We all love cats, but one of their more unpleasant habits is coughing up hairballs. Hairballs form as a result of cats being good groomers. They swallow fur, and usually, it just passes through their digestive tracts, but sometimes it will gather in the stomach. Once a hairball forms, the only way your cat can… Read More
Author: Michelle Kulas
Michelle Kulas grew up showing her parents' dogs in the confirmation and junior showmanship ring. She is now the proud pet-mom of a cranky cat named Peanut and a slightly neurotic rescue dog named Loki. She's been writing professionally for over 10 years.
There are times when it is safest and most convenient to keep your cat contained in some way. You might be outside, for example, where it’s not safe for her to roam. Or you might be having a worker in and out of your home and you’re afraid kitty will slip out the door. Another… Read More
Cats just might be the best pets ever, but like all pets, they occasionally wreak havoc on our carpets. If you have carpeting or area rugs, it’s a good idea to have a pet odor and stain carpet cleaner handy just in case your kitty has a hairball or an accident. We looked at dozens… Read More
Life is good when your cat is happily eating his food, at the proper weight, and generally healthy. But if your cat is underweight or has recently had surgery or a health issue that caused some weight loss, you might be understandably concerned. Since most cats weigh between 8 and 10 lbs, give or take… Read More
Storing dry cat food can be a challenge if you don’t have the right container. Left exposed to the air, cat food can get stale or, worse, attract insects or rodents, particularly if you keep it in a garage, basement, or another area where critters can get in. The best solution to this problem is… Read More
You love your precious fur baby, but let’s face it: She gets her hair everywhere. The good news is that cleaning up cat hair is no longer a matter of constantly sweeping or running a manual vacuum. Instead, you can invest in a robot vacuum that will keep your floors cat-hair-free with little to no… Read More
Your cat probably loves to spend his day alternating between snoozing, scratching, and playing. While many kitties love batting around everyday objects like milk jug caps and bread ties, having some interactive cat toys on hand can exercise your cat’s body and mind. As a bonus, if your cat tends to want to sit on… Read More
You know how much your favorite feline loves to snuggle up and get warm. In fact, you might regularly find Fluffy sitting on top of the radiator or clothes dryer trying to soak up some heat. Purchasing a heated cat bed can give your cat both the softness and the warmth that she craves. We’ve… Read More