Adopting a cat means giving a new life and new opportunities for comfort, health, and happiness to a feline in need. Some kitties who are up for adoptions have such sad, challenged histories, and yet every feline friend is just waiting for that day when they get to settle into a loving forever home. All a homeless cat really needs is another chance at life. Thankfully, there are many cat rescue organizations around the country that are doing whatever it takes to save the lives of our feline friends.

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.

While pet dander is unavoidable if you've got animals in your home, learning about how allergies are caused can help you figure out what you can do to minimize your symptoms. Here's what you should know about pet dander, the causes of cat allergies, and how to deal with them.

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.

In 2019, cats and dogs living together isn't taboo like it used to be. In old cartoons, they were each other's worst enemy, but nowadays they can be the best of friends. Like brother and sister, pet siblings may have days when they're the best of friends, and other days when they seem like rivals. What do you do if your feline friend sees your other precious pets as prey (or competition for attention) rather than siblings? What if your dog is bothering your cat? Here are a few solutions, including kitty-proof enclosures for your small critters and getting your little ones involved.

Every cat mom and dad knows that keeping your home - especially your floors - squeaky clean with a fur baby around isn’t the simplest task. You love them, but they wreak havoc on those hardwoods. The kicker is that the products you’re using to clean those icky floors may not be safe for your little one. It’s important to know when choosing the products to clean your home what’s okay and not okay for your kitty to be around.

One of the cutest characteristics of our cuddly kitties is the unique language they speak. Whether it's a brush of the leg in the purr-fect greeting or a "back off" groan, cat noises have many translations.

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.

If you've ever been a witness to your fur baby using your kitchen faucet as her own personal cat water fountain, you're not alone. While you may have thought your kitty was an odd ball for lapping up water from the spout, this oddity has been reported by other cat parents.

For many, the first day of school can be exciting, for others it can be nerve-wracking. If only your kiddos could take their best feline friend to school with them. Since you can't pack your fur baby in your kid's backpack, send your little human back to school with this printer-friendly list of cat facts for kids.

Summer break's the purr-fect time to lounge by the pool, turn off the alarm, and reset from the hectic schedule of the school year. And, while these long, hot days seem never-ending, back-to-school is right around the corner. Thankfully, incredible teachers are getting ready to once again fill young brains with cat facts (ahem, knowledge).

During the summer months, pet parents need to be extra attentive to their outdoor cat. Even if she normally loves basking in the sun, your fur baby needs to stay hydrated and not overheat. Even though Fluffy is pretty adept at cooling herself down, there are several ways you can help your sweet kitty beat the heat this summer!