Lost Pets: A Guide To Prevention & Rescue Animal companions have been a meaningful part of human existence since prehistory and this fact still endures in contemporary times. Losing a beloved domestic animal can be a devastating expevrience for every pet owner. But if there is one thing more troubling than the death of their … Read more
It seems like a simple question, but knowing how much to feed your cat doesn’t have an easy answer. Most cats will need to eat 1½ to 3 large cans of cat food or ½ cup to 1½ cups of dry food per day. Where your cat falls within these wide ranges depends on several … Read more
If you’re a cat lover, what would be your reaction to seeing a stray kitty? You would want to entice it with food and treats, which is understandable, given the cuteness of these furry critters. Nonetheless, don’t jump straight to feeding. Did you know that in some areas it is illegal to feed strays? Yes! … Read more
According to the world’s largest cat registry, The International Cat Association (TICA), 58 standardized breeds are currently recognized. Many of the existing breeds are genetic mutations, crossbreeds, and crossed hybrids of other breeds. Maine Coon cats are a type of American Longhair which have a very distinctive body style and are easy to identify if one … Read more
As a pet owner, it is all-natural to get worried sick when your paw friend refuses to eat. Who would not worry, right? Half of the time, they are just being finicky eaters and just needs a bit of variation in the menu. Another half of the time, there may already be an underlying cause … Read more
Cats are very expressive animals, so you’d know if there’s anything wrong with them. You’d immediately notice if they have changes in their eating habits. There are instances though, that cats can be their usual selves like there’s no problem at all so owners need to be vigilant in checking in on them from time … Read more
People often believe that cats and plants are incompatible in one home – and often for the right reasons. While most breeds of cats are likely to maul your fragile botanical collections, a certain type of plants are known to be among the household items poisonous to cats at close contact. The American Society for … Read more
In 2018, roughly 95.6 million cats already have a home among people living in the United States. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 31% of domestic cats are acquired from animal shelters while roughly 27% were directly saved from the streets. Each time people close their doors to a homeless cat, the little … Read more
For most cats, if you compare wet food vs dry food, wet food is the better choice. Here’s why: In order to determine what is best for cats, it is worth taking a look into their past. According to the book “Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats” by the National Research Council, when cats rely … Read more
While a great deal of effort has been made to promote higher standards for commercial air transport, airlines still grapple with attaining acceptable levels of safety when transporting animals. In 2017 alone, there are around 24 confirmed pet deaths transported by US-based airlines. That being said, every doting pet owner wants to bring their beloved … Read more