Will Cats Share a Litter Box?

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Getting your cat to use a litter box is one of the most important aspects of house training a domesticated feline. But what happens when you have several cats? Will cats share a litter box or should they each have a dedicated space for doing their business? Here’s all you need to know. Will cats…

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What to Expect if Your Cat is in Heat

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As a female cat’s body prepares for mating and bearing kittens, it will encounter a range of physical changes. This is commonly known as having a cat in heat, and is a situation that every pet owner should be prepared for. When you are, the benefits will be felt by pets and owners alike. Our…

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What it Means When a Cat Excessively Grooms One Spot

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Are you wondering what it means when a cat is excessively grooming one spot? You are not alone. It is one of the most common concerns among cat owners. Cats love to clean themselves and domesticated felines can typically spend anywhere up to 50% of their waking hours grooming. However, excessive grooming in a localized…

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How Cats Became Domesticated

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As we approach 2023, virtually all cat owners will agree that cats are no longer just a part of the home dynamic. They virtually own it. But it wasn’t always that way. So, how did cats transform from wild animals to our lovable pets? Here’s a brief look at how cats became domesticated.  Cats were…

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What To Do If Your Indoor Cat Accidentally Gets Out

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Many cat owners choose to raise their feline indoors, where they remain safe and sound from the possible dangers of the great outdoors.  However, sometimes despite best efforts, curiosity will get the best of an indoor kitty and they may venture out without your permission when you’re not looking.  Cats are incredible escape artists given…

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What Your Cat’s Tail Movements Mean

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When it comes to understanding cats, there’s one thing above all else that you need to know: their tails are full of secrets. Believe it or not, a cat’s tail can tell you a lot about what they’re feeling and thinking. In this article, we’ll take a look at the different meanings behind each type…

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How to Help Your Indoor Kitty Get More Exercise

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Statistics reveal that approximately 59.5% of cats are obese, with indoor cats more likely to become overweight. Obesity can lead to diabetes, cancers, heart diseases, osteoarthritis, and hypertension in cats. That said, helping indoor cats get exercise helps reduce the risk of developing obesity. Here is some useful information on the matter.  Importance Of Exercise…

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Why Do Cats Purr?

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There has been a lot of research into a cat’s purr, and it has been found that they don’t just purr because they are happy little love bugs. There are, in fact, many other reasons why they make this sound. A cat’s purr sounds like a soft rumble and is their way of communicating, self-soothing,…

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