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.
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 …Read more »
Pet and parent bonding: training, toys, and treats for your cat
Learning the ropes
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
Your cat's health
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.
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.
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.
Green Paw Print Tip #7: Buy sustainable, durable products or get crafty!
Good old fashioned fun doesn’t have to harm our environment. Buy durable, long-lasting toys that your pet won’t tear up or shred in a matter of minutes. You can even find toys made of recycled materials and sustainable fibers, organic cotton or even recycled plastic bottles.
