Many people wonder why cats have whiskers.Unlike humans, a cat does not have to trim them. When a cat eats or drinks, they may get wet or have food left on them. So why have them?......[Read More]

Cutest Cat Contestant Riley. Is your cat the cutest cat in the world? About.com is pleased to announce the Cutest Cat Picture Contest. Please read the rules carefully, then submit your Cutest Cat photo by following these Guidelines. ......[Read More]

If you suspect that your cat has a urinary tract infection, you should take it to a veterinarian as soon as possible. There are illnesses similar to a UTI that can be immediately life-threatening to a feline. An untreated UTI can also spread to the cat's kidneys, causing serious problems or other co......[Read More]

October has almost always been known as Black Cat Month, and our photo calendar would not be complete without photos of sleek black cats. Here are photos of October cats submitted by About Cats readers for your pleasure. Enjoy the Black Cats Picture Gallery. ......[Read More]

Watching cats deliver their kittens is an exciting window into the cycle of life. Most birthing cats, called queens, quickly and easily adjust to their motherly duties, including nursing their kittens. Generally, kittens will effectively nurse if they have access to their mother and if the queen has......[Read More]

Kitten training is very simple when it comes to the use of the litter box. Even newborn kittens are instinctually driven to bury their feces, so very little effort will be necessary on your part. If the mother cat is available, you will need to do even less, because she will show them where the litt......[Read More]

Stray cats can be skittish around people they don't know and can be uncomfortable, even frightened, in unfamiliar surroundings. If a stray cat visits your yard, you can earn its trust, but it will take time, patience and a gentle approach. It doesn't happen in one day. It can take a few months or lo......[Read More]

Diarrhea is not only unpleasant for you and your cat, it could also be life-threatening if left untreated. Whether your cat suffers from occasional loose stools or has a serious underlying illness, you should always notify your veterinarian about the condition as soon as you can. Dehydration can set......[Read More]

You may not associate training an animal to 'come' with a cat. However, there are a number of instances when it is helpful for an owner to do this. For example, if you need to get your cat indoors for the evening, crate him/her for a trip to the vet or you want to ensure that you can prote......[Read More]

Even cats with advanced cases of FIV can live comparatively normal lives with aggressive treatments of homeopathic means, such as Interferon, vitamins, anti-oxidants, Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, and careful monitoring of additional associated problems.......[Read More]

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Review of the cats desk calendar 365 Cats by Workman Publishing. ......[Read More]

Although December marks the start of Winter, January epitomizes that season with snow, sleet, and ice. The color of the month for January is silver and solid blue cats, reflecting the colors of icicles hanging from the roof, frozen ponds, and the cool blue color of the sky. Enjoy these reader-submit......[Read More]

Cats get hair balls. And cats vomit up hair balls. This is a perfectly normal and healthy process. However, there are times when this is not normal or healthy. When this is showing you there is an underlying problem. One which, when known about, can easily be fixed.......[Read More]

As much as you love your cats, you probably don't love the cat litter box.Here are some ways to hide, or camouflage, it so guests won't even know you have a cat!......[Read More]

You adopted a new cat from the local humane society and are looking for a way to really make it feel at home. There is a pretty easy way to do this and along with giving her all your love, all you need to do is purchase some nice cat furniture and have it in place by the time you bring her into your......[Read More]

The last thing a loving cat owner wants to do it to treat cat pain with a pain killer the works for people, but can kill a cat. Here are tips for recognizing you cat's pain and what to do to help reduce the pain--without killing your cat.......[Read More]

Cats use their claws for various purposes.The claws are important to cats, as they are an essential part of balancing.If you've ever noticed a cat jumping and latching on to a high object, you've probably noticed that he uses his claws to pull himself up.When climbing trees, cats tend to u......[Read More]

Review of the Clicker Training for Cats Fun Kit, which consists of the book, Clicker Training for Cats, by Karen Pryor, a clicker, and a sample of liver treats.......[Read More]

Cat incontinence is a common problem in cats. It has multiple underlying causes including urinary tract infection. We recommend seeing your veterinarian the first time to ensure that there isn't a serious problem present. After that, by making some simple changes to how your care for your cat, ......[Read More]