Foxes do not usually attack cats, but it can sometimes happen. Although the risk is small, cats should keep their distance from foxes in order to stay safe. Rather than shutting your cat indoors, you could discourage the foxes instead. Urban foxes are persistent, but you can stop them from entering your garden. Protecting your Cat from Foxes If you want to protect your cat, you have 3 options: Keep your Cat Indoors – Effective, […]

Onychectomy is the process of removing the cat’s claws. A feline’s front and back claws may seem insignificant, but they are beneficial for climbing, hunting, defending, and territory marking. But some owners decide to remove their cat’s claws because they’re scratching furniture and carpets. Attitudes towards declawing have changed. Declawing is now frowned upon due to the unnecessary stress it causes cats. Without their talons, declawed cats feel vulnerable. So, there are some precautions you […]

Many cat owners believe their pet has saved their life by alerting them to danger. We associate this special intelligence with dogs, but cats have an excellent understanding of their environment, too. Because cats are so switched-on to their surroundings, some people believe that they have a “sixth sense.” A more likely explanation is that cats have five powerful senses. As we’ll explore, the belief that cats have a “sixth sense” is one of many […]

Cats have a reputation as aloof animals that prefer to keep their own company. Felines are rarely encountered in pairs or packs, adding fuel to this stereotype. Reputations are frequently built upon a fallacy, and the myth that cats are antisocial is no exception to the rule. Loneliness in cats can lead to health concerns. Equally, excessive interaction is exhausting for cats and makes them irritable. It’s critical that you understand your pet’s socialization needs. […]

When cats start destroying expensive furniture, this can be really frustrating. Leather furniture is expensive and isn’t replaced very often, so damage must be avoided. Due to misinformation, some cat scratching ‘treatments’ make the situation worse. Cat claw covers and cat repellent sprays cause stress to the cat, potentially leading to more scratching. So, if you want to stop your cat from clawing the furniture in a constructive way, follow the tips below. Remove Cat […]

To call cats lazy would be a misinterpretation of their behavior. Cats do need plenty of sleep, but they also require regular exercise and mental stimulation. If you spend all day at work, which is the case for most people, it can be difficult to provide this level of stimulation to your feline. No matter how much you cat-proof your home, it can be a dangerous place, especially if your pet is left unsupervised. Use […]