What affects us affects cats
Aging Gracefully — But Not Always Easily: How Declining Health Affects Elderly Cat Caregivers. As people move into their late 70s and beyond, the body and mind inevitably change. While many remain mentally sharp and emotionally resilient, the effects of aging on physical and psychological wellbeing can be significant — and these changes can …
There is a direct and pretty obvious correlation between the increase in domestic cat obesity and the increase in full-time indoor cats which very clearly points to cat caregivers oversimplifying the concept of keeping cats indoors all the time. It is not just about closing the door and windows and getting rid of the …
When Oliver Widger quit his job, he wasn’t chasing a bigger paycheck or climbing a corporate ladder — he was following the call of the ocean. But he didn’t set sail alone. His first mate? A whiskered, four-pawed feline named Clarence. The Oregon-based adventurer recently went viral after documenting his unusual voyage: a solo …
Despite a strong modern trend to keep domestic cats indoors all the time (depending on the country) there is still a strong contingent of cat caregivers who believe in the ‘indoor/outdoor cat’ despite the hazards and despite the danger to wildlife. My gut feeling is that many of these cat owners stay indoors when …
Cats may live under our roofs, but make no mistake—they are not mere guests. They are cohabitants, with needs, desires, and boundaries that deserve as much respect as our own. The classic phrase, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do,” reminds travelers to adapt to the customs of the place they visit. But …
Allowing your cat to sleep on your lap for long periods can have both positive and negative health implications for the caregiver. Let’s break it down. Far from me to even suggest that there might be some negatives to ‘lap catting’ but I think it is fair and useful to look at it in …
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