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Featured Feline Posts
Cats & Plant Dangers
Know which plants are cat friendly and which ones can kill...
We love to brighten our homes and gardens with plants, but as a cat owner, not everything is going to be safe for your curious feline friend. In fact, there are many hazards out there in the plant world when it comes to cats, so knowing which common plants to avoid can make all the difference in the world. Whether you love gardening, collecting indoor or outdoor plants, it’s important to be sure that the plants you choose are cat friendly ones...
Caring For Your Aging Cat
What you can do to help your cats live their Best lives!
Check out our latest read on how to care for your aging cat and things you can do to keep them happy and healthy in their golden years! Cats are living longer now thanks to veterinary knowledge, technology and advancements, so it's important to be aware of changes and know what to watch for as the years go on. We have some great tips for you here!
Strengthening Your Bond
8 tips to help bond and connect with your cat!
Developing a realtionship with your cat can be rewarding! If you're looking to strengthen the bond between you and your cat, there are some things you can do to help things along. We've put together 8 tips to help you deepen the connection between you and furry feline friend!
Thinking of Adopting a Cat?
A first-timers guide for adopting a feline friend
The Kurious Kat is excited to bring you this valuable and informative piece on how to prepare for adopting your first furry feline, by our friends at www.OurBestFriends.pet!
If you're a first time cat adopter, you'll definitely want to review this article to help you best prepare and make the adoption process goes as smoothly as possible...
Cats and Their Sleeping Habits
Ever wonder why your cat seems to sleep so much
Does it seem like your cat is always sleeping? You may be surprised to know that a cat sleeps for nearly two thirds of his life... So if your cat is 9 years old, he's only been awake for 3 of those years! It all goes back to your furry felines ancestors, the African Wildcat, and how they survived for so many years without us taking care of them.
The Cat's Meow...
What is your cat trying to tell you?
Cats are curious creatures. What they do, how they do it, and why they do it can be puzzling. Wouldn't it be nice if we could ask them and get the answers? While we may not be able to speak cat, we can learn a little more about the sounds they make and how to better understand what they're trying to tell us...
What's in the Box?
How to get it right
When it comes to cats, one of the most important things to consider is the litter box! The litter box can make or break it when it comes to living happily with your furry feline. We've put together some need to know basics when it comes to choosing the box, placement, when to scoop and more. Here's your guide to a happy cat...
More About Cats!
Why Do Cats Purr?
And what does it mean?
Most of us believe that when our cat is purring, they're happy, calm and content. A purring cat, even to us humans, can be a very soothing and relaxing sound, but what is the purr really, and what does it mean? The purr is being studied more and more, and while there's still no definitive answer, what has been learned might surprise you!
Are Cats Really Domesticated?
Let's check the facts...
This is a question many people have been asking for some time. While we like to think we did the domesticating, those who know cats may say it's the other way around. Either way, our path with what we now call the domestic cat crossed in the fertile crescent area of Africa approximately 12,000 years ago, ad this is the story...
The History of Cats
The Story Behind our Feline Friends
Anyone who's had or currently has a cat in their life knows how magical they truly are. In fact, most cat people understand and would say that you don't really own a cat... But how did they come to be our housemates in the first place? Here we explore the history of how our lives crossed with the cat!
Successful Introductions
Bringing a new cat home
If you're bringing a new cat into your resident cats' life and want to set them up for a successful friendship and happy life together, here are some things you need to know! ITo make the introduction go smoothly with cats, it's very important to introduce them the right way. It takes some time, but well worth it when it's done!
Top 5 Cat Questions,
Answered!
Cats are magical little creatures for sure, but with magic comes mystery, too, and our cats are certainly full of that! Have you ever wondered what the most asked cat questions are? Maybe you've asked one. We've scoured the web to find some of the most frequently pondered questions people have asked about cats...
Adopting A New Cat?
What you need to know
Adopting a cat is exciting, but can sometimes be a little confusing and overwhelming. Here are a few things to help make the adoption a bit easier and less stressful for both you and your new addition! Where to adopt, what to consider before adopting, what you'll need before hand and how to welcome your new furbaby home!
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