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Why is Playtime So Important for Cats?
Why is Playtime So Important for Cats? Play is vital for cats. It’s not just about having fun – play serves several roles in a cat’s mental and physical well-being. One significant aspect of play is its role in helping cats learn and develop social skills. While cats are often considered solitary animals, they do…

Catnip, Silvervine or Valerian Root- What’s The Difference?
Catnip, Silvervine or Valerian Root- What’s The Difference? Cats are known to have a strong attraction to certain plants. The most popular are catnip, silvervine, and valerian. These plants contain compounds that affect cats in various ways, triggering behaviors that are shown with pleasure or excitement. Here’s a brief overview of why cats like them:…

Why Does My Cat Lick Me?
Why Does My Cat Lick Me? As a cat owner, you are likely no stranger to your furry friend’s rough sandpapery like tongue licking you. While it can be absolutely endearing and adorable, sometimes it may not always be clear to us why our cats do this. There are multiple reasons why your cat might…

How Do I Know When My Cat is Angry?
How Do I Know When My Cat is Angry? Although your cat can’t speak to you with words, they are expert communicators through their body language and vocalizations. It isn’t just being ticked off that they communicate, though. Cats can (and will!) express all types of emotions, both good and bad. The key to a…

Silvervine and Cats, A Purrfect Match!
Silvervine is the lesser known but perfect alternative to catnip! It causes the same fun reactions but comes in different forms and is more likely to be enjoyed!

Is Catnip a Cat Drug?
Catnip makes cats zoom up and down the hallways and roll around on the floor. But how does it have this magic effect? Catnip is an herb that grows naturally with a scent that acts as a cat pheromone.

Valerian Root & Cats – A Love Story
Valerian Root is an all natural plant with a super pungent smell that can gives cats a big reaction! It is perfect to try if your cat is one of the 40% who don’t react to catnip or you are just looking for something else for them to enjoy during play time.

My Cat Hates to be Brushed! What do I do?
My Cat Hates to be Brushed! What do I do? Many cats will happily accept being groomed, but if your cat isn’t in the mood to be pampered, what can you do? First, it’s a good idea to try and identify why your cat doesn’t enjoy being groomed. Sometimes if a cat has a very matted…

Do Short Hair Cats Need Brushing?
Your cat spends at least five hours a day grooming an cleaning themself so there is surely no need to brush a short haired cat. Right? Nope, there are many reasons