Amazingly cats can hear the tiniest sound and gauge direction and distance from the sound. A cat’s hearing is about 5 times greater than a human’s, particularly with high-pitched sounds. Dogs have more pitch range, but otherwise their hearing abilities only about one-third that of cats. According to scientists, cats can actually sense earthquakes even […]
Cat Behavior
Have you ever wondered why your cat behaves a certain way? In recent decades, scientific research has shed light on many aspects of cat behavior. This information can be used to improve our relationships with our cats as well as to improve their quality of life. Although some behaviors are common to all cats, each cat has an individual personality which influences his behavior. Cat behavior includes body language, sounds, eating patterns and social behavior.
General Cat Care
What are the best conditions to bring up a cat? Cat’s thrive in good climates. The temperature and the humidity should be fair, as cats are sensitive to heat. Cats have sweat glands on their feet, and lick their feet and chest in order to cool down. Longhair cats are more sensitive to the heat. […]
Does Your Cat Like to Hide?
Most cats like to hide at times, and usually in some unlikely places – the clothes dryer, your mattress, under the covers, your closet, hampers, behind or under appliances (sometimes inside), boxes, paper bags and the bookcase to name a few. Cats have very flexible bodies and are able to fit in many tight places. […]
Can Cats and Birds Live Together?
In some instances, cats and birds can live together. Much depends on the cat’s personality and how high the prey drive is. Cats are predators, birds are prey. If you take the time and have patience, you might be able to teach them to tolerate each other. It’s advisable though to take precautions. Try putting […]
Can Cats Be Clicker Trained?
In a word, YES! Your cat probably responds to your signals now. Hearing the sound made when you pour kibble into the food bowl or the opening of a can usually makes kitty come running. Clicker training can work to help cats to respond to many commands. Begin by withholding treats. Then offer one treat […]
Book Review: Do Cats Always Land on Their Feet?
Do Cats Always Land on Their Feet? by Marty Becker, DVM and Gina Spadafori This is a quick read that responds to your curiosity about your cat’s sometimes odd behavior. It’s filled with humor and practical knowledge. If you want to better understand your cat’s ways, this book explains it all. Dr. Marty Becker is […]
Cats and Toilet Paper
We love our cats — they’re great company and can be great playmates. They are curious creatures and sometimes find the oddest things to play with – like the toilet paper roll. Have you ever walked into the bathroom only to find the toilet paper in a mess on the floor? This may not be […]
Socializing Your Kitten
Socializing your kitten needs to take place early in his/her life, during the first 2-7 weeks. As the ASPCA tells us, a kitten should be handled by humans and learn to live in our world. A kitten needs to be comfortable with different people, sights, sounds, noise, smells, other cats, dogs and other animals. The […]
Moving Homes with Outdoor Cats
While most pets adjust fairly easily to new surroundings, cats often have difficulty coping with change. But there are things you can do to help your outdoor cat manage the move. Outdoor cats may even find moving less traumatic and filled with lots of new smells and adventures that peak their curiosity. Before moving, bring […]
Cat Heroes
Animals have proven to be some of the best medicine for people with health problems, physical and psychological handicaps. There are many stories of dog heroes, but cats have also shown to be brave and and are able to perform life-saving feats voluntarily. These stories of cat heroes were found on the Purina pet food […]