While browsing through your local pet store, you may have noticed various kits that can be used to grow your own cat grass. But just what is cat grass, and more importantly, is it safe for your cat? By learning about benefits of cat grass, you can decide whether your own cat needs a little garden in

A newborn kitten cannot see, hear, walk or even crawl. It is one of the world's most helpless creatures during its first few days of life. The newborn kitten's entire world is the warmth of its mother's and litter mates' bodies, the taste of its mother's milk, and the feel of its mother's tongue cle

A true heart attack occurring in a cat is extremely rare. Often, veterinarians use the term "heart attack" to describe various other conditions such as heart disease, which may lead to sudden death or collapse. However, this does not mean that a heart attack is not a possibility, so...

Cats can have allergies and asthma. Allergy triggers are found in the home or backyard. Reducing exposure to allergens and treating their symptoms will help a cat lead a long, fun-filled life.

Cats make good pets, and their needs are few. Remember, your feline pet is part of your family, and should be treated as such. However, do not expect cats to...

Cats are meant to be wonderful and treasured members of the family. Many cats are enjoying long lifespans, into the teens, twenties, and even up to thirty years. Receiving good care, proper food and clean water, and regular veterinary checkups along with living indoors can add many years to the life

Be wary if your kitten is exhibiting signs of lethargy or listlessnesskitten image by AGphotographer from Fotolia.comWhen kittens have low blood sugar, they will exhibit signs of weakness, listlessness, and even have a risk of seizures. These signs indicate that the kitten has...

Spaying and neutering are surgical procedures which make your pet unable to reproduce. If you are unsure if spaying or neutering is right for your pet, knowing the benefits associated with the procedures can help you make an informed decision.

Like humans, cats can have strokes, but the symptoms and effects of feline strokes are quite different. Learning to recognize symptoms of feline stroke may one day help you save your cat's life.

Any pet lover can't turn away a kitten that needs help. Like any self-respecting human, I took the kitten to the vet for a check up. The visit went well (with some medications for cold was prescribed). The young feline recovered in no time. However after a while, there were some reddish circles

Cat Eye infection or Uveitis refers to an inflammation of certain inner pigmented structures of the cat's eye. Many of the infectious diseases in cats involve the eyes. Therefore, Uveitis is a fairly common disease seen in cats. Sometimes, eye injuries caused by fights or accidents can also giv

The great debate among pet lovers has long been, "Which makes the better pet: a dog or a cat?" There is, of course, no way to settle this matter definitively. Some folks prefer dogs and others like cats.

It is common for pet cats to occasionally lose their fur in patches on their bodies. It is important to determine the cause of the hair loss so you can try to fix the problem. Many times, cats will obsessively groom themselves, which can cause them to lose fur in spots. The cat may have an allergy t

Ever wonder why cats land on their feet? The answer might surprise you.

Are you just plain fed up with back and forth visits to the vet? Was your pet repeatedly prescribed with antibiotics and other pet bladder infection medications only for signs and symptoms to recur a week or two after? If your dog or cat is once again exhibiting classical urinary signs like strainin

While many cat breeds are popular among their aficionados, my favorite "breed," and that of many of my readers, is the so-called domestic cat, also known affectionately as moggie, alley-cat, house cat, or what is called in cat shows that include them, "household pet." You may sub

One advantage that dog owners have long had over cat owners is the ability to take their pets out for a walk on a leash.If you envy those dog owners and you would like to take your precious kitty for a walk outside, just follow these simple steps to train your cat to use a leash.

I don't know about you but I'll bet you care a lot about your cat. If you do, it's important that you watch closely for symptoms of a cat urination problem. Urinary problems in cats can become life-threatening if not treated in time, regardless of your cat's age.

Wordless Wednesday is sort of a social networking idea started by the Wordless Wednesday web site. Under the premise that 'a picture is worth a thousand words,' that's exactly what participants try to do. These are the archived photos of my own Wordless Wednesday offering.

According to research and experiments it has been revealed that there are almost two reasons of cats sneezing. Sometimes, a cat is affected by the inflamed membranes or by the foreign objects like different chemicals in the environment. Usually people think that this is a minor illness but sometimes