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
Cat Health and Care
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!
How to Get Rid of Cat Hair Everywhere
Dealing with cat hair all over your home is one of the downsides to being a cat parent. It's inevitable. But fear not! I'm going to explain how to get rid of cat hair everywhere in your home so you don't have to live in a nest of fur. Cats naturally shed their hairs, just like people. The average human head has 90,000 to 150,000 hairs on it, compared to the average … [Read more...] about How to Get Rid of Cat Hair Everywhere
Adopting a Kitten vs an Older Cat
When it comes to choosing a cat to adopt from a shelter, most people prefer kittens over older cats. Kittens have an obvious appeal. They are fun and cute and you will be blessed with the maximum amount of time to spend with your new kitty, as she grows from a baby to old age. But many people don't realize that there are benefits to adopting an older cat as well. Adopting a … [Read more...] about Adopting a Kitten vs an Older Cat
Why Do Cats Eat Plants and Then Throw Up?!
My cat Charlie is a plant junkie. I can't keep plants around the house because he will gobble them up, and he never misses a chance to escape out the back door and eat grass. The thing is, he ALWAYS immediately pukes it all up afterward. It got me thinking, why do cats eat plants and then just throw them up? Maybe an oddly specific question, but I was genuinely curious. … [Read more...] about Why Do Cats Eat Plants and Then Throw Up?!
