The Cat Life

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. Here are some need to know's when it comes to choosing the right box, placement, when to scoop and more. Your guide to a happy cat-human relationship...

We love to brighten our homes and gardens with plants, but as a cat owner, not all plants are safe for your curious feline friend. In fact, some are down-right dangerous and can be toxic, or even deadly, when it comes to cats. Know which plants are safe for your cat and which plants can be hazardous to your cat's health.

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 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!

Should your cat be a strictly indoor cat, or should you allow for outside time to play.  Is it ok for a cat to be inside all the time? Is it healthier, safer, better for the cat?  Or do they inherently need time outside to do cat things? Not everyone has the same opinion, but here are some pros and cons to consider for both...

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!

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...

Developing a relationship with your cat can be rewarding! If you're looking to strengthen the bond between you and your cat, or create one with a newly adopted furry, we have some suggestions on how to successfully connect with your cat.  A close bond shared between you and your cat is something truly special.

Cats are curious little 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...

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! 

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!

Would it surprise you to know that cats sleep 2/3rds of their lives? Cats are legendary sleepers. Curling up in sunny spots, snoozing in boxes, or even dozing mid-stretch. But their sleep patterns aren't about laziness, it's hardwired into them and rooted in their biology, behavior and the activity of their natural prey.