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Essentials

You may think that there are only a few essentials when it comes to owning a cat: food, water, litter box, cat. However, caring for a cat requires a lot more than that. Learn about what you'll need from our experienced cat owners.

How To Make your Pet Litter Box

 
 
 
 
 
September 20, 2009
Here is a simple guide to cheaply making a cat litter box, with all-natural ingredients, for your pet at home.

How To Name a Kitten

 
 
 
 
 
August 17, 2009
Bringing home a kitten is a special day. Naming your new kitten can be fun, yet it’s also a challenge. After all, your kitten will have this name for the rest of his or her life.

How To Make Organic Cat Food

 
 
 
 
 
August 11, 2009
Everyone's going organic - why not your cat too? Find out how to make organic cat food for your beloved pet.

How To Support Cat Causes During the Holidays

 
 
 
 
 
July 7, 2009
Supporting cat causes is especially important during the holidays. Giving to such causes is a great way to embrace the spirit of the holidays, by reaching out to helpless animals.

How To Determine the Sex of a Kitten

 
 
 
 
 
May 29, 2009
Kittens are soft bundles of cuteness when they're born. And boy or girl, you just want to let them snuggle close to you. But if you're considering taking a kitten home with you...

How To Help Your Cat Through a Move

 
 
 
 
 
April 26, 2009
During a move, keeping your cat calm and feeling secure will help them transition to their new home.

Come Up With Cat Names

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
There are many joys to be found when bringing a new cat into your life, and one fun yet difficult thing to do is to come up with cat names for your new pet.  To many people, this...

How To Select a Name for Your Pet

 
 
 
 
 
September 4, 2008
Selecting a name for your pet is a huge responsibility. If you're struggling to find the perfect name for the latest member of your family, follow these steps and you'll be engraving...

How To Have a Cat-Friendly House

 
 
 
 
 
July 20, 2008
Having a cat-friendly house will keep your cat happier and healthier, and make your life much easier. Learn about ways to make your house safe and fun for your cat.

How To Make Sure Your Cat Uses the Litter Box

 
 
 
 
 
June 11, 2008
You would be surprised at how fast kittens pick up on using a litter box. Unlike dogs, there is practically no housetraining involved. Unfortunately, sometimes the smallest...

How To Make Sure Your Pet is Safe During a Disaster

 
 
 
 
 
January 23, 2008
During a disaster, pets are often overlooked and left to die. For example, in NYC during 9/11, the police did not allow pet owners and rescuers to enter the outlying stricken areas...

How To Clean Up Cat Urine

 
 
 
 
 
March 27, 2007
Need help in cleaning up cat urine from your floors and carpets? Here are ways on how to remove pet urine stain & smell. Great removal tips here!

How To Help Children Cope with the Loss of a Pet

 
 
 
 
 
February 1, 2007
Children are funny when it comes to grief. It can look something like this: "Yea, my dog died. Can I have a peanut butter and banana sandwich?" Children can appear...

How To Travel with Your Pet by Air

 
 
 
 
 
January 16, 2007
It's easy to fly with your cat, small dog, bird, or other pet in the cabin of an airplane. Most airlines will allow you to bring an animal on board as a carry-on and place it...

How To Buy Pet Insurance

 
 
 
 
 
December 7, 2006
You love your pet and do not even want to think about him becoming ill or having an accident. Pet insurance can provide you with peace of mind if your pet does need extensive or...

How To Choose a Veterinarian

 
 
 
 
 
November 30, 2006
For those of us who love our pets, choosing the right veterinarian can be a big decision. There are several things you can do to ensure that you find a doctor you are comfortable...

How To Clean Cat Vomit Off of Your Carpet

 
 
 
 
 
January 3, 2006
We all love and care for our cats despite their annoying penchant for vomiting on a regular basis. As with most things in modern society, spew removal is not as simple as one might...

How To Do Interior Decorating for Cat Owners

 
 
 
 
 
August 24, 2005
Part 1: Protecting your possessions The first thing a cat owner should know about home décor is to keep it simple. Cats are completely convinced that they are in charge, that...
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