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Feline furloughs with friends: the purrfect place to stay while you’re away
Day or night, we're there for your cat You're not the only one who gets vacations. For those times when you need to be away from your friend, PetSmart PetsHotel® offers two great options: Cat Day Care or an overnight stay. A night away: PetSmart PetsHotel PetSmart PetsHotel is your dream come true. It’s a home away from home where you can …Read more »
Purrfectly healthy and happy: the importance of grooming and veterinary care for your cat
Beauty is more than fur deep Grooming goes far beyond a great hairdo, it's essential for your cat's health. Bathing, brushing her teeth and keeping her coat clean and mat-free help prevent health issues and detect problems, like gum disease or parasites, that might otherwise go unnoticed. Cats are naturally designed to conceal signs of sickness in the wild. In the …Read more »
Pet and parent bonding: training, toys, and treats for your cat
Learning the ropes Imagine you just became the newest member of an established family in a foreign country. You don’t speak the language or know how to act. This is how it is for your new cat. She really wants to know what to do, or not do, so she can get past the formalities and down to the important business …Read more »
A new domain to reign: making your new cat feel at home
Your new cat is counting on you to provide the right nutrition, socialization, healthcare and grooming. Help her with the transition to her new home with these tips from PetSmart experts: How to introduce her to the family The first day your bring home your new pet is special, so make sure you set some time aside to create a calm, happy …Read more »
Your cat's health
Preventive Care Good preventive care begins with careful attention to the basics: Nutrition A healthy diet that provides proper levels of energy and nutrients is the foundation for well-being and disease prevention. Your cat needs a protein-rich food with the highest quality amino acids, such as those found in most premium Pet foods. Your Pet also needs "life cycle feeding," which means a different …Read more »
Whet your cat’s appetite with wet food
The term “canned cat food” is all wet: thanks to new flavors, additions and recipes, many manufacturers now prefer the phrase “wet cat food.” Which of the new products are best for your pet? Canned or bagged, wet or dry: These are basic choices you must face when perusing the pet food aisle of your favorite store. “Wet” products have undergone …Read more »
Litter basics for the new cat owner
Cats are picky about cleanliness, location, and type of litter. Remember this, or your cat may choose to do her business in another spot in your house. To avoid cat litter box issues, below is some easy-to-follow litter box advice. Choosing a litter box A full-size, easy-to-clean, plastic litter box is available at your pet store. Picking a location Choose a quiet, easily accessible …Read more »
Cat grooming: how to select a cat brush
Ever wonder how to make sense of all the various kinds of cat brushes and combs out there? Here are some tips: If your kitty's fur is regularly brushed and free of any tangles or mats, a fine/medium combination comb will work nicely. A rubber brush can be used on a shorthaired cat, which, as a bonus, will polish his coat at …Read more »
Green Paw Print Tip #4: Don't Shop - Adopt!
Looking to add a four-legged friend to the family? Adopt from a shelter, humane society or rescue group and give a pet that's already out there and in need of a forever home a healthy, happy life. Check out our Online Adoption Center to find your perfect match. Likewise, do your part in reducing pet overpopulation by spaying or neutering your pet. In …Read more »
Feeding your kitten
When it comes to nutrition, kittens are a lot like children -- they need a balanced diet to grow. Find out what brand of food your kitten was eating before you adopted it, and continue feeding it this food if possible. If you want to switch brands, do so gradually. Begin by mixing a little bit of the new food …Read more »
