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Cats follow very similar stages of aging from kittenhood to senior; they just go through the stages much faster than we humans. So, how do you recognize the signs of aging, and as they grow older, what are some senior cat care tips you can use to help them through this stage of life? A … Read more
If you have a cat, you’ll want to keep your furry friend in good health. Do you know the most common cat health issues that your kitty might face? In this post, you will learn the basic ones that are important for you to recognize and understand. Understanding Feline Health: An Overview To ensure that … Read more
This post, “A Tale Of Tails,” appears in response to a request from a commenter, who wanted more information on the cat’s tail. In September of 2020 I wrote an informational piece about the cat’s tail, which will give you some detailed information. Click the blue link above for access. Though the cat does not … Read more
What is the importance of cat cognition? A cat’s senses become essential to survival from very early in their lives. Cats detect stimuli through sight, hearing, scent, and smell, and by the presence of an array of whiskers. These stimuli prove essential for a young kitten and continue to provide vital information that allows the … Read more
Can cats understand human language? It would prove beneficial if they truly could, but then, how well do you understand your cat’s language? Here we are, two species who try to communicate without really being able to translate all the messages we pass to each other. Though your cat knows when you are talking to … Read more
Do you give catnip to your kitties regularly? Perhaps you grow your own for them. If they feel the effects of this weed, they can make you laugh with their antics. So, do you understand their reaction? How does catnip affect cats? What Is Catnip? Well, it’s a plant, with the scientific name of Nepeta … Read more
If you follow this website and have read many of the posts included here, you have already done some reading about the healing power of cats. Many of us have had healing experiences with cats that might be anecdotal in nature, but now science will back up many of our beliefs Cats Can Help Heart … Read more
Do you know the essential cat nutrients? Can you identify the basic needs of cats, when it comes to diet? Let’s explore the topic and see what we can learn. The Six Categories Of Cat Nutrients All nutrients for cats fall into one of the following categories: Protein Fat Carbohydrate Vitamin Mineral Water It becomes … Read more
Good cat foods often include fiber to help your cat’s digestive function. Do cats need fiber? Yes, fiber plays an important role in a cat’s diet, even though not an essential dietary need, and can have several overall health benefits. Fiber can definitely help with such things as digestive upset, constipation, diarrhea, diabetes, and even … Read more
Did you know that, similar to our bodies, a cat’s body weight consists of 60 to 70% water? Thus, as with us, important health benefits come from drinking lots of water. Of course, drinking water can prevent dehydration. However, other benefits accrue as well. Water helps flush toxins from the kidneys and decreases the chance … Read more