Male cats often get a bad rap, and rumors can impact adoption decisions. If you are an experienced male cat owner, then you know that the rumors are false. For those of you who have not owned a wonderful male cat, here are some things to consider when you encounter misinformation. “I want to adopt a female cat [...]
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Litter Box Solutions
Litter box problems can be frustrating, to say the least. But, you can take an active role in resolving them so that you and your cat can be happy and confident and open to focusing on the good things in life. First and foremost, rule out medical problems. If your cat is suddenly having litter box [...]
2 Kittens Are Better Than One!
Of course, the obvious reason for adopting a pair of kittens is that you get to double your fun! There are many other benefits to having a pair of kittens, for both your sake and that of the kittens! Two kittens keep one another company when the humans are away. They are less likely to [...]
How to Stop Biting Behavior in Cats
Of course you love your cat like crazy, but you may not be all that thrilled with getting your fingers nipped! Here are some tips to recognize the source of the biting behavor, and strategies to curb it. Types of Biting: Kitten biting: normal part of development, cats learn how to hunt and play via biting, scratching, and [...]
How to Acclimate a Shy Cat
Potential adopters can pass over a shy kitty because he or she doesn’t immediately shower them with kisses and purrs. What many do not realize is that shy cats can actually be the ones to shower people with more love than they ever imagined- if given some time to get acclimated. Cats can be shy [...]
How to Introduce a Cat to a Dog
First impressions are everything! It is important to do a slow and planned introduction of a cat to a dog for these reasons: A careful introduction is crucial to ensure the safety of the cat The first meetings form the basis for how the cat reacts to the dog, and vice versa. The initial meetings [...]
Scratching Training 101!
Scratching often gets a bad rap, but it is actually a beneficial behavior for cats and should be encouraged…of course, in appropriate places! Why do cats scratch? Scratching stretches the muscles and tendons The act of stretching the body and moving the arms releases serotonin the cat’s brain, enhancing feelings of well being! Scratching sheds the [...]
Introducing a New Cat to the Resident Cats
Okay, so you have adopted a new kitty (major congrats!!!) and would like to set him or her up for a successful transition to the new home and with the resident pets. That’s great that you are seeking information- you have already started things off on a positive momentum by exercising your problem solving skills! [...]
