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
Cat panleukopenia is a feline virus that affects cats worldwide. While cases of this disease are declining, it is still high in areas where cats are generally unvaccinated.
- 3 min read
Cats can get herpes too! Feline herpesvirus type-1 causes cat viral rhinotracheitis. Like the herpes virus in other species, direct contact with viral cells is the cause.
- 3 min read
You may have fallen in love with your new kitty at first sight -- while also wondering why he doesn't seem to respond to household noises, birds chirping, or even your own voice.
- 3 min read
One of the predominant traits of a Domestic Long-Haired cat is that it is simply a cat with long hair. No, really - that's it. These cats are not to be confused with the American Longhair or the British Longhair.
- 2 min read
According to WebMD, cat infectious peritonitis is a viral disease that can be found all over the world. It affects both domestic and feral cats. This type of viral disease comes from the virus coronavirus, discovered and isolated in 1970, and results in attacking the cat's intestinal wall, among other issues.
- 3 min read
Getting a new pet for your home is a big decision! If you’re thinking about bringing a cat or kitten into your family, there are many factors to take into consideration when you’re choosing a breed.
- 3 min read
What does it mean to be fully domesticated? We know that dogs are domestic, but what about cats? They love us, we love them, and they share our homes and lives. They'll cuddle on our laps and play with fluffy toys. But they can quickly display wild behavior if neglected, and revert to a feral status if abandoned.
- 3 min read
It can be an extremely scary thing for you as a pet parent to notice: Your usually hungry cat hasn't eaten any kibble or wet food in days, and it’s becoming more obvious based on the empty state of her kitty litter box.
- 5 min read
If you’re thinking of bringing a kitten or cat into your home, it helps to know a little bit about different types of cat breeds before settling on a new member of your family.
- 3 min read
The word "Sphynx" might call to mind Ancient Egypt and pyramids, but it should also conjure images of a cuddly, playful, and somewhat odd-looking cat.
- 3 min read
If you’re wondering which direction to take in your professional life (and secretly hoping it leads you straight to a pile of cats), there are several ways you can turn your love of cats into a career.
- 4 min read
The European Shorthair is widely considered to be the "first" house cat, as it is the direct descendant of the first wild cats to be domesticated thousands of years ago.
- 3 min read

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