Cat Care

Just adopted a kitten? Or share your home with adult cats? Or, do you care for a community cat colony in your neighborhood? No matter… Read More »Are You Winning the War on Fleas?

Blue Bell Foundation for Cats The Blue Bell Foundation for Cats nestles on the green hillside on the winding Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach, California.… Read More »Sactuaries for Seniors

Many of America’s cats may be suffering during the pandemic – and the problem could be too much love. “It’s all about stress behavior in… Read More »Is Your Cat Stressed?

If you wake up one morning and notice that one of your cat’s eyes looks a little odd, you might wonder if it’s something that… Read More »What Causes Watery Cat Eyes and Do You Need to Visit a Vet?

For many longtime cat guardians, amoxicillin for cats may not be a mystery. It is an antibiotic drug, in the penicillin family, used to prohibit… Read More »Amoxicillin for Cats: Dosages, Side Effects and More

You’ve probably seen cats who are clearly supposed to be black, but instead their fur is a reddish-brown color. Perhaps you’ve seen cats with dark… Read More »Cat Colors: 4 Reasons Your Cat’s Fur Changes Over Time

Roses are red, violets are blue, you love your sweetheart but want to keep your cat safe, too. Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or… Read More »What Flowers are Dangerous to Cats?

Cats are obligate carnivores, which means they must eat meat; their bodies simply require it. (On the other hand, dogs are considered scavenging carnivores, which… Read More »Can Cats Eat Bacon? Get the Facts

Cute little cat noses — who doesn’t love ‘em? Nothing can feel sweeter than a kitty rubbing his face against you, nose first. Like humans,… Read More »Is a Wet Cat Nose Normal — Or a Cause for Concern?

Some of the most profoundly heartbreaking moments of my cat-caretaking life revolve around being unable to tell how much pain my beloved friends were suffering.… Read More »Have a Sick Cat? 9 Ways to Tell if Your Cat Is In Pain

Have you ever thought, “Why is my cat always hungry?” You’re not alone. As a cat guardian, you know that a cat who won’t eat… Read More »Why Is My Cat Always Hungry? 5 Reasons

The beauty of the Thanksgiving holiday is reflected in the happy faces of family and friends gathered together — felines included. But, not all Turkey Day… Read More »5 Tips for Having a Safe Thanksgiving With Cats

Scooting, which is the polite term for a pet dragging his butt along the ground, is seen more often in dogs, but cat scooting happens… Read More »Cat Scooting — Why It Happens and What to Do

There is a place and a function for everything. While litter boxes function as feline restrooms, sofas and beds are supposed to be for relaxing,… Read More »Is Your Cat Peeing on the Bed or Couch? Here’s Why

“A novel must be exceptionally good to live as long as the average cat.” This aphorism is widely attributed to Philip Stanhope, the Fourth Earl… Read More »How Long Do Cats Live? Facts About the Average Cat Lifespan

I know more than I ever wanted to learn about cats and their bowel movements, thanks to my 8 ½-year-old red tabby, Jack. Since we… Read More »Cat Poop — When to Worry (or Not!) for Cats of All Ages

As a cat-adoption counselor for a shelter, I often get potential adopters who see a kitty’s blue eyes and ask — especially if the cat… Read More »4 Things to Know About Cats With Blue Eyes

Every spring, Mother Nature reveals her regenerative power — and the remarkable fecundity of cats, in the form of millions of newborn kittens. Feral cats… Read More »What Is Fading Kitten Syndrome and Why Do So Many Foster Kittens Die From It?

Look into your cat’s eyes. What color are they? The vast majority of adult cat eye colors exist on a spectrum ranging from green, gold… Read More »When Do Kittens’ Eyes Change Color?

You’ve probably heard the saying, “Grab them by the scruff of the neck!” While it’s an antiquated quip, there are still some folks who believe… Read More »Scruffing a Cat — Why You Shouldn’t Do It and How to Restrain a Cat the Right Way

Summer is the time to relax and slow down, a time to seek relief from searing temperatures. Cats are geniuses for finding the coolest spots… Read More »How to Keep Your Cat Active and Cool During the Summer

Throughout the long and hard winter, summer is the one thing on our minds. I can’t wait to feel the sun on my skin —… Read More »4 Summer Dangers for Cats

Millet is a type of hardy, nutritious grass seed that has been cultivated by humans for thousands of years. It is highly adaptable, with a wealth… Read More »Scabs on Cats? What Causes Them and How to Treat Them

Did you know that cats have not one, not two, but three eyelids? The first two eyelids are similar to ours — one on the… Read More »What Is Your Cat’s Third Eyelid? And What Should You Do If Your Cat’s Third Eyelid Is Showing?

One of my cats, Gabby, will sometimes make a coughing, wheezing sound, almost like he’s about to cough up a hairball or do the infamous… Read More »Cat Wheezing: What Is It, Why Does It Happen and Should You See a Vet?

This first time I noticed that my calico cat Merritt’s nose seemed pinker than usual, I thought I was imagining it. But when it happened… Read More »Why Does My Cat’s Nose Change Color?

Kitten season is in full swing across the country. Although kittens can be born throughout the year, the majority of litters are born in the… Read More »When Do Kittens Open Their Eyes?