Lights, Camera, Action! How to Entertain Your Indoor Cat

Lights, Camera, Action! How to Entertain Your Indoor Cat

Cats can sometimes come off like they’re a little… unimpressed? Indeed, just try to capture your cat’s attention with a string or piece of yarn, only to be greeted with a ‘meh’. While your cat may temporarily convince you that your efforts are nothing short of miraculous, they’ll eventually yawn and simply strut away. In […]

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The Groove That Soothes: Music Therapy for Pets

The Groove That Soothes: Music Therapy for Pets

Music has long been known to affect our emotions. Whether we need energizing and happy sounds or soothing and relaxing ones, music has the power to change how we feel, emotionally and physically. This is also true for our cat and dog friends.  Pets with separation anxiety and phobia, as well as those with behavior […]

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Keeping Dogs Busy Isn’t Always Easy, But It Can Be Super Fun

Keeping Dogs Busy Isn’t Always Easy, But It Can Be Super Fun

Anyone who has ever had the privilege of living with dogs knows that they can be a little… much. They are so energetic, demanding of your time and attention, and sometimes their incorrigible antics leave you shaking your head. They can be dirty, smelly, and seemingly at odds with household rules, but you know what? […]

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Move Over, Rover: The Dynamic Between Cats and People Is Here to Stay

Move Over, Rover: The Dynamic Between Cats and People Is Here to Stay

For cat owners, few relationships surpass the comfort and affection shared between them and their feline friends. Indeed, a large percentage of cat owners would much rather stay at home with their furry buddies than spend time at family gatherings or public events.  That’s not to say the stereotype about “cat people” is entirely true […]

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The Definitive Guide to Using Essential Oils Around Pets

The Definitive Guide to Using Essential Oils Around Pets

There’s no question that plants impact our lives. Whether we eat them, grow them on windowsills, or offer them as gifts, plants and people are closely entwined. But unfortunately, plants and pets don’t always mix. This is true for the flowering plants in garden beds, or blooms that fill bouquets, but it’s equally important to […]

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Indoor Plants that are Non-toxic to Cats

Indoor Plants that are Non-toxic to Cats

Bringing a bit of nature into our man made world can be soothing, uplifting, and a beautiful reminder of the preciousness of life.  If you’re a pet owner (and we’ll bet you are if you’re reading this), you’ll need to select your next plant with care. Cats are especially notorious for sampling plants we have […]

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Understanding Feline Behavior: 4 Things You Do That Your Cat Dislikes 

Understanding Feline Behavior: 4 Things You Do That Your Cat Dislikes 

Whether you’re reflecting on relationships between people or animals, The Beatles may have said it best with their song “All You Need Is Love.”  It’s true that love plays a gigantic role in cat ownership, but a lasting connection must also include Aretha Franklin’s most famous song: “R-E-S-P-E-C-T”. You might think that you’re covering all […]

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If Your Cat Has Greasy Fur, It Could Be Time to Investigate

If Your Cat Has Greasy Fur, It Could Be Time to Investigate

Cats are adored worldwide for their eyes, whiskers, and cute little meows, and for their soft, silky, fur coats. Without a doubt, people love to touch and stroke a gleaming feline coat, but when a cat has greasy fur, it can be highly unattractive. Sure it could simply be the result of poor kitty hygiene, […]

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Pet Diabetes: How You Can Help Your Pet

Pet Diabetes: How You Can Help Your Pet

All pets have their own behavioral characteristics, but most of the time it’s easy to tell when something is wrong. Sure, many pets will hide signs of illness from even their closest people, but with pet diabetes, keep an eye out for excessive thirst, urination, and weight loss. Pet diabetes is one of the most […]

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Drawing a Line in the Sand: Solving Litter Box Problems

Drawing a Line in the Sand: Solving Litter Box Problems

Not all cat owners enjoy scooping out the litter box, but this daily chore sure beats cleaning up messes made outside the box! Beyond the associated frustration, it can be maddening to get to the bottom of litter box problems. Why does this behavior seem to pop up overnight, and what can be done to […]

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