by Kathy Reiffenstein | Dec 19, 2024 | Health
Vet visits may be one of the most traumatic events for your cat but there are some things you can do to make this essential activity as stress-free as possible. 1. Get kitty comfortable with his carrier several days before the vet visit. Put the carrier out in plain...
by Kathy Reiffenstein | Dec 3, 2024 | Holiday Tips
The holidays are upon us with all their excitement and chaos. Yet there are some potential pitfalls for your kitty in many holiday activities and traditions. Here are some tips to keep her safe and happy during the holiday season. Tree Decorations Shiny, sparkly tree...
by Kathy Reiffenstein | Nov 2, 2024 | Health, Pet Ownership
You probably have a set cleaning routine for your house, your clothes and your dishes. Cleaning these things likely happens once a day (dishes), once a week (clothes) and every two weeks or so (house). But how frequently do you clean kitty’s things – toys, beds,...
by Kathy Reiffenstein | Oct 7, 2024 | Health
When it’s time for a vet visit, corralling and managing a terrified, stressed cat is difficult for both you and the vet and the cat isn’t happy either. So if normally docile, happy Fluffy turns into a furry fighter there may be a solution. Enter Gabapentin. Gabapentin...
by Kathy Reiffenstein | Sep 15, 2024 | Behavior
A kitty who rubs its face against walls or furniture or rubs cheeks with its human is a familiar sight to many cat owners. While we may think this is a sign of affection or just one of those funny things cats do, it is much more complex than that. When kitty rubs...
