Cats instinctively like to be in nature, but the outdoors is not always the safest place for a cat to live. Many cats that are born inside a home or get adopted from a rescue center end up living happy and healthy lives indoors with their human companions. It is a different story when dealing
Month: December 2023
As your cat basks in the glow of the high noon sun, you may be wondering if felines ever do anything except eat, play, and sleep. The truth is, cats are so domesticated now that some are spoiled beyond employment for heavy-duty jobs such as pest control. My own cats have become so lazy that
If you find yourself in a situation where your cat has brought you a mouse, it’s important not to panic. This is perfectly normal behavior for cats, even if it can be a little unsettling for us humans. Your cat isn’t trying to upset you – on the contrary! They’re likely displaying their hunting instincts
There is nothing more frustrating, and worrisome, than a sick cat who won’t eat. Cats may refuse to eat for many reasons. They may be bored with the same old food, or they may be stressed about something. Most often, though, inappetence and anorexia will be caused by an illness, either because the cat feels
Dr. Lauren here! When’s the last time your cat went into the vet? The thought of a howling cat (“singing the song of their people”) is never pleasant. Believe me, I’ve been the person in the car with a Pancake howling so loud, that the people in the car next to me looked at me
A cat found in a hotel room adopted two tiny kittens after her own litter of four was saved. Erika To the surprise of the staff at Circus Circus Las Vegas, they found a cat left behind in a hotel room, all by herself. The cat turned out to be pregnant and needed a safe
A cat is reliving her days as a kitten after she was taken off the streets and had her last litter. Smooch the cat and her kittensBestFriendsFelines A couple came across a friendly cat who had been abandoned outside. The cat was very affectionate, begging them for attention. They couldn’t bear the thought of leaving
Russian Blues aren’t usually considered clingy cats, and during her adolescent years, Olga enjoyed her alone time more. However, even as a kitten, she didn’t like it when I left for work. I made the mistake of saying goodbye and rubbing her head, which would result in her latching onto my arm and biting me.
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A kitten was drawn to cats in a warm home and hoped to escape the cold but was too shy. The homeowner knew just the way to help him. CelineCrom It was a freezing night before the snow fell. Celine Crom went to the kitchen for a snack when she noticed her cats lined up
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Four “gremlin” kittens moved indoors for the first time, spending this winter in comfort and warmth. Jennifer at NewKittensOnTheBlock Last month, four little kittens were surrendered to the Humane Society for Hamilton County as strays, without a cat mother. They were around four weeks old and desperately needed a foster home. Jennifer, a volunteer for
A kitten continued to roll over, purring even when he was in rough shape. A few weeks later, he met a cat and the family of his dreams. Cola the kittenCommunityCatClub Earlier this year, a local TNR (trap-neuter-return) group found a litter of kittens in a cat colony, two of which were in poor shape.
I remember watching the news with some curiosity, and a sense of impending change. “Hold on to your socks,” someone said, “this is going to be big.” China had just implemented a nationwide lockdown over a rapidly spreading virus. We all now know how this would irrevocably change our lives over the coming years, full
On a sunny Wednesday in late November 2023, FixNation, a groundbreaking non-profit based in Los Angeles, celebrated the sterilization of its 250,000th cat. With a mission to provide free spay/neuter services for community cats (feral, abandoned, and free-roaming felines) and affordable services for companion cats, FixNation has played a pivotal role in reducing feline overpopulation
Six kittens living under a porch with a cat found a fresh start just in time. The smallest kitty has the biggest voice. EmiliexFosters Six kittens were found living under a porch with their semi-feral mom. Their caretaker contacted local animal rescuers, hoping to get them the best life possible. Once the kittens started eating
Although heartworm disease is largely associated with dogs, cats too are susceptible to this potentially life-threatening condition. Learn more about why monthly heartworm prevention is strongly advised for cats and which cat heartworm prevention treatments you should consider using for your precious feline friend. What is Heartworm Disease in Cats? Heartworm disease, or Dirofilariasis, is
A shy cat who was in a kennel for over a month just had her dream come true. She feels like a kitten again. Charlie the catSaltyAnimal Rescue A long-haired tabby cat was found as a stray and brought into an animal shelter, needing placement. Days turned into weeks, and the cat waited in her
Although she can tolerate thunderstorms and bad music, Olga isn’t fond of the vacuum cleaner and is not alone. Most cats seem terrified of it. However, over the years, she’s become less fearful of vacuuming and doesn’t hide like she used to. She still cowers under the coach when my neighbors set off fireworks, but
A cat and her five tried to stay warm atop an old car. Now, they get to cozy up under a Christmas tree with a tiny adopted kitten. Katrina, Rachel, little Mike, Donna, and Louis LoriWhite A few weeks ago, a cat and her litter of five were found living outside, fending for themselves for
A cat came upon a neighbor she could trust. A little while later, there were kittens outside her house. Jen Wood Earlier this year, a feral cat wandered into a neighbor’s yard, searching for a bite to eat. When the resident noticed the cat, she put out food and water, hoping to alleviate her hunger
Kittens spotted near a barn without a cat mother now have warmth and comfort away from the cold. Piruli and GalopinCOMRescueMontreal Members of the public found three little kittens near a barn and later discovered that their cat mother succumbed to the harsh realities of living outdoors. Micheline and Julie couldn’t leave the kittens to
A kind woman took a kitten in when others couldn’t. The young cat became her source of laughter and more. WallaceNikki at myfosterkittens Wallace, the kitten, was about four months old but had been in and out of places searching for a comfy home. His previous owners no longer wanted him due to his health