Helping Your Cat Age Gracefully
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 […]
Due to the structure of their ears, cats are particularly vulnerable to ear infections and ear mite infestations. Unfortunately, these two conditions share many of the same symptoms so it can be difficult to tell them apart. Both conditions can lead to deafness if left untreated. We’ll look at treatments for ear mite infestations and ear infections. We’ll also show you how to keep your cat’s ears clean and healthy. Ear Mites vs. Ear Infection […]
Felines are easily stimulated animals, so an agitated cat will have dilated pupils. If your cat is experiencing feelings of excitement, or fear and anxiety, she’ll have enlarged eyes. But if your cat’s pupils are dilated all the time, it’s typically a sign of an underlying medical problem. A cat’s eyes tell us a great deal about how she’s feeling. They’re truly the windows to the soul. It’s pivotal that you understand what different feline […]
If you have a cat, you’ll be used to sacrificing personal space during the day and while you sleep. Many pet owners have always wanted to know why their cat wants to go to sleep on your face. Surely it’s uncomfortable for your cat, and it’s definitely not comfortable for you. Besides, your cat may not be in this position all night. It’s possible that he got closer when you started stirring. Cats can tell […]
Up to 10% of Americans experience an allergic reaction to felines. But cat allergies are complicated because you can make a fuss of one cat without triggering an allergic reaction, but not others. If you have a cat allergy, you will be allergic to all felines. Some cats release less dander, so you’ll experience less of a reaction. But with the appropriate management, you can work around your cat allergy and safely share your home […]
While most felines are indifferent to fruit, there are exceptions. Some cats will be intrigued by what her owner eats. If you’re enjoying an orange, you may want to share some of it with your pet. This sound fine as oranges are an excellent source of Vitamin C, but that’s not the case. It’s the peel of an orange that’s most dangerous to felines. That’s because the flesh of the fruit contains far fewer essential […]