I dread the Fourth of July. And New Year’s Eve. And anytime the local NFL team wins a game. Why? Fireworks. These explosions in the sky are terrifying for my cats, sending them into a panic that lasts for days and weeks even after the neighborhood has calmed down. They shake. They cry. They have... Continue Reading →
How to Catify Your Home Office
We’ve all been there—your company Zoom starts up and all of a sudden your cat is on your, butt to the camera, playing with your laptop charger, and begging for pets. Sure, it’s cute the first dozen times, but not every boss loves to be interrupted by your kitty when trying to discuss the team’s... Continue Reading →
Boo! How to Make Halloween Not So Scary for Your Cat
Halloween is terrifying. If you’re a cat, that is. Strangers arriving at your house, loud screams on the tv, flashing lights in the decorations…they all add up to a pretty intense time for our companion animals. But there are ways you can help lessen your cat’s Halloween anxiety while keeping them safe and happy. Check... Continue Reading →
Raise a Glass: How to Help Your Cat to Stay Hydrated
I’m what some people would call a “water girly”. I carry a reusable bottle around my house 24/7. I add electrolytes to my water to help improve hydration. I’m constantly on the lookout for a bathroom to use. You get the idea. But my cats? They’re a different story. They prefer to play in their... Continue Reading →
Why Does My Cat Follow Me Everywhere?
Whether to the kitchen, the bedroom, or even the bathroom, if you have a cat, you probably always have someone following you around. But like, in a cute non-creepy sort of way. If you’re anything like me, you can’t go to a different room in your house without your cats tagging along. But have you... Continue Reading →
How to Prevent Cat Hairballs
“Hack! Hack!” All cat parents have been woken up by that unpleasant sound in the middle of the night. The sound of their cat having a hairball. Yuck. Hairballs are pretty nasty things to deal with—whether you’re a cat or a human. Luckily, there are ways that you may be able to help your kitty... Continue Reading →
Yes or No: Should I Let My Cat Outside?
“Cats are wild animals! They need to be let outside!” How many times have you heard that argument? If you’re like me, more than you can count. But here’s the thing: The cats who live in our homes as companion pets are domesticated animals. This means that they don’t necessarily need to go outside. In... Continue Reading →
I Found a Kitten…Now What?
Summer is here—and so is kitten season. While kitten season may sound like the cutest time of the year, the truth is that it’s really a hard couple of months where countless homeless kittens are born into less-than-ideal conditions. During the spring, summer, and even beginning of fall, your local community cats are probably having... Continue Reading →
Easy Beginner Crocheted Blanket for Cats: Step-by-Step Instructions
Love cats and crafts? I have the purrfect crochet project for you! I started crocheting these small blankets a few years ago as a fun way to make something cozy for my kitty while learning this new skill. Since then, I’ve donated dozens of these blankets to local animal shelters so that the senior and... Continue Reading →
What Should I Do if My Cat Won’t Play with Me?
“My cat is sooo boring! She never wants to play with me!” Have you ever said that before? I thought so. But your cat isn’t boring and she most definitely will play with you. Let’s get into it. Why Playing with Your Cat is Important Playing with your cat is important because it benefits both... Continue Reading →