#elderly cats
Q: Okay, I know this is a stupid question, but can you tell me the best way to pet a cat? A: This is not a stupid question at all. It might seem like an absurdly easy question to answer, but I see people pet their cats the wrong way for decades. Every cat is different on physical interaction, and each should be treated as an individual. To learn how to bond with a kitten who isn’t interested in…
Q: My cat stopped using the litter box. What do I do? A: This is a problem I’m thoroughly familiar with, so this is going to be as detailed as possible because anyone who owns a cat, or is thinking of owning a cat, needs to learn how to think like a cat. Too many cats are euthanized every day in this country because people don’t want to take the time to work with the animal and gain a deeper…
We here at Little Cat Diaries want you and your pets to have a great holiday season. There are special hazards that the holidays bring, and some that are always present. It’s important to know them all. This video from Cole & Marmalade’s human, Chris, is a great one that touches most of the bases. Remember that some darn fools…
Q&A: What are the healthiest breeds of cat?
Q:What are the healthiest breeds of cats? I’ve heard some breeds inherently have more health problems than others. I do understand all breeds can develop problems also.
A: First, I want to be very upfront about the fact that I do not condone cat breeding. I don’t think most people who breed cats are bad people, but there are enough unethical and uneducated breeders, and so many cats waiting to…
It’s that time of year again! There are a lot of dangers for pets around holidays, and July 4th in the U.S. is one of the worst.
More pets go missing during the 4th of July than any other day of the year.
Make sure your pets are microchipped and wearing tags with up-to-date information. If your cat is indoor-only, it’s a good idea to get them a bright orange collar like this oneso that people…
Wacky Wednesday! If My Cat Were Bigger, Would He Kill Me?
Q: If my cat, who is a gentle house cat, suddenly became as big as a lion, would he kill me? A: That depends on a lot of factors like age, activity level, if he’s neutered, how he plays with you, his personality, and your bond. If he’s young, and very exuberant about play, and is serious about his aggression toward toys, then it’s a possibility. If he was taught (or not corrected—gently and…
