From an evolutionary perspective, cats are built for short, all-out sprints for chasing down their prey after quietly stalking close, and they don’t have the long-term endurance of, say, canines. In addition, cats don’t have sweat glands in their bodies … Continue reading →
Over the years, I’ve been party to many discussions on the topic of total transparency at the vet’s office. Do we tell our vet we raw-feed our beloved kitties and risk the censure that’s likely to result, as well as … Continue reading →
Like a handful of other animals – including birds, dogs and dinosaurs – cats actually walk on their toes. This is the primary reason declawing, which includes amputation of their toes up to the first knuckle, is so cruel. Generally, … Continue reading →
Today, the FDA published a video that’s a total must-see for every cat, dog, horse, bird… heck, if you own any flavor of pet, you should see this video. There are several points of interest to note. First – and … Continue reading →
Declawing is far more than just a removal of the cat’s nails. In fact, the last knuckle of a cat’s toes are amputated, severing bones, tendons and nerves. This is a cruel and painful practice, equivalent to cutting off your … Continue reading →
One of the most ubiquitous complaints about living with cats is the early morning, middle of the night breakfast demand. Most folks take these cheeky wake-up calls in stride, only mumbling about them to other cat lovers who can sympathize … Continue reading →
