If you already own a cat then you're probably all too familiar with their sleeping patterns.Cats love to sleep and it is actually the main activity on their agenda besides hunting, chasing, and eating.It may seem that at times all your cat does is sleep.......[Read More]

For several years now, About.com Cats has featured a Cat Picture of the Week, and this year is no exception. Photos are chosen from submittals to any of the *other* picture galleries on this site (most often from the featured gallery of the month). My criteria is the quality of the photo, and the ca......[Read More]

As a cat owner, I had never entertained the concept of teaching my pussy tricks until now. I was under the impression that dogs could do tricks. I believed moggies were just cool and more complicated than dogs. He is very interested in finding warm, soft places to sleep. I always thought that dogs w......[Read More]

Diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes is a chronic illness in which there are high levels of glucose in the blood. It is seen in dogs and cats as well as humans, and is commoner when overweight. There is no cure, but treatment, which in cats may or may not include insulin injections, can maintain a he......[Read More]

You may have heard that some progressive companies like Google allow their employees to bring their pets to work. While I'm sure there are certain stipulations, like restrictions as to certain days of the week, how many can participate, and how to manage unruly or tempermental pets. But any way......[Read More]

If you are a cat lover or have been thinking about showing off your own feline friend, then you may be interested in attending a local cat show to see what it's like. A cat show is an exciting event for any animal enthusiast to attend - the energy and playfulness of the different breeds of cats......[Read More]

Sinusitis is the clinical name for the abnormal swelling of the lining of the sinus passages. The sinus passages are bony hollows in the skull that lead directly to the nose and nasal cavities. Sinusitis is also commonly referred to as a sinus infection. Sinus infections have several main causes, as......[Read More]

Creating a memorial to a cat you have loved and lost is a good way not only to honor your beloved kitty, but also to help you through the grieving process. These memorials speak for themselves of the bond between humans and cats that transcends life itself. It is always difficult to say goodbye by t......[Read More]

Black cats are not a popular choice for people interested in adopting a cat.Why do potential cat owners avoid black cats?......[Read More]

Wordless Wednesday is a social networking idea started by the Wordless Wednesday web site. Under the premise that "a picture is worth a thousand words," that's exactly what participants try to do, with eye-catching photos and a short punchy title. You are invited to submit a Wordless ......[Read More]

If you own a cat then you know of the terrible smell of cat urine and you know of the endless task of cleaning up the floor and kitty litter of their misplaced waste. It is awful, demeaning and disgusting work but we love our cats and dutifully clean up after them. There is however an easier way and......[Read More]

Having a cat requires a lot of time, dedication and care, but in the end can be very rewarding. While cats are definitely more independent pets than other animals, like dogs, they still require a great deal of attention and care.......[Read More]

Ev Russell, of Kinross Folds, shares the progress of a litter of kittens from birth to one month and beyond. Enjoy this illustrated Kitten Diary and watch these kittens grow. The Scottish Fold kittens are exactly two weeks old now.......[Read More]

We explore the pros and cons of various systems of identifying your cat in the event is is lost, including collars with tags and tattooing.......[Read More]

Elizabethan collars, also called E-collars, are used in veterinary medicine to keep dogs from licking or scratching at wounded or sore areas. The collar surrounds the dog's head, making it impossible for the dog to lick its body. E-collars also protect the head, making it impossible for the dog's cl......[Read More]

For a pet cat chronic urinary tract infection can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. As a cat owner, the last thing you want to see is your cat suffering from recurring infections that not only affect its bladder, but also deteriorate its overall health. So, the question that needs to be ask......[Read More]

Changing the cat litter has got to be one of the most despised chores, at least at my house.It's like drawing the short straw and ending up with the chore no body wants.If you hate changing cat litter, you may be interested in how we solved this dilemma and stopped changing cat litter.No, we di......[Read More]

Black cats have traditionally been associated with Halloween, so we honor black cats with photos during October. Of course, aficionados of these Parlor Panthers adore black cats year-round. If you haven't yet had your fill of black cat photos, feast your eyes on the previous galleries.......[Read More]

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Caring for a wounded cat can be a traumatic experience. It is helpful to stay focused and remember these two important steps: first, control the bleeding if necessary; and second, help prevent infection by properly cleaning and bandaging the wound. Also remember that your cat is going to be scared......[Read More]