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Toys Cats Will Really Play With
Tired of spending money on toys that cats just ignore? Here are some suggestions for toys and accessories that will make cats sit up and take notice.
Best Christmas Gifts for Cats
There are a number of fun and festive options available to cat owners desiring the perfect Christmas gift for their favorite feline friend.
Cat Facts – Feline Reproduction
At what age can cats start having kittens? Can a litter of kittens have more than one father? This article answers these questions and more?
Cat Senses - Vision, Hearing, Taste, and Smell
Why do cats' eyes glow in the dark? Can cats see colours? Are white cats with blue eyes deaf? This article answers these questions and more.
From Wildcat to House Cat
Animals such as dogs and cattle were chosen to be domesticated by man. The cat seems to have come along for the mice and the food scraps.
Cat Social Interaction Facts
The social behaviour of cats is often a mystery to people. This article explains aspects of cat culture that influence a variety of feline social behaviours.
Cat Behaviour Facts
Why do cats hiss, purr, howl, suck on wool, go on mad dashes around the house, scratch things, and eat grass? This article answers these questions and more.
Simon, the Only Cat to Win the Dickin Medal
Simon, a common black and white moggy, was a morale boost for the crew of HMS Amethyst during the time the ship was 'held' captive by the Chinese in 1949.
Keeping Cats Off the Christmas Tree
Cats can do a lot of damage to a prettily-decorated Christmas tree. Here are some tips for keeping the family cat or cats out of mischief when setting up the tree.
Why Do Cats Purr
Cat purring is one of the many reasons to love felines; their purr seems to indicate that they're content, and this feeling is passed on to its human owners.
Hypoallergenic Cats
Why do cats cause allergic reactions in some people? Are there hypoallergenic cat breeds? Does bathing a cat help? The following article answers these questions and more.
How to Make a Unique Personalized Cat Calendar
Create beautiful personalized cat calendars using favorite pictures of feline friends. Simply upload photos to a printing website, choose a design, customize and order.
Tortoiseshell and Calico Cat Facts
Is there a difference between tortoiseshell cats and calicos? Are all torties and calico cats females? The following article answers these common questions and more.
Cat Behaviors
When cats rub their heads against their owners, knead their paws, nip with their teeth, or swish their tails, they are sending specific messages to their owners.
Black Cats may Actually be Unlucky
A study in The Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science 2002 examined adoption rates over nine months in a California pound.
Traveling in the Car with Cats
For many cat owners, there are times in which they may need their cat to travel with them by car. This is successfully achieved with careful planning and patience.
What Should I Get my Cat for Christmas?
These days, pets are part of the family. Here are some gift ideas for cats, whether yours, or a kitty that's part of a family you'll be visiting during the holidays.
Solving Cat Behavior Problems
Cat aggression and other cat problems such as hissing or biting can have many causes. Treating both cause and symptom can have the best results.
The Joys of Running an Animal Rescue Group
Spouses Paul and Doreen Eiseman share a passion for more than just one another. So they volunteered for dog/cat shelters and later formed their own animal rescue group.
Black Cats and Halloween
Black cats are often the subject of abuse during the Halloween season. This stems from historical views that black cats are bad luck and associated with witches.
Howling in Cats
There are a number of reasons why some cats howl, particularly at night.
The Health Benefits of Cat Ownership
Cats are less popular than dogs as pets, but they are equally able to give one companionship at a lesser cost of time and money.
Little Known Cat Facts
Is your cat left handed? What else don't you know about your cat?
Celebrating National Feral Cat Day
Feral cats are domestic cats who have never been socialized to humans. With a little help, they can live happy and healthy lives.
Cat Coat Colour Linked to Temperament
Does coat colour affect cat temperament? A handful of studies and mounting anecdotal evidence suggest that it does.
A Domestic House Cat for the Family
Cats make great family pets. Cats are clean, well mannered and readily delight in being indoors. Choose the right cat and enjoy the benefits for many years.
How to Adopt a Cat
Adopting a cat doesn't need to be stressful. With some planning, a cat can adjust to a new environment and become part of the family very quickly.
Cat Furniture to Facilitate Cat Play
Cats have a natural tendency to want to climb, hide and investigate. Fuel these tendencies and help create happier felines by providing furniture for cats.
Declawing a Cat
In many European countries, declawing is considered inhumane and is illegal. But in North America it is often called "routine" and it's perfectly legal.
Halloween Cat Crafts and Resources
Looking for free Halloween stuff? Here is a selection of free cat-related arts and crafts resources for those who love both cats and Halloween.
Bringing Home a New Kitten or Cat
Cats can be both social and territorial animals. Adopting a new kitten or cat to be a companion for one already living at home can be both challenging and rewarding.
Cats, Witches and Superstition
Though once venerated, cats have not always been appreciated. Indeed, their history portrays one of majesty, downfall, victimization and superstition.
Christmas Presents for Cat Lovers
Cat owners would usually love to receive a Christmas gift relating to their favourite pets. Here are some suggestions of favourite gifts to give them at Christmas time.
Kitten Development – Weeks 13 and Up
"Teenaged" kittens continue to develop physically and socially, and are capable of siring litters or becoming pregnant as young as 5 months of age.
Halloween Costumes for Cats
Searching for cute, adorable Halloween costumes for cats this October? A pet can look absolutely adorable in the latest cat Halloween costume.
Cat Scratching Post - Give Kitty What She Wants
A cat scratching post is only useful if the feline uses it. Learn why Kitty prefers the furniture, and how to redirect her to a scratching post for cats instead.
Cats as a Treatment for Post Traumatic Stress
Cats have a unique opportunity to help veterans that suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Prescribing a cat as therapy may be an effective treatment for PTSD.
Cat Furniture Condo - Buying Kitty Cat Furniture
Choosing the right cat furniture condo can be a challenge. Avoid expensive mistakes when buying a kitty condo by learning what's important to both owners and cats.
Catnip Products a Big Hit Among Pet Owners
Catnip products are always popular among kitties and their owners. Catnip bubbles and catnip spray are only a few of the products available, or grow it at home instead.
Cats and Catnip - Is Kitty Hiding Her Stash?
Cats and catnip are a fun combination. Catnip effects are harmless, and fun to watch, so go ahead and let Kitty keep that stash of organic catnip and her catnip toys.
Cat Displaced by Hurricane Ike Returns Home
16-year-old Manx, Jack-Jack, had been one of many victims last September during Hurricane Ike. 12 months later, he's found his way home.
Cat Illnesses
Cats are prone to certain ailments, some of which can be prevented with proper care.
Diseases That People Can Catch from Cats
Most diseases that affect cats can't be transmitted to humans, but there are a few that people can contract from cats and other animals.
Best Family Cats
While some cats are aloof, certain breeds are quite social and do very well with families.
Prison Cats Change Inmates for the Better
Animal-assisted therapy, whether formally administered via prison programs or informally through the adoption of feral cats, can have a transformative effect on inmates.
Fleas and Humans - Do Cat Fleas Bite Humans?
Fleas and humans shouldn't be close neighbors. Feline flea control is essential to prevent flea infestation and flea bites on people, especially on children.
Animal-Assisted Therapy Providers
There are a number of innovative animal-assisted therapy programs through which volunteers, pets, and shelter animals help those in need.
Drowning Prevention Focuses on Pet Door Safety
Pet door safety is not a high priority for most parents. However, toddlers can easily crawl through cat flaps, leading to injury and death, including accidental drowning.
Careers with Cats and Dogs
For those who love cats and dogs, there are a number of paid career options and volunteer positions.
How to Clean Cat Urine
Using the right cleaning methods will get rid of cat urine stains and odours, and taking certain precautions can prevent future accidents.