What Mite Help?
What Mite Help?
My kitty's an ear mite magnet. It seems like I'm always putting ear mite drops into poor Sheba's ears, but I worry about too much medicine. Are there any natural remedies for ear mites that work? - B.G., Wauna, Washington
If your cat has dirt in her ears that looks like coffee grounds and she's shaking her …Read more »
Cats and Stress
Because of their sensitive nature, cats can sometimes get stressed out and display stress-related behaviors.
Some of the most common causes of cat stress are: changes in the immediate environment, introduction of a new pet into the family, sudden loud noises, unfamiliar smells or the absence of certain family members.
Some signs of stress include: hiding, unusual fearfulness or aggression, …Read more »
A Shot in Time - Cat Vaccination Recommendations
One of the easiest and most effective ways of preventing your cat from getting sick is by making sure she gets all her vaccinations on a regular basis. Kittens need vaccinations every two to four weeks until they are at least 14 weeks of age. Most vets follow the schedules given below, although there may be some variation from state …Read more »
The Case for Cat Grooming
Cats clean themselves. They spend a lot of time licking and cleaning themselves, so why should you groom them?
Grooming accomplishes much more than just making your cat's coat look nice and shiny. It also stimulates circulation, removes loose hair and helps prevent matting.
Preventing Flea Infestation in Cats
All cat Pet Parents will need to combat fleas at one time or another. Even very clean, pampered, indoor-only cats sometimes get fleas. But there are ways to combat them, and prevent infestations from recurring.
The Life Cycle of a Flea
How Diet Affects Urinary Tract Health
Feline Urologic Syndrome (FUS) and Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)
FUS/FLUTD is the term used to describe a group of clinical signs associated with urinary tract problems that occur in cats.
Symptoms may include:
Hairballs and your cat
Chances are if you've had cats, they've had hairballs. The telltale yellowish "yack" spots on the carpet, the mysterious hacking noise in the middle of the night, yes my friends; you're in hairball country. As much as you don't like crawling under the bed to clean up these presents, imagine how much your cat hates to throw them up. (Anyone …Read more »
Giving Your Cat a Bath
Cats can groom themselves, so they don't need to be washed as often as dogs. However, you may have to wash your cat from time to time. You may have to give your cat a flea bath, for example. Longhaired cats need to be bathed periodically to keep their hair from tangling and matting.
Washing a cat isn't easy. With …Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions About Premium Cat Food
What are the benefits of Advanced Nutrition Foods?
Advanced Nutrition Foods are more digestive because they use higher quality proteins -- that means your pet gets more nutrients in every ounce of food. It also means you feed less, so there is around 20% less stool. Because you feed less, it only costs about 10-15 cents more per day …Read more »
The right food for your cat's life stage and specific health needs
Life stages refer to the various developmental stages of a pet's life. For cats, we classify the stages into kitten, adult and senior. During these stages, some cats may require a lower calorie diet for inactive or overweight cats, a hairball diet for longhaired cats or a diet designed to affect the cat's urinary tract. It's extremely important to ensure …Read more »
