Tag: cat
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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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Calico Cats: Nature’s Patchwork Beauties
Calico cats are among the most visually striking and beloved felines in the world. With their distinctive coats of orange, black, and white, they often appear as living pieces of art. Each calico cat’s pattern is unique, like a snowflake or fingerprint, and their colorful appearance has fascinated cat lovers for centuries. But there is…
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Leaving your furry friend at home alone!
Recently, one of our daughters asked if we could come over and take care of her cat while she, our daughter and her family were going to be gone overnight. This sounds silly, but you have to know our daughter. First, this is a rescue cat. A very nice rescue cat who is purrfect for…
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Why does my cat bring dead mice into the house?
There is no doubt cats are interesting. I don’t care if you are a cat lover or not, I’m sure you still find them interesting. I saw this post on social media not that long ago and knew exactly what this cat was doing. The caption was something like, “The world’s laziest cat.” I don’t…
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