1. Catnip: The ubiquitous catnip or Nepeta cataria is well-known for being safe and enjoyable for cats. However, it’s best not to give it to cats who have a history of seizures. Also, young kittens and some adult cats do not respond to catnip, so it may be hit or miss with your particular cat….
Your cat’s constipation may seem like a minor concern—but, hey, it’ll “pass,” right? Not so fast. This relatively common condition can become dangerous if left untreated. Here’s what you need to know. Constipation happens when feces builds up in the colon, hardens and becomes difficult to pass. The prevailing cause is dehydration. Diseases that can…
As you roll out the barbeque and fireworks, don’t forget your pet’s safety! July 5th is one of the busiest days for shelters across the country with a 30% increase in lost pets because many spooked pets flee their homes amidst explosions and smoke. This video rounds up some of the best 4th of July…
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The government is ending its controversial research experiments on kittens after a bipartisan bill, co-sponsored by Florida Congressman Brian Mast, R-Fla, was filed in March describing the practice as “taxpayer-funded kitten slaughter.” The KITTEN ACT, or “Kittens in Traumatic Testing Ends Now Act,” involved parasite-related experiments on cats and kittens in U.S….
The new sanctuary has expanded to include an orphanage, a kindergarten and a veterinary clinic. Alaa and his team resemble a small development agency, providing services that government and international charities cannot or will not. He strongly believes that helping children to look after vulnerable animals teaches them the importance of kindness to all living…
There are about 100 different cat noises, which our feline friends mix and match to talk to us. Let’s review some of the most common cat noises here. You’ve probably noticed that cats spend a lot of time and energy communicating with other cats in their lives, but that very little of that communication is…
A White Coat Waste Project investigation has exposed that a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) laboratory in Maryland breeds up to 100 kittens a year, feeds the 2-month-old kittens parasite-infected raw meat, collects their feces for 2 weeks, and then kills and incinerates the kittens even though they’re healthy and adoptable. The USDA is even…
Christmas is a magical time of year, but it isn’t always the best holiday for cats. There are lots of dangers, from tinsel and ribbon to poisonous seasonal plants like poinsettias. And, for many homes, Christmas trees are the centerpiece of the season, but they too can be a lot of trouble for cats. Here…
Happy Black Cat Day and almost Halloween! Are black cats good luck? In Asia and Europe, black cats bring wealth, bless marriages, keep homes safe and more. A friend in Hawai’i during dinner a few years ago mentioned that a black cat had crossed his path the previous day while he was en route to…
Feeding time at God’s Little People cat rescue, a sanctuary in Greece that received nearly 40,000 applications in response to a job ad. (Courtesy of Joan and Richard Bowell) By Karin Brulliard It began in 2010, when a cat gave birth in Joan and Richard Bowell’s garden on the Greek island of Syros. She had…