I have been in cat rescue and cat care for over 30 years. I have no degree in the cat arena. All I can offer you is my thoughts, experience, and common sense when living with cats and their many behaviors over so many years. And yes, people have referred to me as “The Crazy …
I still remember watching Pet Semetary as a child. The iconic scene with the hissing Church the cat terrifies me to this day. A hissing cat can be disconcerting, to say the least. When the hiss is directed at your other cat, you may also worry they will harm each other. The good news is …
While humans frequently do things without thinking and can do them for no specific reason, a cat never does anything without a motive. And, most times, humans cannot figure out why cats do what they do. Just believe me, a cat has its reasons, even if you cannot figure them out. I have been involved …
Maggots are the stuff of nightmares. Growing up in the country, running into the occasional dead animal was just a part of life. Once, I found a dead frog that was infested with maggots. The experience was so horrifying I’ve never forgotten it. I shudder to think about maggots, much less a beloved pet eating …
Cats are very entertaining creatures to observe, with a whole host of behaviors that can be both amusing and perplexing. Chasing bugs is a common activity among felines, and it is one that makes cat owners ask questions about what may be going in the minds of their animal companions. By taking a closer look …
Cats, like humans, can lose hair and become bald in places on their bodies. Cats, like humans, may be unable to regrow their hair due to underlying causes. When a cat loses its hair, the medical term is called alopecia. Alopecia can happen for many reasons. As a cat parent, you must work with your vet …
I have enjoyed being a cat parent for over 40 years and being a nurse for many of those years. My medical background helped me to identify problematic health conditions in the fur babies I cared for over the years. The one interesting thing I discovered early in my cat rescue and care years was …
Devoted cat people worry and fret over their kittens as they do their children. This is the way the responsible and caring cat parents do when something does not seem right with their new tiny kitten or adult cat. When a kitten is shaking and not eating, all sorts of red flags go up. Even …
One thing that I found with cats is they never do anything without a purpose. We humans often cannot explain why we happen to do something. We did it for no reason and are usually sorry later. Cats do not make these kinds of mistakes. The actions of a cat always serve a purpose. After …
If you are a first-time cat parent, you undoubtedly have questions in regards to your fluff baby. No question is too stupid and deserves an answer. Knowing the whys and wherefores of excellent cat care begins with asking questions and seeking answers. It is vital to be an informed cat parent. Seasoned cat parents cannot …
I have been in cat rescue and care for over 25 years. I never adopted any of my rescues to other homes. I kept them all and cared for them to the end of their days. When I hear someone say, “My cat is afraid to go outside. What do I do?” I am stunned …
As you grow older (much older), you may no longer sport that beautiful red, brunette, blonde, or black hair you always wore. One day you look in the mirror and notice your hair has speckles of gray! What’s a cat parent do when their cat’s whiskers start to turn black, and your hair turns gray? Q. …
When you decide to adopt a cat (or dog), this means that you take on a responsibility to care for that animal to the end of its days in the best way possible. You don’t get to give up unless you have extenuating circumstances. When it comes to the litter habits of your cat, be …
Being a cat parent, it is a sure bet that you never thought you would have to be an investigator of why your cat meows when waking up. You sign on as your cat’s advocate for the rest of Fluffy’s life. You never ignore its meows, and you try your best to find out why …
Cats lick their noses for various reasons, and it is up to you to figure out why they are licking so much. My first thought is a runny nose from allergies or a cold. A cat licking its nose until the hair is gone could point to an underlying health issue. It is up to …