The ‘Rule of Three’ means that you can gauge the time it might take for your cat to fully acclimate to his home in threes: three days, three weeks, and three months.

Unlike human nails, cats’ claws are attached to the last bone in their toes. A comparison in human terms would be cutting off a person’s finger at the last joint of each finger.

Check out information below on alternatives to declawing.

Why is canned food better for cats?

One of the primary ways cats communicate is through body language.

To better equip yourself on reading your cats’ behavior, check out the link below

Introducing the New Cat

to the Resident Cat

How to integrate a cat and dog into the same household

Feline arthritis, more correctly termed degenerative joint disease (DJD), is very common in cats.

Once a diagnosis is made, your veterinarian will help you develop a treatment plan for your cat.

Feline diabetes, known as diabetes mellitus, has become an increasingly common condition in cats.

It often occurs in cats that are overweight and/or older

Understanding the underlying causes of owner-directed aggression in cats based on presentation of different types of aggression plays a crucial role in guiding effective treatment

Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV) can cause many types of illness as well as death in infected cats. These viruses do not infect humans or other animals.

Changes to the home environment for cats with muscle/joint pain or mobility problems: a guide for caregivers

Hospice care focuses on the quality of life of a cat who has an advanced and/or lifelimiting illness, and helps them live as comfortably as possible, instead of trying to cure them.

Palliative care focuses on relief from pain and other symptoms associated with an illness.

Here is some helpful information during a difficult time

Behavior changes in your cat are the primary indicator of pain. As the person who knows your cat best, you are an important member of their healthcare team and key in helping to detect the signs of pain as soon as possible.

What we feed our cats is very important, but so is how we feed them. How we feed our cats can affect them physically and emotionally

There are many medical conditions, including kidney and bladder problems, for which it would be beneficial to increase the amount of water that cats drink. This guide provides hints and tips to help caregivers find methods that work best for each individual cat.

How to deal with litter box issues

Loss of appetite can be a sign of an underlying illness or pain that needs veterinary attention.

Stress and a stay in the veterinary clinic can also result in your cat eating less. In every case, you will need to work with your veterinarian to ensure your cat receives the care and nutrition required to return to good health.

As li le as two pounds above your cat’s ideal weight can put it at risk for developing some serious medical conditions.

Tips on how to lower your cat’s weight if obese/over weight

Learn more about things in your house that are hazardous to your cat/kittens

Our cats can live longer, better lives than ever before. Understanding the changing needs is critical in helping your aging cat live a long, happy life.

You and your cat might speak different languages, but you can still communicate with each other.

Learn more by checking out the link below

Visits to the veterinary clinic are an important part of caring for your cat. However, putting your cat in a carrier and transporting them to and from the clinic can be stressful for you and your cat.

Fortunately, there are many ways to make the experience more pleasant for you both.

Information (including but not limited to) on coat lengths, coat colors, Coat Patterns, anad Markings

What your cat requires will change as they age. Cats’ lives are broken into four stages: kittens, young adults, mature adults, and seniors. Each stage requires special attention to certain health and behavioral areas.