While we adore making our own cat toys, scratching posts, and cat trees, nothing saves more money and is more sustainable than making your own cat hammock, or bed. Let's be real here. Cats in the USA are oftentimes referred to as “Box Car Willies” as they sleep in any...
DIY (Do It Yourself) is now popular in the USA and Canada and growing in popularity. DIY is fun, and of course, promotes sustainability if all-natural components are used or even recycled components. You can choose to make a cat tree with “levels” for cats that like...
For many individuals going to a rescue or a shelter cat is the only way they will acquire a cat or kitten while others would not consider this. The truth is, answering the question "should I get a rescue cat" is a personal choice and there are pros and cons on both...
This question is the subject of many differing opinions amongst cat owners. Should I let my cat go outside? There are pros and cons to both sides of the issue as well as some statistics that support either outlook on the subject. You as the pet parent must make a...
Although all cats are different, there are certain behaviors that most do and some behaviors that many do not. While that might make this matter a little more confusing remember they ARE cats. OK, on with the 49 facts and/or myths as some are just myths stated as...
As the saying goes, 'Dogs have owners, cats have staff'. While a little funny, and completely true, this is exactly why we wanted to put together this helpful guide to owning a cat for the first time! Ancient Egypt is a prime example of how cats were revered and were...
What is a Polydactyl Cat? Simply put cats that are referred to as "Polydactyl cats" are cats with an extra toe on one or more of the paws. It is also referred to as hyperdactyly in some areas. It is a genetic mutation that can reoccur throughout the lifespan of a cat...
You know your cat is “persnickety” and has the usual odd cat behaviors, but not all cats are the same. Often cats are subject to biases that just aren't true. Every cat has a unique personality and habits and while some of the habits are the same, some behaviors are...
This is not a new subject but one that we felt we should touch on. Who is smarter, Cats or Dogs? Cat owners will claim that cats are smarter while dog lovers will claim dogs are. And those that own both will claim that cats and dogs are equal. So, what is the truth?...
If you just brought your new kitten home and are you're wondering: "how do I litterbox train a kitten?", you've come to the right place. The good news about litter box training kittens is that even new kittens are generally easy to train to use a litter box. If you...