Adopting a New Cat
Pet Lover's Guide to Adopting a Cat
A simple guide for those who are considering adopting a cat, from PetMeds.
Bringing Your New Cat Home
Tips for bringing home your new cat, from the Humane Society
How to Introduce a New Cat Into Your Home, Without Blood Loss
A reader rushed things, and now her cat is showing aggression. Here's how to do it right.
How to Introduce Two Cats to Each Other
A short video on how to introduce two cats.
So You Want to Adopt; Should You Choose a Kitten or Cat?
If you want to adopt a new feline friend, here are some things you should consider before you start looking. Do you want a kitten or an older cat? Must your adopted cat be perfect, or would you consider a cat that isn’t? Are there already animals in your home? What is your lifestyle?
Behavior
Cats Experience Less Stress When They Have Access To Boxes: Study
There is now an official (and scientific!) reason why cats love boxes. Researchers have confirmed that cats take a liking for enclosed cardboard spaces because it aids in lowering stress.
Is Having Two Cats Better Than Having One?
Contrary to behavior myths about being loners, most cats do well with other cats; here are reasons why and tips for adopting more than one cat.
Why Your Cat Scratches Everything In Sight
Don’t be offended if your cat scratches your brand-new couch to shreds. She’s just following the way of her ancestors.
Health
Vaccinations for Your Cat
Information regarding recommended vaccines for your cat and why they are important.
Cat Symptom Checker
The petMD Cat Symptom Checker, allows you to easily search 1,000+ cat health articles based on the symptoms your cat is experiencing.
*We do not have any affiliations with this tool. If this is an emergency take your pet to the nearest veterinary clinic.
*We do not have any affiliations with this tool. If this is an emergency take your pet to the nearest veterinary clinic.
Could Your Cat be Suffering from Seasonal Allergies?
In cats, allergies most commonly surface as skin problems rather than respiratory problems like they do in people. We do occasionally see respiratory symptoms due to allergies, but generally cats suffering from allergies are itchy. They may have bald spots and/or sores and scabs on their skin.
Finally — Vet Study OKs FIV+ and FIV- Cats Living Together
FIV-positive cats can live with uninfected fellow felines and not transmit the virus. A veterinary study concludes this.
Four Tips to Fight Hairballs
Learn how to help your cat with hairball issues in this informative article from Hills Science Diet.
Senior Cat Care
This brochure provides valuable information for caring for your senior cat.
The Truth About Declawing
Learn more about this brutal practice and its long-term consequences for your cat in this informative flyer.
Environment
Your Cat's Environmental Needs
Practical tips for pet owners.
How to Choose the Best Cat Scratching Post
Choosing the best scratching post for your cat can be a frustrating and expensive endeavor. You may end up buying several cat posts that your cat virtually ignores and won't deign to scratch. Instead, he marches on up to his favorite "scratching post"—your couch. You may decide that your cat just doesn't like scratching posts, but that is seldom the case.
Train Your Cat to Stop Scratching Your Couch in 7 Days or Less
Are you familiar with the following scenario? You stumble into the living room in the morning on your way to the kitchen for coffee, and you see it: a brand new, Wolverine-worthy set of claw marks down the entire side of your couch. While you slept, your feline bundle of fur and energy added more scratch marks to your sofa.
Litter Box Basics
A video with information and helpful tips on litter boxes from Jackson Galaxy.
Nine Common Litter Box Mistakes
If you want to keep your cat using the litter box regularly, caring for your cat’s litter box properly is essential. Here are five common mistakes that cat owners make with their cat’s litter box.
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