Seeing the veterinarian on a regular basis is a necessary part of being an animal parent. Recognizing and managing your dog or cat’s emotional state and primary needs can help take the stress out of vet visits. Dogs and cats experience varying “moods” or emotional
Contrary to what many people think, clicker training isn’t just for dogs. Read on to learn how you can use this effective training tool with your cat. Cats are often considered untrainable – but nothing could be further from the truth. Not only are cats
A new study suggests that our feline friends recognize their names. When I call my cat, Cici, I generally follow it up with the rustle of a treat bag or a whistle, because I’m not sure if she knows or understands her name. Have you
Dogs aren’t the only animals that can learn tricks! Cats can too – it just requires some patience and diligence. When we think about trick training, we usually think about dogs. Trained cats don’t tend to come to mind. But kitties of all ages can
If you’re looking for a way to keep Kitty active and engaged, one of today’s increasingly-imaginative cat trees or condos might be just the ticket. Cats need to stay active to be happy and healthy. A cat tree or condo is an ideal way to
The “other” litterbox problem – causes and solutions. Urinating outside the litterbox is a fairly common issue in cats, so it gets the most attention. We don’t hear as much about cats that defecate outside the box, yet it does happen. In order to solve
How medical marijuana may improve your kitty’s health. Cannabis, also known as medical marijuana, remains a controversial topic. But more people are realizing how effective it is at treating the symptoms of many human conditions, from cancer and AIDS to multiple sclerosis, pain disorders, glaucoma,
Cats can get set in their ways. And the older they are, the truer this becomes. If you have an older cat, and are considering adopting a kitten to add to the household, you need to make sure you know what you’re doing so you