The physiology of the cat is very like that of other mammals, but its sense organs have evolved specialized modifications as a hunter. One of the most remarkable adaptations seen in cats is in the anatomy and function of its eyes. So, can cats see in the dark? While the idea that cats can see…
Author: carolinekearns
How To Walk Your Cat On A Leash
Some cats will walk with a harness on a leash and some won’t. If you have an indoor cat who is very interested in going outside, walking on a leash is a possible way to satisfy her curiosity. Below are four steps to show you how to walk your cat on a leash. I’ve personally…
Recognizing Kidney Disease Symptoms in Cats
I currently have a co-worker who has a cat that has been diagnosed with kidney failure. This article is about recognizing kidney disease symptoms in cats. I hope it will help other cat parents recognize the signs of this illness so they can get their cats treated as early as possible. Please join my mailing…
Nutrition for Senior Cats
Nutrition for senior cats is important. About a week ago, our 12-year-old cat, Periwinkle (pictured above on the right with our youngest cat, Munchkin), had her semiannual checkup and distemper booster. Our vet also verified what we had suspected: Periwinkle is losing weight. We had blood work done to make sure there wasn’t an underlying…
Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Cat
Spring is coming and with it will come the meowing and yowling of female cats in heat. Female cats generally go into heat in the spring and in the fall. Besides the unwanted behavior of a cat in heat, there are numerous reasons to spay or neuter your cat. Control the Population of Unwanted Cats…
Why Do Cats Have Whiskers?
I’ve often wondered: why do cats have whiskers? So, I researched the topic and put together this article to answer that question. I get excited when I find a cat whisker in my house. I find them on the bed, on the floor, by the bathroom sink — I sometimes find them in the strangest…
K&H Pet Products Ortho Thermo-Bed Review
With temperatures on the east coast reaching record lows this new year, it’s important to make sure your cats stay warm. I bought this product not knowing this unusual cold spell was coming. Keep reading my K&H Pet Products Ortho Thermo-Bed review then decide for yourself if you think you might like one for your…
How To Give A Cat A Pill
I’m writing this article to help you learn how to give a cat a pill. If you’re a cat parent, it’s inevitable that at some point your cat will get sick and require medication. Learn about top medical conditions affecting cats here. This can be difficult for both you and the cat. Unlike dogs that…
Juliet’s House, Greensboro, NC
Any given Saturday or Sunday, you’ll find cats and dogs up for adoption at Petsmart and Petco in Greensboro, NC. These adoption fairs are sponsored by local animal rescues. One of these is Juliet’s House Animal Rescue. In July 2016, we adopted a kitten from Juliet’s House at one of these adoption fairs. We had…
My Cat Collects Things: Hoarding Behavior in Cats
My youngest cat collects things. Here’s Munchkin’s story: Flossers? Okay. So you’ve seen those teeth flossers that come in a bag — usually green with floss on one end and a sharp pick on the other end. Maybe you use them. I do. In fact, I don’t believe this is unusual, but I will use…