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My cat has been rubbing his head on all kinds of furniture - almost like he's scratching an itch - but it seems constant and on both sides of his head. Is this a symptom of ear mites? or some other health problem? Any information would be really appreciated.

What kind of harnesses do you use? the ones shaped like an H, or like an 8?

Why are dog collars getter than cat collars for outdoors? Because cat collars open up if they get stuck?

Hi - This is my first summer with my cats, who are almost 1 year old. I am wondering how often to leave the air conditioning on all day for them when I am gone. I want to take care of them well, and also need to be careful not to run up a huge ac bill. I live in the Midwest where it can be...

Maybe bring a small rug or a piece of clothing that has been in the NEW house to the kitties in the old house before the move so they can get used to the smell of the new place? And it makes sense to keep them in a closed room away from all the moving commotion when you arrive in the new...

Thanks for everyone's replies! Jessica/Badhabit- What is a two-piece harness? The rope idea is good, but I need to figure out where to tie it... Thanks.

Hi - I'd REALLY like for my cats to be able to go out, but I live in a city near traffic. I'm afraid of them getting out of their harnesses! Has your cat ever gotten out of its harness? I'm really curious to hear... I have the "Size-Right" kind from Petsmart, made of nylon webbing (3/4 inch...

I called my vet to fond out if I can bring them in for clipping claws. But I'm concerned they don't have any special tricks and it will be the same traumatic experience but in the vet's office, after a car ride, with strangers! I wonder if they do anything different?

Are there any traeas that she REALLY loves? My cats will come out from hiding places indoors if they smell their treats (not regular food though). What kind of window did she get out of? Did it have a screen? (I'm asking for myself, too - I have screened windows). GOOD LUCK in helping her...

Do you know the best kind of harness to buy? I bought one that was recommended at a pet shop and is adjustable, but once while I was getting my cats used to it indoors, one of them managed to squirm out of it. It was the first time I put it on, so it could be that it wasn't adjusted close enough...

Whatever you do, do NOT cut the nails too close...make sure you stay a good distance away from the pink part. If you cat too close and hurt her, she may never let you cur her nails ever again...! I agree that trying to do it when thyr're sleeping is good. But one of my cats got hurt when I was...

My brother has a dog and we want to introduce him to my two cats. He is a big dog, but really sweet (and he is a dog!) What is the best way to do this? If they play together, I am concerned the cats may hurt him with their claws, or he may bite them, etc. But we want the cousins to meet each...

Mine also shred the toilet paper. I have a TP roll holder that is mounted up high - next to the toilet, but up way too high for them to reach. This seems to work well.

I don't want to spend too much money, but am open to suggestions of ones that have worked for you. Thanks!

I got a really GREAT scratching post made by the Felix Company in Seattle. I put it right next to the couch and encourage them to use it instead. They like it better, so it works. I also got another corrugated cardboard scratching thing that I put in another spot. I put catnip on both of...