Cat Care

Most of us have heard of the myth about cats and their extreme dislike of getting wet. Your feline friends tolerate water for drinking, but that’s about it. Do cats need baths in the first place?  The short answer is NO. But there are exception cases... When to Bathe Your Cat Cats are exceptional groomers. Washing themselves clean is one of their favorite pastimes, and they do it regularly - 40% of their time daily.  Cats habitually clean and groom themselves with their tongue. Their tongue is comprised of hook-like, hollow scoops that are able to transfer their cleaning saliva...

As a cat parent, you know that your cat's way of communicating with you is through their purring, meowing, and the rare times they show affection. A cat meow can mean a lot of different things. Their meowing is a distinct vocalization because cats don't meow at each other. They meow at people. Kittens meowing would let their mommies know that they are hungry or cold, but once they are past the kitten phase, they stop directly meowing to their fellow felines. But they would continue meowing at humans and other animals. But why do they do it? What’s the meowing...

How Old Is My Cat? If you purchase a new cat from the local pet store or a cat breeder, determining your cat age won't be much of a challenge. However, knowing the age of a kitten or a cat can be challenging when you’re adopting or rescuing older cats. As a cat owner, you must have a fair estimate of how old your cat is. This helps ensure that all vaccinations are on time and appropriate. Knowing its age will also guarantee that your cat's diet, care plan, and overall progress is within the acceptable growth timelines. You can always...

Cats vaccinations, the frequency, and when to get it are among the most debated questions in veterinary medicine. It is confusing and overwhelming to hear conflicting recommendations on whether your cat needs these specific cat injections and when they should be administered. As cat owners trying to be responsible, you need to know the frequency of these feline vaccines to prepare for it financially. Without proper planning, not only cat vaccinations can save your cats’ lives but also the medication costs in the long run. Do not wait till your cats are sick to take care.  Classification of Cat Vaccines...

Cat owners would agree that cats have a mind of their own. They are known to do things on their own terms. It is funny and even exasperating because one minute, they are purring and happily rubbing up against your leg, and in a matter of seconds, they won't come out of their hiding spot despite being coaxed. They also love a good rub and a loving snuggle but again, only on their terms and not when you’re in the mood for it. Their independence to do what they want, when they want can be both frustrating and endearing. It...