Cats come in many different shapes, sizes, and breeds, but many of their adorable features are commonly shared amongst all cats. One such feature that baffles many cat parents is the area around their eyes; for instance, do cats have eyebrows? Cats don’t have eyebrows as humans do, but they do have brow bones. This …
Bengal cats are, without a doubt, among the most attractive cat breeds. However, owners can still have many questions, such as how long do Bengal cats live or what is the life expectancy of a Bengal cat? A Bengal cat has a lifespan of 12 to 16 years. However, if you feed your Bengal the …
Bengal cats have become increasingly popular over time due to their leopard-like fur, which makes many potential cat owners wonder whether these cats make good pets? Bengal cats are considered intelligent, trainable, athletic, entertaining to watch and play with, loyal, and enjoy the water, all of which are desirable qualities in a family pet. They’re …
Are you ready to embark on a feline adventure that combines elegance, charm, and a touch of fiery allure? Look no further than the enchanting world of Flame Point Siamese cats (also known as Redpoint Siamese, Orange Siamese, FlameTip, or Firepoint Siamese ). With their stunning flame-colored coats and captivating blue eyes, these feline beauties …
Friction between cats and dogs is so common, people often assume it’s inevitable. In fact, cats and dogs can get along just fine with the right support. Most of the scuffles I see between dogs and cats aren’t down to aggression or ill-intent on the part of either animal, but rather a failure in communication. …
As a life-long cat owner (well, nearly — my family got their first cat when I was about a year old), I’m familiar with the wide range of vocalisations that a cat can produce. Someone who’s only recently started sharing their life with a cat might be a bit surprised when the cat starts to …
There’s a reason that “fighting like cat and dog” is a popular phrase. The two species are famous for not getting along, to the point where their antagonism has been turned into a proverb. This can be a big problem for a loving pet owner who just wants their pets to get along. There’s nothing …
Caring for multiple animals in the same home can mean preparing for all kinds of interactions, some of them highly surprising. It’s important to be ready to handle anything that might arise, from fights and friction to anxiety and fear. Fortunately, most multi-pet homes reach some kind of equilibrium, with animals getting along — or …
I used to really love incense. I burned a different fragrance every day as a teenager, filling my room with perfumed smoke. I found it delicious, calming my mind and helping me to relax. All that stopped in my 20s, when I discovered that my incense habit might be affecting my asthma. I switched to …
Vinegar has lots of uses around the home. I use it for descaling in my kitchen and bathroom; the acidic nature of vinegar means that it reacts with limescale to remove it (very effectively, I might add). It’s also great for de-scaling kettles, although you have to wash them out carefully afterwards unless you want …
“Don’t let cats eat human food” is a good rule of thumb, but it can be hard to prevent your cat from occasionally grabbing a food item from time to time. In some cases, this is a cause for concern, as a lot of our food really isn’t good for cats at all. Some foods, …
I’m not sure why my domestic shorthair is so fixated on syrup. I’ve owned cats with odd cravings before: there was the one who would beg for frozen peas, the one who absolutely loved plain yoghurt, and several who had to be forcibly dissuaded from trying to eat plastic grocery bags. My American Shorthair will …
It’s natural for your cat to be interested in whatever food you’re eating. Cats are colony-forming animals and in their feral state, they’d be looking to other cats for guidance as to which food sources were safe and tasty. If you, the human caregiver, are eating something, your cats will assume that it’s good for …
