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One of the decisions you have to make as a cat owner is what to use for your kitty's litter box.  There are several options available – you need to make an informed decision…

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Why You Need to Switch to Cat Litter Crystals
By Carla Wise

There are many joys and pleasure in owning pets that you can keep inside your home. Cats are some pets you can keep at home, but, unfortunately, cleaning up after their mess and their dirty deeds are not part of that happiness. This is why many pet owners have been trying to look around for litters that will help lessen their load in their cleaning chores. Fortunately, science and technology have been a great help. The most recent litter that technology has helped developed is the cat litter crystals.  Read more... (589 words, 3 images, estimated 2:21 mins reading time)

There is a definite transition time period when bringing your new little furball home for the first time.  It is important to realize that a kitten, like a young child is curious and wants nothing more than to test the boundries of its existence (climbing up the drapes, up your leg, etc.).  It's all about expectation alignment, ultimately – know that this is the way it is.  The way that you can save your sanity during this 'young' time is to adequately prepare.  How?  By creating a Kitten Safe Zone – a space, an area where kitty can roam and explore without seriously damaging itself and your stuff.  Read more... (417 words, 1 image, estimated 1:40 mins reading time)

 

A Hard Day's Night

From: bengalkitties.com

In last post, we talked about the advantages and disadvantages of toilet training your cat.  Today, we are going to get a little more concrete and detail the logical progression of steps.

You will notice that there is a logical progression from one step to the next.  The key to this whole process is patience, patience, patience.  You need to watch your cat and observe any 'discomfort' from moving too quickly. 

Step 1
So that your Cat will start to associate his/her litter box with the toilet, you want to gradually inch the litter box toward the toilet until is right next to it.  Remember to do this slowly or it could disorient your cat, having its litter box moved too often and to quickly.   Read more... (591 words, 1 image, estimated 2:22 mins reading time)

Can you toilet train your cat? (Part 1)

 

"There's nothing like snuggling up to a good friend!"
From: d21c.com

Is it possible to toilet train your favorite feline?  Maybe yes, maybe no.  Much of it depends on temperament and personality of your cat.  And much if it depends on your willingness to go through the process.

There are many advantages to toilet training your cat, the largest of which it eliminates the need for a litter box.  Cat litter is not cheap and if you change it often enough, it can really add up to big bucks.  There are also health reasons to get rid of the litter box, especially for pregnant women (see my article on the Toxoplasma Gondii Parasite).  Another benefit is the ease of someone else to watch your cat while your gone – no litter boxes to lug around.  Just explain to your friend that they need to leave the bathroom door open so that Kitty can get in and make sure that they flush semi-regularly – that's it.  Read more... (262 words, 1 image, estimated 1:03 mins reading time)

Responsible Cat Care

From: hagen.let.rug.nl

When owning a cat, there are few things to consider, such as: living conditions, feeding, grooming and cleanliness.

Living Conditions

Cats are very adaptable – they can live indoors or outdoors.  If you live in a city apartment, then your cat will most likely be an 'indoor' cat – although some apartment dwellers do like to take their favorite felines out for a walk from time to time (if this is the case, then make sure you use a good cat harness).

If you live on a farm (sort of the other extreme), then your cat may be an outdoor or barnyard cat exclusively.  And guess what, they are happy either way.  The big no-no for a cat is keeping it constantly locked up in a cage – this will drive the cat nuts for cats need freedom and mobility.  Read more... (547 words, 2 images, estimated 2:11 mins reading time)