Paw & Tail
by PrettyLitter
Tips and tricks for healthy cats and happy companions
Paw & Tail
by PrettyLitter
Tips and tricks for healthy cats and happy companions
PrettyLitter Blog
Have you ever walked in on your cats rolling in the litter box? Good news: You’re not alone. Cat parents all around the world have caught themselves wondering, “Why do cats roll in litter?” For many parents, that question remains unanswered.
- 3 min read
Your cat is no doubt the perfect pet in your eyes, but there are certain things you need to deal with as a cat owner that may not be so perfect. From your cat scratching up your belongings to needing toclean a smellylitter box, there are somecommon cat problems that are just part of being a cat owner.
People aren't the only ones who experience annoying allergies. Our feline friends can also be allergic to things in their environment like food, fabrics, and cigarette smoke. They can even be allergic to cat litter.
- 4 min read
Pet parents ask us this question all the time: what is the best cat food to feed my fur baby?
And we get it. You do so much to care for your little one and balanced cat diets are one of the biggest factors of all that affects your cat's health.
- 4 min read
If you think that polydipsia might translate to "multiple dips" you’d be pretty much correct – as in multiple dips from the water dish. This dipsy sounding word refers to constant or excessive drinking as a result of thirst, which may indicate an underlying health condition.
- 4 min read
What scents are safe for cats? Are essential oils harmful to cats? Read on to learn what's up with essential oils, plus non-toxic oil options to use at home.
- 5 min read
Ready to break out your Christmas home decor with fur babies in the house? Here’s how to keep your kitty safe from all the hazards during the holiday season.
- 5 min read
When you first learn that high blood pressure in cats is indeed a thing, your imagination may lead you to think of your beloved cat sitting in a vet's waiting room with that dreaded velcro cuff strapped around his hind leg. Truth be told, your imagination isn't that far off. High blood pressure in cats is relatively common among older cats, but with proper screening, it can be easily detected and treated.
- 4 min read
It's sad to picture your adorable kitten becoming an old, gray-haired cat one day but as a cat parent, you know the day will come. As our beloved fur-babies get older, their risks of getting an age-related disease or health condition heighten. Cat dementia (also known as feline cognitive dysfunction) is a disease to look out for as your fur-baby gets older.
With cute snoring and a squishy little nose, flat-faced cats are undeniably adorable. These cats are also undeniably paw-pular. Whether you've got one at home, on your birthday wish list, or on your Instagram feed, these squishy cat faces are everywhere. Since flat-faced felines are becoming more popular as pets, here are some health factors to consider if you're thinking about bringing one home.
- 3 min read
It's easy to overlook routine preventative care – we're all guilty of forgetting to book our own doctors' appointments, let alone Fluffy's. Cat vomiting, changes in behavior, and loss of appetite are just a few irregularities to keep in mind when visiting the vet. Let's break down cat wellness visits, what they are, and when to take your cat in for hers.
Cat whiskers are an important sensory organ. Read on to explore what they do and how to treat them.
- 3 min read
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