Some Flowering Plants Poisonous to Animals

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Since my website includes an article about houseplants that are non-toxic to animals and people, it seemed wise to list poisonous plants as well.  The list below is not comprehensive, but they include many common plants that you might be growing in your yard. If you would like a complete list, I recommend you go … Read more

During the Holidays Your Cat is a Blessing

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If you are living in the United States, you are most likely heavily into our holiday season, with Thanksgiving just days away. If you have a cat who is part of the family, you will benefit from his assistance during the holiday season.  Though this kitty aid may not always be appreciated as it should, … Read more

Is the Egyptian Mau the Best Cat for You?

grey spotted cat

Would this striking cat be the best cat for you? After reading about the animal, I’ve decided I’d love to have one. However, on my budget I can’t afford it. One price I found set the range from $600.00 to $1,000.00. I can understand why, as these are beautiful animals. Their ancestry is also pretty … Read more

How Does Your Cat Think?

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How does your cat think? Does he rely solely on instinct, or are there other factors piloting the kitty brain? Well, according to psychologist Hank Davis, non-humans are a lot smarter and less “instinct-based” than most of us think. He surmises that perhaps we are not quite as clever as we think we are and … Read more

Why Is My Cat Eating Grass?

cat eating grass

Does your cat eat grass?  My cats have always eaten grass.  When the weather was wet and nasty and I didn’t want to let my cat out, I would go out to my lawn and find a handful of grass for him. Then I would feed him the grass, one blade at a time.  He … Read more

New Book Summary By The Literate Cat

small black cat with glasses reading book

Hello, you two-legged readers! It’s Lucinda the literate cat again, with a new book summary. The Cantankerous Cat Lady has given me a six-week contract to write more summaries for her blog. I am happy to do so. I am glad that so many of you liked my book summaries. I even received a couple … Read more