Smart cat gift selections
What defines the thinking cat? What do they think about? How do they interact with their humans? Though dogs have long had the reputation of being more loyal and loving, research now shows that cats can get just as bonded to humans as dogs do. The majority of cats see their humans as a resource … Read more
Greetings, two-leggeds, and welcome to my newest post. This is Lucinda the literate cat. My CCL (Cantankerous Cat Lady) has asked me to give you some insight into how to know if your cat is in pain. It’s not easy, but I’ll do my best to teach you how cats react to pain and how … Read more
What is CBD oil for cats? CBD oil, or cannabidiol, is one of the active compounds found in the cannabis plant. There are over 100 active compounds in cannabis, including THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol. THC is the compound that gets smokers high. The CBD oil given to pets is a highly concentrated form of that compound, … Read more
In my small community of Gustavus, Alaska, there are around 400 people, that number being higher or lower, depending on the time of the year. Most families here have at least one pet, and sometimes several. However, until now, local veterinary services have been unavailable. Up until October, 2020, the closest vet lived in … Read more
Though your cat can’t speak your language, he has many ways to communicate. He uses various parts of his body to send different messages. Learn to interpret these body movements and positions and you will be better able to communicate with your furry buddy. So, for starters, what does your cat’s tail say? It is … Read more
Since I just wrote a post on some of the common ailments that can affect cats, I thought it might be helpful to tell you what signs to watch for in your cat. How can you tell if your cat is sick? It isn’t always easy. You will see in my list of references at … Read more
We want our fur babies to be happy and healthy, of course. It’s not fun thinking that they could get sick. It is helpful, therefore, to know what are common cat health issues. If we know the signs, we are better prepared to help kitty return to health. Let’s take a look at some common … Read more
I have been wanting to write something about a way to help rid cats of fleas, but as they are somewhat rare in Alaska, I’ve had no practical experience. Then, a friend and business associate of mine sent me a message about her solution to the problem. Read about it in this Seresto flea collar … Read more
It is possible that my cat has diabetes. The vet told me it’s a possibility because his blood sugar was elevated on both trips I’ve made with him to the vet in the last year. I thought the high blood sugar was more likely to be stress-related, as he is a very timid cat, afraid … Read more
Recently I’ve had several questions from folks who wanted to know what water fountain they should buy for their cat. “What is the best cat water fountain?” they ask. I vote for the Catit Flower Water Fountain. From my research, I’m convinced that this product could be responsible for many happy cats. It appears to … Read more