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Hi, what kind of litter are you using? I know it's what she's used to, but is it clay? Is it possible her declawed pads have become more sensitive with age? Maybe the litter is bothering her now. If you are using clay or anything else that's hard, you could try switching to something that is...

Hi, I recently rescued a cat who has been diagnosed with early stage kidney disease. I want to help him in whatever ways I can and am trying to go a holistic route. I've read in various places that the human version of a supplement called "Renafood" by Standard Process can be helpful. They make...

I have one big Wade's cat tree and I just got one little one, and I think they're the best. Very high quality and lots of fun. My cats love 'em and so do I. I got mine at a Cutter's Mill store in NJ... The website needs to have the "dealer locator" button fixed, as it doesn't seem to be...

Thanks for the information so far. I will look into the ivermectin. Has anyone used the Zymoxx? StephanieTX, in regards to Revolution originally the vet I went to did put a dose of Revolution on the stray cat (along with giving me some drops for her ears). It wasn't enough obviously, but the...

Ever since taking in a street cat about a year ago my cats have been having ear problems. The problem apparently is a triple threat of mites, bacteria and yeast. I'm most majorly focused on the mites because it seems like they're impossible to kill. I've tried all sorts of remedies, both natural...

About 8 months ago I took in a cat who was living outdoors. She had a bad mite infection. The vet gave me drops for her ears and also dosed her with Revolution. Still, the mites spread to all my cats, and now months and many different remedies later I am still dealing with this problem. One of...

Strays can be crazy, they just aren't used to being with people that much. It could also be partly because she isn't spayed. Have you taken her to a vet yet? I would do that first thing. After you've had some general stuff done like getting her spayed, deflead, dewormed, tested for FIV/FeLV, I...

Oh, dear, I've been using Swheat scoop and have never heard of this. But now I'm a little paranoid.... Maybe I'll go back to pine or walnut (though walnut is expensive). If/when I buy the wheat kind again I'll try to have a look at it before I use it.   I would try to get a refund if this...

Oh, wow. Poor Lulu. I wouldn't try to make her have any contact with your boyfriend, but maybe he could try putting some treats/food out for her (saying "Lulu, look what I've got", and then just leaving them there), bringing her a new toy, and just generally being really calm and nice toward her...

How old were they when you adopted them? Is it possible they were abused by a man (even though only Tia is reacting to your husband)? Or could there be a smell on your husband that your cat doesn't like? A couple things you could try are having your husband give the cats their food, give them...

I am not positive who did and didn't eat pieces of the clay sculpture, though I'm pretty sure one in particular did eat some of it. They all seem alright so far! I've never used clay litter with these cats and haven't really had clay around them before, so this hasn't happened before. I hope...

I did call the vet and the person I spoke to reccomended just keeping an eye on things for signs of trouble. So far they all seem to be doing ok. God willing it will stay that way. If I'd had any idea any of them would be interested in eating that clay figure, I never would have left it out...

Also you may be able to get some assistance or at least advice if you can find some rescue groups in your area to call. Try looking up "cat rescue  (your area)" and "animal rescue groups (your area)". Good luck, I hope you are able to work something out and he is feeling better soon!  

One of my cats appears to have eaten a small air dry clay figurine I made the other day. It had no paint on it and the package says "natural stone clay". I can't find the figure anywhere, but I found little bits and pieces of it. From what I've been able to find from searching the web, I need...

That's awesome! Please keep us updated.  

Allergic, in the other thread you said you were waiting to raise $300 to take the kitten to the vet. I wouldn't wait any longer, as it sounds urgent. It may not cost as much as $300, and it's really better not to wait with a situation like this. Will your parents help you? Can you try to look up...

To the original poster, oh my gosh, I'm so glad that you found him and that he's doing well. Did you notify the police and/or local SPCA that you found an animal taped in a box? Some people... well... Anyway what a great job you're doing with helping this kitty live a good life. To 'Allergic'...

I wouldn't give up on him yet. Sometimes it takes awhile for a fearful cat to become more friendly. Try giving him treats while he's under his hiding space, and seeing if you can play with him while he's there. Does he eat under there? You could try slowly moving the food bowl a little bit...

I'm sure you care about your cats, but if you can't or won't try what might be the necessary changes, and are resorting to things like shock mats, maybe rehoming is the best idea. You've got one thing in your favor which is that he's a pure bred of a fancy breed. A lot of people are interested...

Poor baby, he must have really gotten startled during that incident at the front door. A couple of ideas if you know where he's hiding, put down pee pads or towels and let him stay there but go over to him and just try to sooth him with your voice and treats. Tell him in a calm, pleasant way...