Is Spanish Moss Toxic to Cats?Research seems to indicate that Spanish moss is a nonpoisonous flowering plant found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is not considered toxic to cats.
Cat Has a Piece of Claw Stuck Between Teeth?My 13 year old cat was constantly licking her lips so I looked and there is a small piece of her claw stuck in between her teeth. What do I do or will it dislodge on its own? I've tried pulling it out, but she doesn't sit very still and I'm afraid of breaking her teeth.
Male Cat Attacks Other Cats?My male Scottish fold cat keeps attacking other cats. Every cat that it sees it literally attacks them and I do not know what to do. The only cat it does not attack is my female Scottish Fold/British shorthair however she hisses at him all the time even when I put them in a cage together. It has been a year plus now so I have to keep him locked up, but I don't want to do this.
What to Do for a Kitten Sucking on Blankets?Kittens who are taken from their mothers too soon and even cats who simply seek a comforting behavior may enjoy sucking on a blanket. Kittens will often outgrow this habit. If your cat continues, you might try giving them their own blankie. Just make sure it is in good condition and the fabric is not one that can cause them tummy issues.
Refinishing a Cat Tree With Sisal RopeRather than buying a new cat tree when the original carpet has finally been shredded by your lovely kitties, try removing it and replacing with sisal rope. Cats love to use sisal as a scratching surface and will of course wear through it too eventually, but it is easy to replace. This page offers instructions and photos helpful for refinishing a cat tree with sisal rope.
Building a CatioMaking a small indoor/outdoor enclosure for your cat can help make your home a more comfortable place for your pet. Making a catio can be very simple and your cat is sure to love it.
Helping a Neighbor's Neglected Cat?There's been this stray cat roaming my block for 2-3 weeks now. I posted on Facebook seeing if anyone would like him. He's an indoor cat and extremely friendly and hungry. He tries to get into my house every time I go in and come out to smoke. He is quite skinny and he was out when it was storming.
Two Month Old Kittens Nursing Again?I have a female cat that is an outside cat and she has four two month old kittens. The kittens have been weaned, but now all of a sudden they've all started nursing off her again. Is this normal or is she pregnant again? My husband said he caught her hooked up to a stray male a couple of weeks ago.
Getting a Cat Out of a Tall TreeAn interesting approach to getting a cat to come down from a tree is to record a video of the cat meowing in the tree. Play the video back to the cat, and it just might come down. This is a page about getting a cat out of a tall tree.
Fuzzy (Domestic Longhair)We have gathered together several photos of this pretty gray kitty to track her exploits over the years. This page contains photos of a longtime member's kitty, Fuzzy a Domestic Longhair.
Adult Cat Just Started Pooping and Peeing in the Closet?My 7 year old cat just started pooping and peeing in my closet on top of the shoes. Nothing has changed in our environment. He is healthy and has no problems. He had a vet wellness appointment a week prior. He still uses the litter boxes. So I ruled out UTI. I kept him out of my closet for 2 weeks and no accidents. He didn't go in any other closets in the house.
Introducing a New Female Kitten to the Resident Female Cat?I just brought home a six week old female kitten. I have a four-year-old cat, who is also female, who is not impressed. I've kept them separated for a little over a week and offer visits only through the crate, I don't see much on here talking about two female cats getting along. Can somebody help me out?
Cat's Abscessed Tooth Burst?My 20 year old cat had an abscessed tooth. The vet wouldn't operate. I had them give her a shot of Convenia and pain meds. The tooth has now burst. What can be done? She isn't eating.
Keeping a Cat Off the Stove?How can I keep my cat off the electric stove?
Identifying a Bump on a Cat?Can anyone tell me what this might be? We have a vet appointment coming up, but I'm curious. It doesn't seem to bother him at all.
Cat Likes to Jump into Empty Garbage Can?I have a Bombay cat who is about a year old. She keeps jumping into our empty garbage can. Whenever we get her out of there she jumps right back in. Why does she keep doing this? She never bothered it when it had a bag full of garbage, but when its completely empty she always jumps in.
Flame Point Siamese PhotosColorpoint Shorthairs are a variety of domestic cat bred by crossing Siamese with the American Shorthair. The intent was to expand the point colors to 16 well beyond the 4 traditional Siamese ones. This page contains flame point Siamese photos.
Discouraging Cats from Scratching the Carpet?Cats scratch to sharpen their claws, to strengthen their forelegs, and to mark territory. The texture of carpet is quite appealing to many cats. There are several things you can try such, as a carpet scratching post and odor eliminating products if you believe the this is marking behavior. This is a page about discouraging cats from scratching the carpet.
How to Give a Cat Shots?Giving your a cat a shot can be easy or difficult. The ease and success will depend on the cat's temperament and your technique. Check with your vet for tips and perhaps try having two people work together. This is a page about how to give a cat shots.
Male Cat Allows Kittens to Nurse on Him?I have had my male cat for eight years and every kitten that I bring into the house even though their mother is nursing them they go to him and attempt to suckle. He doesn't try to stop it. I now have five-month-old kittens that are still nursing off their mother And he will let those kittens nurse off of him.
Homemade Cat Deterrent Spray?Trying to keep cats off furniture and other inappropriate places can be tough. Try mixing water and apple cider vinegar in a spray bottle. Some essential oils can be used in place of the vinegar. This is a page about homemade cat deterrent spray.
Remedies for Anxiety in CatsJust like their human companions, cats can exhibit anxiety over various changes in situation, including the death of a furry friend or a move. With the proper anti-anxiety medication, after all else fails, they will typically return to their normal kitty self. This is a page about remedies for anxiety in cats.
My Cat Has DandruffIf your kitty has dry skin there are a number of home remedies you can try. Make sure that there is not an underlying medical issue when you next see your vet. This page contains several treatments, from food additives to topical ones that can help when my cat has dandruff.
Mother Cat Aggressive Towards Kittens?We adopted a stray cat when she was pregnant. She gave birth to three kittens. One of them unfortunately died. The kitten was really undersized. The mother has been good to the kittens so far. But now suddenly she seems very aggressive. She'll pounce on them and scratch and bite them really hard.
Is My Cat a Siamese Mix?The Siamese cat's genetic structure is very dominant in mix breed cats. Thus you can see physical characteristics as well and behavioral ones that will help to determine if your kitty is a Siamese mix. This is a page about, "Is my cat a Siamese mix?".
Cat Started Peeing on My Husband?We've had our cat for almost 8 years now and she has never done anything in the house. Now she goes in my bedroom when my husband is sleeping on the bed and pees on him. Why? We've been married over 20 years and she's never done this before.
Korat Breed Information and PhotosA beautiful, ancient domestic cat breed from Thailand. They are very affectionate and love to be treated as the favorite. This page contains korat breed information and photos.
Older Cat Attacks New Kitten?Introducing a new kitten to your older resident cat can be a bit of a challenge. It typically takes some time, patience, and planning on your part for them to get used to each other. This is a page about older cat attacks new kitten.
Cat Scratching a Wound With Its Cone?Some cats are too smart for their own good. If you have one of these talented kitties that has discovered that the cone that is supposed to prevent scratching can in fact be used for just that purpose, read on. This is a page about keeping a cat from scratching a wound with its cone.
Finding a Home for a Sick Cat?It can be difficult to find a home for cats and kittens with chronic and/or contagious diseases. This page contains some useful tips and recommended agencies that can help in this situation. This is a page about finding a home for a sick cat.
Mama Cat Hiding Kittens?We have a mama cat who had 3 kittens 3 weeks ago. All of them were kept home since. Today while the door were open mama cat took all the kittens and put them under the decking area that we've no access too. We would literally have to strip most of the decking to get there.
Caring for Foster KittensKittens are often given to foster families until permanent homes can be found. This is a page about caring for foster kittens.
Keeping an Old Cat from Constantly Scratching Her Ear?I have a really old cat; going on twenty years now. When I first rescued her 15 years ago, she had a severe case of ear mites. We got that taken care of, but she wouldn't stop licking her foot and then rubbing her ear. It was an ingrained habit. Fungus developed. For the last 15 years, I've been treating her regularly for fungus.
Keeping a Cat Cool in Summer?This is a page about keeping a cat cool in summer. When temperatures rise keeping pets cool moves to the top of your to do list. Indoor cats may find the temperature indoors too warm. Make sure to leave down lots of water and use a fan or the AC if possible.
Treating a Cat with Ear Mites?My lil kitty has mites in his ears and I would love you to give me tips on what I can do.
Kitten Has Dark Eye Color Rather Than Blue?I have a 4 week old kitten that I'm having to bottle feed because it's a lot smaller and fragile compared to its siblings. I was wondering if there would be any reason it's eyes are not tinted blue like the rest. Its eyes are dark colored.
Treating a Kitten with a Cold?You can keep your kitten warm and hydrated, but as kittens are susceptible to viruses and bacterial infections if the condition persists or worsens a trip to the vet may be necessary. This is a page about treating a kitten with a cold.
Cat Pees on Rugs and Towels?There are a few possibilities as to why your kitty may be urinating on rugs and towels. This page offers some reasons for the behavior and suggestions for what to do when your cats pees on rugs and towels.
Help With Kittens That Do Not Like to Be Picked Up?Making kittens feel safe and comfortable when they don't like to be picked up may take time and gentleness on your part. Try holding them when their are tired. This is a page about help with kittens that do not like to be picked up.
How to Make a Mirrored Ball for CatsThis is a page about how to make a mirror ball for cats. When you hang this mirrored ball up in the sunlight, the floor will be dancing with specks of light for your cat to chase.
Keeping an Outdoor Cat from Leaving Dead Mice on Porch?Some cats love to leave gifts for their beloved owners and dead mice are a popular gift. Keeping an outdoor cat from leaving dead mice on porch can be difficult but it may be possible to get them to stop.
Keeping Your House Clean With Pet CatsThere are several ideas in this page that will help you have a cleaner home, even with pet cats. Start with the kitty box, by cleaning daily and adding a mat outside the box to help contain the litter.
Which Cat Litter Is Best?This may sound like an easy question, but there are factors to be considered when choosing the best litter for your kitties. Each type has pros and cons. Do your research. This is a page about, "Which cat litter is best?".
Cat Keeps Scratching Its Eyelids?If fleas are not present, then an inflammation of the eyelid, known as blepharitis, may be the cause of this behavior. A trip to the vet for a diagnosis is probably in order. Warm cloths may help until you get an appointment. This is a page about cat keeps scratching its eyelids.
Introducing New Kitten to Resident Cat?I was wondering if any one can offer advice on introducing and settling a new kitten with an existing one?
Protecting Leather Furniture from CatsThis is a page about protecting leather furniture from cats. One of the best ways to protect your furniture is to put nail covers on your cat's claws. They are soft, plastic tips, that glue onto the nails and prevent them from scratching inappropriately. They are safe and easy to apply.
Highland Lynx PhotosThis page contains Highland Lynx photos. The Timberline Cattery developed the Highland Lynx by breeding the Desert Lynx and the Jungle Curls. The first litter was born in 1995. Highland Lynx are typically polydactyl. Their small, curled ears are set wide apart and usually have feathering and tufts at the tip. Here are some photos of this exotic and rare cat!
Resident Cat Aggressive Toward New Cat?Introducing a new cat into your home can be more complicated than you might think. Proper steps in the process generally result in a positive outcome. This is a page about solutions for when your resident cat is aggressive toward a new cat.
Cat is Pulling Hair OutYour cat may have flea problems or a skin condition that is making it pull it's hair out. If your cat is cat is pulling hair out it may require a trip to the veterinarian.
Protecting Yourself Against Sharp Kitten Claws?Kittens have sharp claws that can easily scratch you as they play and climb up your legs or arms. Clipping their claws or using nail covers are two good ways to keep from getting scratched. This is a page about protecting yourself against sharp kitten claws.
How to Use Shredded Paper for Cat LitterShredded newspaper or similar newsprint type paper can be used in the place of traditional cat litter, to save on pet expenses. This is a page about how to use shredded paper for cat litter.
Cat is Peeing in the Bathtub?Assuming that this behavior is not due to an infection there are a number of ways to handle your kitty's new toilet practices. This is a page about cat is peeing in the bathtub.
Cat Peeing in the Same PlaceCats can certainly be creatures of habit. If your cat is peeing someplace you don't want them to, it would be best to stop them from peeing there as soon as possible. This is a page about cat peeing in the same place.
Ash Tray as Cat Food BowlTypical cat dishes have sides that are too high or crevices where wet food gets wasted. A bowl may be too small for a cat head and whiskers, so we prefer a flatter dish, one that won't slide. I finally found some flattish colorful plastic ashtrays at an estate sale for a quarter, pictured.
Transmission of Feline Parvo Virus?If I have four kittens and one has parvo won't the rest have it?
Saving Money Treating Multiple Cats with Revolution?I'd really appreciate knowing if there is a thrifty way to treat multiple cats with Revolution like you can with Advantage II? If so, what one do you recommend buying and what would the dose(s) be for kittens/cats?
Black Build Up in a Kitten's EarThe black waxy buildup in your kitten or cat's ears is not wax by rather a sign of an ear mite infestation. This is a page about black build up in a kitten's ear.
Neutered Cat Spraying in the HouseIt's generally accepted that neutered cats are less likely to spray in your house. This page looks at reasons why a neutered cat may start spraying and ways you can stop this behavior. While not an easy task, you should be able to reverse this behavior.
Best Cat Litter for Controlling Odor?Cat litters come in different formulas. Some are better clumpers, some are lightweight, and some control odors well. This is a page about best cat litter for controlling odor.
Caring for a Kitten?I got a 9 week old kitty cat. Can I let her run around the apartment or do I leave her in a room with closed doors? She's scratching and biting all the time. What should I do? This is my first pet.
Bathing Kittens in Dawn Dish Soap?At what age can I bath kittens in blue Dawn dish soap? Do they need to be at least a week old or a month old?
Does Fixing a Cat Help With Behavior?Some types of cat behavior can be moderated by having your pet fixed, but not all. Fixing only guarantees they can't reproduce. This is a page about, "Does fixing a cat help with behavior?".
Fixed Cat No Longer Friendly With Other Cat?A pet returning from a veterinary procedure may bring home strange smells on its fur. This can cause formerly friendly pets to be a bit standoffish for a time. This is a page about fixed cat no longer friendly with other cat.
Lilly (Calico) Rides in a CarLilly is one of our younger kittens who won't let anyone pet her around her head. As a runt, she didn't get the chance to be the center of attention.
Helping a Cat Settle Into a New Home?Pets can become distressed after a move or change of owner. Patience and an understanding of their need for a sense of security, and even territory, can help them transition. This is a page about helping a cat settle into a new home.
Cat Has Stopped EatingThis is a page about cat has stopped eating. It is very disconcerting when your pet stops eating for seemingly no reason.
Making a Litter Box CoverThis is a page about making a litter box cover. Making a cover for your kitty box may help keep the litter scatter down.
Does Male Cat Urine Smell Stronger?This is a page about, "Does male cat urine smell stronger?". Intact male cats have a high level of Felinine protein in their urine which accounts for its much stronger smell than that of neutered male or female cat urine.
Helping a Stray Cat With KittensThis is a page about helping a stray cat with kittens. Finding out that the stray cat hanging about your house has a litter of kittens, may spur you on to deciding what to do to help mom and her babies.
Getting a Kitten to Eat Dry Cat Food?This is a page about getting a kitten to eat dry cat food. If your kitten doesn't like dry food, it may be difficult to get them to eat it.
Calming a Kitten for a Vet TripThis is a page about calming a kitten for a vet trip. Many pets find a trip to the vet very stressful. There are a number of ways to help reduce your pet's stress.
Caring for Sick Stray Cats?This is a page about caring for sick stray cats. Stray cats are a common site in many neighborhoods. Trying to care for a sick feral cat can be tricky.
Finding Homes for Stray Cats?This is a page about finding homes for stray cats. Stray kitties would benefit greatly from being given a loving home.
Black Crust Around Kitten's Nose?When I got home from school and saw my kittens, my one kitten has black stuff caked around her nose. She is black with a thick white stripe down the middle of her face and I can clearly see the black stuff around her nose. What is it? Please help me!
Teaching Kittens to Sleep in Their Own BedThis is a page about teaching kittens to sleep in their own bed. Cats or kittens may try to find sleeping accommodations in places that you are not OK with.
Treating a Cat's Abscess?This is a page about treating a cat's abscess. Clearing up an abscess on your kitty and preventing infection requires careful attention.
Ferret Cage as Cat CondoI am always looking for reasonably priced animal housing. I found a ferret cage on Craigslist, and bought it for use of my cats. They love it, I have yet to put cushions and hammocks in it.
Home Remedies for Constipated Cats?This is a page about home remedies for constipated cats. Like their human caretakers, kitties can become constipated. Some pet owners prefer to try to treat this initially at home prior to seeking the services of a vet.
Kittens Born in Insulation?This is a page about kittens born in insulation. Feral cats sometimes give birth to their kittens in seemingly strange places, such as in the insulation under a mobile home.
Mother Cat Bringing Kittens to Owner?This is a page about mother cat bringing kittens to owner. Cats will sometimes bring their kittens to their owner, perhaps to introduce the kittens to the rest of her family.
Homemade Cat EnclosureThis is a page about homemade cat enclosure. For a variety of reasons you may need to create an enclosure for your kitty.
Kitten's Fur Knotted After Surgery?Last night I picked up my kitten from the vet, after she was fixed. I noticed that on her stomach, where she had been shaved, that it was a yellowy color and the hair was knotted.Will these come out on their own or will I have to wait until after she gets the stitches removed and bring her to a groomer?
Kitten Not Using the Litter BoxThis is a page about kitten not using the litter box. Although many kittens will quickly learn to use a litter box, some take encouragement and patience.
Cat Stopped Using Litter BoxThis is a page about cat stopped using litter box. Determining the reason your cat has stopped using its litter box is the first step in correcting this behavior.
Giving Kittens Liquid MedicationThis is a page about giving kittens liquid medication. Giving a kitten liquid medications can be a struggle.
Cat Scratching Everything But Scratching PostThis is a page about cat scratching everything but scratching post. Cats scratch as part of grooming their claws. It is a necessary activity, but not an appreciated one when they ignore the scratching post and attack everything else.
Tabby Cat PhotosThis is a page contains tabby cat photos. The distinctive coloration of the tabby cat is made up of stripes, dots, lines, or swirls, generally accompanied by a mark resembling an M on their forehead. This coat pattern is found on many domestic cats.
Kitten Chewing on WiresPets will sometimes chew on inappropriate things; sometimes this can be dangerous. This is a page about kitten chewing on wires.
Cat Scratching WoodworkThis is a page about cat scratching woodwork. When cats scratch where you don't want them to, you need to encourage them to use something more appropriate.