Choosing the best kitten food is one of the most important decisions you will make for your new cat. The first year of life is when the foundations of bone density, immune function, brain development, and organ health are being built. What a kitten eats during this window has consequences that extend well into adult…
Most people assume cats can’t be trained. I used to think the same thing, until I spent an afternoon watching a friend’s Bengal cat perform a sequence of behaviors on cue — sit, high five, spin, go to mat — with the focused attention of a well-trained dog. The difference wasn’t the cat. It was…
The first time I heard a kitten purr — really heard it, with my hand resting on a tiny ribcage vibrating like a small engine — I assumed it was simply happiness. A few years and several cats later, I understand it’s considerably more nuanced than that. Purring is one of the most misunderstood forms…
Bringing a new kitten into a home with a dog can be a heartwarming experience — but it also requires planning and patience. Done right, this process can lead to a peaceful friendship that will make both pets feel secure and happy. Let’s walk through how to introduce a kitten to a dog in a…
Kittens are adorable with their soft fur, little whiskers, and large eyes. Almost everyone loves a kitten. However, these adorable little ones can also be a handful, running around the house, ambushing your ankles, going up curtains, and jumping on the couch. You may ask yourself, “Why is my kitten so hyper?” There’s a reason…
If you have recently brought home a wild kitten or if you are thinking of adopting one that you have seen on the streets, it is important that you read our tips on how to tame a wild kitten. Wild cats as the name suggests are wild animals. However, if you end up with a…
How to soothe a crying kitten is a question that baffles many new pet parents. But don’t worry we have the answer for you. A new kitten in the home is a welcome addition, but these cute little ones have several needs that you as the pet parent need to meet. Your cuddly pet may…
Bringing a new kitten home is exciting and fun, but it will take some time before your kitten starts liking you.
As a new pet parent or a soon to be one, you are probably wondering how to litter train a kitten without a mother. Cats instinctively do potty in sand or soil, and kittens learn from watching their mother. Mother cats who are litter box trained generally teach their kittens how to use the litter…
Cats don’t like change or new experiences. They are also territorial and can fight over resources. When you get a new pet kitten, the resident cat may start behaving like a jealous child. However, adult cats tend to accept a new kitten more quickly than another adult cat. As cats generally prefer their own company,…
A kitten biting and attacking may seem cute and harmless when they are tiny, but the bites will turn painful as they grow into adulthood. It is therefore essential to look at ways on how to stop a kitten from biting. Aggression is a significant behavior problem seen in cats, second only to litter box…
Bringing a new kitten home and caring for her is a wonderful experience and a responsibility that you need to take seriously. Don’t get me wrong; raising a kitten is not all work; it is also a lot of fun. If you provide adequate care and attention to your kitten in the early years, you…