If there is one thing cat owners are absolutely sure about when it comes to their fabulous felines is that cats throw up – a lot. There are many reasons cats vomit, but something strange is going when they throw up just the kibble and not the wet food. When cats throw up dry food …
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Cats are notoriously picky eaters, some more than others, but sooner or later, they will eat. So, when the second day rolls around and your cat is still not eating but only drinking water, you’re probably racking your brain trying to understand why this is happening? Typically, cats that suffer from illnesses will refuse to …
There’s nothing more exciting than expanding your furry family than with another set of four legs! As you probably know, cats aren’t known for being the most easygoing of animals, and sometimes certain breeds don’t get along with others. Do you have a tabby cat already, or are you planning on adding one to the …
One of the many things that we love about cats is that they are fastidiously clean. When they are eating, sleeping, or playing, cats can usually be found perched comfortably, grooming themselves from tip to tail. But what happens if you have a cat that misses a section, and more importantly, it’s bottom? Our beloved …
Green iguanas (Iguana iguana) look like miniature dinosaurs. Since dinosaurs are very cool, many people want to own a real, living, mini-dino look-a-like. Even better, unlike many reptiles, it is believed that the green iguana can form a social bond with people. But how much are green iguanas? Green iguanas cost 10 – 35 dollars, …
When you get a hamster from a pet store, there is no reliable way to tell how old it is. Normally pet stores sell hamsters that are 1 to 2 months old, but some individuals may live on the shelf for much longer. The best you can do is guess their age based on their …
If your cat enjoys following you around, doing everything with you, sleeping with you, and feels upset if you leave them alone, it’s likely that your cat has become obsessed with you. Your cat may be obsessed with you because they’re insecure, lonely, anxious, have separation anxiety, were rescued from challenging circumstances, were coddled as …
Traditional cat litter typically contains bentonite, a natural material that clumps when damp. However, it makes some cat owners nervous because if ingested, it swells, and if the cat has eaten too much, it could block up the animal’s digestive tract. Also, the way bentonite is mined isn’t eco-friendly. So can you use wood shaving …
Green anoles (Anolis carolinensis) are considered the most popular lizard species in the southern states. Known for their color-changing abilities, green anoles are commonly, but inaccurately, referred to as American chameleons. Make no mistake, anoles come from a different family than the Old World lizards. They’re actually closer to iguanas than they are to true …
Our need to protect small creatures might cause us to feel perplexed and helpless when we watch our feline friends relentlessly playing with mice. That’s when we should remember that cats, like many other animals, still possess predatory instincts inherited from their ancestors. Cats’ natural instincts to chase and hunt their prey kick in when …