outside. Though many people think that keeping a cat inside is less-than-kind, there are many things that outdoor cats are subject to that indoor cats are not, such as: Read More
If you’ve seen a Bengal cat, you might say that they look strikingly wild, with their leopard-style spots. If you have ever known a Bengal cat, you’d say that it can act strikingly wild, with its high energy level and innate desire to hunt on both land and water. In fact, you may have even seen a Bengal cat swimming alongside its owner! Or at least playing in the sink. If you’ve ever owned a Bengal cat, you might not ever consider owning a different breed due to their unique and exciting nature. Read More
Houseplants not only bring beauty to your home, they can actually make your home healthier by cleaning the air.
But cats and plants? The struggle is real. For as many years as people have grown plants in their homes, they have taken in cats as their domestic pets. Cats are full of a curious nature and most just can’t keep themselves away from the greenery, not matter how many times they’ve been scolded. Read More
