Cats love to lay, chew, attack, and play with shoes, slippers, socks, and most footwear for that matter! It’s a relationship that I’m sure goes back as long as cats and shoes have coexisted. As to why they love shoes, there are some explanations…. Why Does My Cat Lay on My Shoes? If you own […]
As strange as it may sound, cats can drink green tea – yes. Not only is it OK, but cats can also benefit from the compounds in what’s commonly called “one of the world’s healthiest drinks”. As long as it’s caffeine-free and given in moderation, your kitty will be better for it. Here’s what you need […]
One of the more interesting old wives’ tales around cats and their sixth sense is whether or not they can tell when someone is pregnant. Like most cat-related superpowers, it’s hard to validate and back up with science. Yet, there is no end of anecdotal evidence that cats can sense things long before we can […]
Cats are interesting animals. They are known for being loners, self-sufficient, distant, and mysterious at times. I think I speak on behalf of all cat owners when I say that we often wonder what our cats are thinking. Which brings up an interesting thought – what language do cats think in? Do they think in […]
It’s estimated that there are anywhere between 35-75 million stray cats across the United States. That’s a lot of stray cats! If you’re looking for a particular stray, maybe even your own cat that’s missing, you need to know where a stray cat is most likely to go during the day. It’s hard to say […]
After finding another chewed up earbud, I’d had enough. I either had to get rid of my cat or find some cat proof earbuds! OK, I admit I wasn’t really serious about getting rid of my cat after I calmed down. But I’ve had a few pairs of headphones and earbuds ruined, and it was […]
Giving away a cat has been one of – if not the – hardest things I’ve ever had to do. Like most cat owners, I form a strong bond with my cats. As do my cats with me. However, for reasons out of my control, I’ve had to give up a cat twice in my […]
Ever wondered, how do cats find their way home over a long distance? I’m sure, like me, you’ve heard some of the stories over the years about cats finding their way back home over hundreds of miles. Do cats have some kind of homing instinct? Is it a supernatural power that we can’t understand? Scientists […]
Are you feeling guilty about rehoming your cat? Struggling to come to terms with the emotions around giving them away, or dealing with it in the days following? I understand. I really do. I’ve had to rehome a cat before, and it was one of the worst things I’ve ever had to do. But it […]
Does your cat or kitten reach out and swipe or grab at your leg when you walk past them? Don’t worry, mine does too! So does countless other cats across the country, it’s perfectly normal behavior. Being “normal” doesn’t make it any less annoying though, right? Plus, receiving scratch marks down your calf just because […]