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With the outbreak of Covid-19, many of us are spending more time at home. Fortunately, you don’t have to quarantine alone. You can choose to bring a homeless cat or dog into your home and shower her or him with attention, care, and love either for a limited period or for the long haul. What … Read more
Now that the blazing heat of summer has parted ways with 2019, we are left in the wake of Fall. Nothing beats the sound of dead leaves skidding across the street accompanied by a cool, gentle breeze and the sweet smell of pumpkin spice. Time to put away the pool toys and find your favorite … Read more
Many cat owners have had negative experiences when taking their cats to the vets. It’s no secret that cats hate being put in unfamiliar situations so it is no surprise that visiting the vet, even for a routine check-up, can be problematic. Fortunately, with some simple preparation and reassurance you will be able to take … Read more
When it comes to home pets, the most typical animals we see are cats and dogs. Between the two, a great portion of animal lovers prefer dogs over cats. However, times have a changed as the latter has become as popular as the man’s best friend, don’t you think? No arguments intended here; everyone is … Read more
Trap-neuter-return, or TNR consist of the capture, sterilization, and release of feral cats in order to control the population of feral cat colonies. Either local animal control or a caregiver who has been feeding the cat will use a live cat trap with food inside to procure the animal. Then, the cat is transported to … Read more
Catnip is the abbreviated name for Nepeta cataria, a perennial herb of the mint family originally from Europe and Asia. Interestingly enough, the Latin-derived word, cataria, is translated as “of a cat.” However, it wasn’t always a feline treat — its leaves were once used to brew tea for treating an upset stomach. It is … Read more
One of the great conveniences of owning a cat is the fact that they’re litter box trained. No getting up in the middle of the night to take the pet out to relieve itself. No unpleasant surprises left to be found in hidden corners. But sometimes a cat that uses a litter box without issue … Read more
If you own a cat, then you probably experienced an incident that showed you the light about how sharp their claws are. You may be considering the declawing option because someone told you that you could do that and prevent yourself from ever having to be cut by your cat again. There’s a little more … Read more