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Finding outlets for safe outdoor exploration for cats has become an increasingly popular goal for many cat parents, the concept of “catios,” or patios designed for cats, are all the rage now.
If you started feeding your cats via foraging toys from a young age or if your cats are extremely motivated to acquire carbs you may find they are difficult to challenge. If your cats are like mine they can get food out of virtually anything you give them. I refer to these guys as “master […]
Cats take great comfort in the safety and security that a cardboard box can offer. As a species that is both predator and prey they like to feel protected and “have their back.”
As a predator, boxes provide a great ambush opportunity for pouncing on unsuspecting friends!
Many senior and geriatric cats have a difficult time navigating the deep sinking, sandy material we know as cat litter. When little hips and knees do not work so well one can only imagine how challenging it can be to navigate quicksand every time you eliminate. Think about that for a minute. How many 80 […]
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I have fleas! What should I do? DO – Treat all pets in the household with a topical flea treatment such as Revolution or Frontline. DO – Flea comb your pets to remove flea “dirt” as well as live fleas while monitoring progress of treatment. DO – Vacuum! All carpeted or upholstered areas, furniture, mattresses, […]
What is constipation? Constipation can be defined as an abnormal accumulation of feces resulting in difficult bowel movements. This may result in reduced frequency or absence of defecation. The feces are retained in the large intestine or colon. Since one of the functions of the colon is water absorption, the retained feces become hard and […]
It’s a familiar dilemma for many cat-lovers: we want to rescue homeless and abandoned cats, but we can’t always keep them! Here are some tips to help you find a good home for a stray cat. If you want a new home for your own pet… The sad fact is that almost 80% of cats […]
Canned food is an excellent way to encourage water consumption, because it is high in water content and most cats love the taste. It can be warmed up in the microwave to enhance its smell. We recommend feeding canned food one to three times a day in addition to freely fed dry food. You can […]
Pill Pockets: Pill Pockets are a soft chew with a hollow center with room for a pill inside. We recommend giving them to your cat as a treat first, get your cat hooked, then spike one with the pill. They are available in chicken or salmon flavor. Pill Pockets also make great treats for healthy […]
