Brushing a cat's teeth is not something I had ever thought about or considered until my beautiful calico cat Bela developed a tooth infection near the end of her life. She had to get several teeth extracted and go on a wet food-only diet. After talking to my veterinarian and doing plenty of research, I learned that it's actually quite beneficial to help domestic cats with … [Read more...] about How to Brush a Cat’s Teeth in 5 Steps
Calico and Tortoiseshell Cat Names
If you have a calico or tortoiseshell cat, you know how special they are. The unique coloring of these cats is some of the most beautiful around. Having had a calico myself, I decided to compose a list of all my ideas for calico and tortoiseshell cat names, in case I ever find myself with another one in the future. When my husband and I were picking out a name for the … [Read more...] about Calico and Tortoiseshell Cat Names
The Best Cat Carrier Backpacks – My Top 8 Choices
The first time I saw a cat in a backpack I almost died from cuteness overload. After all, carrying a cat around with me all day had pretty much been my secret fantasy since I was about eight years old. I was a little sad that it had taken me so long to hear about this popular trend, but excited to look into the different styles and see what cat carrier backpacks were all … [Read more...] about The Best Cat Carrier Backpacks – My Top 8 Choices
I Have Cat Allergies – But I Want a Cat!
It's estimated that about 10% of the population have pet allergies, with cats being the most common type. I myself (a generally sneezy person) suffer from seasonal allergies and have always wondered if I'm secretly a little allergic to cats as well. If I am, it must not be very severe and I have never let it stop me from being a cat mom. If you suffer from feline allergies … [Read more...] about I Have Cat Allergies – But I Want a Cat!
The Best Furniture Fabrics for Pet Owners (And Which Ones to Avoid)
When I was growing up, one of my weekly chores was to vacuum the couches and upholstered chairs to get all the cat hair off. With three cats in the house, it was quite a tedious task and one that I look back on with lament. If only I had known then all the cat hair hacks that I do now! In this article I'm going to talk about the best furniture fabrics for pet owners. I'll … [Read more...] about The Best Furniture Fabrics for Pet Owners (And Which Ones to Avoid)
