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In the articles within this section you will find valuable information and insight into how to prepare for her needs. A blueprint if you will toward building a brighter and healthier future for you and your cat. Kitten care, Senior Care, learning what needs to be done, what warning signs you need to watch out for, it's all here.


 Please be a responsible pet owner and spay and neuter your cat. Bringing up kittens is not easy as many rescuers will attest to, and there are so many unwanted kittens in shelters and foster homes now. If you have the urge to have a kitten, please just adopt one... or maybe two!

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How To Remove Cat Urine

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
Written by Laurie Goldstein We regularly see recommendations for home-made formulas to clean cat urine stains here on the forums of TheCatSite.com. These formulas are widely circulated on the Internet, and typically include either vinegar or hydrogen peroxide and baking soda. Of course, many people unfamiliar with the problem of cleaning cat urine stains simply try to clean up cat pee as they would any other stain, only to find out later it didn’t work. In fact, using traditional household cleaners on cat urine actually “sets” the stain. This makes the stain even... read more

Litter Box Location Secrets

  • Last updated 1/16/12 by Anne
The litter box plays an important part in the life and happiness of your cat. Your cat is programmed to bury its waste, away from its main living area. Part of their survival strategy as small predators, they do this to prevent odors being traced back to their territory. This trait makes them a perfect pet for indoor living – as long as they do indeed use the litter box. As much as this is instinctive behavior, cat owners need to take the time to properly "configure" the litter box setup. This is the only way to ensure proper use of the litter box. With some cats,... read more

Building a Cat Enclosure

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
Written by Mary Anne Miller Living with feral cats is rewarding, challenging and at times difficult. Since most of the ferals and strays here at the house were brought here when they were older, they still possess a bit of the wandering bug. Keeping them as inside/outside cats worked for a few years (before progress caught up with this rural area). But now, with so many people moving here and roads being widened, the risks became too great. I wanted them to be able to be outdoors, but safety was paramount. After discussing the matter over with my husband, Mike, and... read more

Bathing Your Cat - A Battle of Wills?

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
Written by TheCatSite Many cat owners wince when they are faced with the prospect of bathing their cat. Past experience - or lurid second-hand tales from traumatized friends - often conjures up images of wet chaos with the blurred shape of a soaked cat climbing the walls (or, worse, your arms) with claws fully extended. As a result, most owners avoid bathing their cat altogether. In fact, cats can be accustomed to regular bathing - professional cat breeders often bathe their cats as part of the grooming regime. A continuous repetition of the procedure accustoms... read more

Harness and Leash Training for Cats

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
I recall the first time I noticed a cat being walked on a leash outdoors. Smiles all around, at seeing our neighbor with a leash at hand, and where you might expect a large fearsome canine: a busy little cat. The leash is where the resemblance to walking a dog ended. Actually, you can never really "walk a cat"; you walk alongside it, letting it explore the environment at its own feline pace. So, why dress Kitty up in a harness and get it outside to begin with? Should you even try to leash train your cat? Let's take a look at some of the pros and cons, and then try... read more

Combat Cat Urine

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
Written by Mary Anne Miller Cats can and do add pleasure to our lives. But oftentimes when they share our lives on a daily basis, they can grow ill. When a cat is sick, or stressed, the target organ for that stress is generally the bladder. That is when litter pan accidents result as cats find alternative places to urinate or defecate. If you are lucky, your cat will choose a smooth slick surface, like the bathtub, shower or sink to relieve herself. Cat urine in these places is a snap to clean up, because of the non-porous surface. A quick spray with a regular... read more

Cat Enclosures

  • Last updated 3/2/12 by Anne
The Indoors/Outdoors Dilemma The question of whether a house cat should be allowed outside bothers many cat owners. Many dangers lurk outside. Cars, dogs, hostile people and even other cats can pose a real threat for your cat. In some areas, other critters and even large predators are also a cause for concern. Another aspect to consider is the effect that your cat can have on local wildlife. Some cats are talented hunters and are able inflict serious damage on the population of birds and rodents. Purr...fect Fence Keeping your cat happy and safe...... read more

Declawing and Alternatives

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
Written by Heidi Bickel Should I Declaw My Cat? You should discuss with your veterinarian why you want to declaw your cat, what other methods you have tried to alleviate the problem behavior, or if there is a medical necessity to declaw, and the actual procedure of declawing. Once you have the facts about the procedure and the alternatives to it, you can decide if this is what you want for your cat and you. Scratching is not a behavior problem. It is a natural function of a cat, and it is important to the health of their toes and nails. Physiologically, cats... read more

Traveling with Cats

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
Written by Sally Smith The new job, the one you have been anxiously waiting for has finally come through! There's one drawback though, it's on the other side of the country and Fluffy hates to travel in a car. In order to get her in the car, you first have to get her in the carrier. Fluffy associates the carrier with the unpleasant experiences of going to the vet's office, being dropped at the groomers, or worst of all, being sent to a kennel while you enjoy a much-needed vacation. How do you break through that fear, take her stress level down and make the two of... read more

The Multi-Cat Household

  • Last updated 1/15/12 by Anne
The saying goes "one cat just leads to another". According to our latest survey, this holds true for the cat lovers visiting these pages. Apparently, over 70% of you have more than one cat and about 40% have three or more cats. Watching your cats interact with each other can be a lot of fun. Yet, if your cats do not get along, life can be miserable for the cats as well as for the owner. To provide the best conditions for a good relationship between cats there are three things you should do - Introduce the cats properly (see our article about introducing... read more
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