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Disneyland’s Secret Employees
I spent most of this past week in Disneyland with eight of my ten grandchildren and their parents. It was great. I only have one complaint. I never saw any cats. As you may know, I like taking photographs of cats wherever I go, but I was surprised not to see any in Disneyland. When…
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How to Read Your Cat’s Tail, Ears, and Eyes Like a Pro
Cats are just smaller versions of their larger cousins, the lions. If your “house lion” is like most I know, it probably has fur, an attitude, and a talent for judging you silently from across the room. They may not speak English, but make no mistake, your cat is communicating all day long. The problem…
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The Do’s and Don’ts About Feral Cats
While in Honolulu, we ran across three feral cats. My wife and I felt sorry for them and decided to give them some leftover food from our plates after a dinner cruise. This got me thinking, was this good or bad? I know it made us feel good, but were we really helping or actually…
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Why Is My Cat Scratching the Furniture? How to Stop It Without Declawing?
These two questions come up a lot. When I was in high school, I worked for a veterinarian and one of my duties was declawing cats. It is one of the most miserable and heart-wrenching things a person can do. I personally feel it is cruel. If your cat is scratching the furniture, you are…
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Are Automatic Litter Boxes Worth It for Cat Owners? What are the pros, Cons and honest advice?
Let’s be honest. Few cat owners wake up in the morning and say, “You know what I hope to do today? Scoop a box full of yesterday’s cat business.” That is exactly why automatic litter boxes have become such a hot topic. They promise less scooping, less smell, and less daily misery. The big question…
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What Makes a Cat Feral?
Many people see a cat outdoors and assume it is either lost, abandoned, or simply wandering around for fun. In reality, some outdoor cats are something very different. They are “feral” cats. Understanding what makes a cat feral can help people respond with more care, better judgment, and more realistic expectations. A feral cat is…
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Caring for an Outdoor Cat: How to Keep Them Safe, Healthy, and Happy
Outdoor cats live a life full of adventure, fresh air, sun-soaked naps, and the occasional dramatic stare-off with a squirrel. But while that freedom looks idyllic, outdoor cats rely heavily on humans to fill in the gaps when nature gets rough. If you care for an outdoor cat, whether it’s “your” cat or a neighborhood…
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Polydactyl Cats: Cats with Thumbs and they Know It
If you’ve ever looked at a cat and thought, “That little guy could absolutely open a door if he wanted to,” congratulations, you may have encountered a polydactyl cat. These are the cats with extra toes, extra paws, and probably most significantly, extra confidence. Think of them as the overachievers of the feline world. While…
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The Scottish Fold Cat: Charm, Care, and Common Challenges
I was at the dentist office yesterday and a long-time friend told me about finding Scottish Fold kittens for sale on the internet for $800 a piece. Both of us thought that kind of price was ridiculous until I did a little research. It seems the Scottish Fold and its long-haired cousin the Highland Fold…
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Keeping Your Cat Safe at Christmastime: Simple Tips for a Joyful Holiday Season
My daughter was telling me she put her Christmas Tree up already and her cat already found it and loves it. I know how they can be. Our late feline friend destroyed one of our trees. At first it was cute, but after a year or two of growth, the poor old tree could not…
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