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Cats hide pain incredibly well, which is why discussing any subtle behaviour changes with your veterinarian is so important ❤️
Cats don’t exactly wear their hearts on their sleeves, so the signs of illness or pain can be difficult to detect. Learn how to recognize their normal.
Ahhh a cat, a warm blanket and a good book…happy long weekend everyone!
Regular veterinary care is so important for our felines because the hide disease and pain so well. It can also be a stressful experience for them. Speak to a veterinarian about how stress can be reduced for your kitty when traveling to the clinic.
Today is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day! Regular checkups help catch potential issues early and ensure your cat stays happy and healthy. Schedule your appointment today! Take your cat to the vet, because they can’t take themselves. Learn more at https://bit.ly/464LxcF.
Ever notice when you are shopping for pet toys that the dog section is so much bigger than the cat section? I ended up finding this beaver for Toot in the dog section, and it’s one of her favourites!
Happy International Cat Day, to all the cat lovers out there!
Found on Google from icatcare.org
Happy Sunday from Kibbie ☕🐈
Need a second use for one of those disposable cups you get coffee or ice cream in? Wash it out and make a food puzzle with it! Creating a food toy to challenge your cat’s mind doesn’t have to be expensive or even permanent (once Toot figured out how to tip the cup over, we moved on to something else) 🧩
Kibbie was in for a dental this week and had three teeth removed and his teeth cleaned. Dental disease will lead to oral pain which can alter your cat's sleeping and eating patterns as well as affect other aspects of their behaviour. If your cat is eating less, sleeping more, or has reduced social interactions, consider a medical reason such as dental pain. But remember, many cats will go on eating as normal despite pain in their mouth, so having at least one annual check up each year with their veterinarian is essential to maintain their physical health. Kibbie had not yet shown any worrying signs of oral pain so I am glad I caught the problems early 🦷
Mabel
Mabel came to us about 3 1/2 years ago, a stray found by my son in the trees behind our yard. Mabel is white, with the softest cotton-like coat. She has a characteristic meow that she uses when asking for something.
Mabel lives mostly in my daughter's room. She is definitely Madeline's cat! She doesn't like the other cats in the house so they all have to take turns spending time in the main part of the house. She will tolerate the kitten in small amounts. Mabel loves her playtime and her treats. We have to monitor some overgrooming that she does regularly, but extra playtime, cuddles and a Feliway Diffuser are helping.
Clicker training “high five” with Toot! It took some time to teach her right vs. left but we’re getting there. Next we’ll try “high ten”!
Did you know our cats often have a preference for using one paw over the other? Female cats tend to use their right paw more while males favour their left. Next time your cat goes to scoop up a kibble or toy, pay close attention to which paw they are using 🐾
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Toot decided that an empty toilet paper bag was the place to play! All cats should have the opportunity to explore new things and practice predatory play to keep those minds busy. (Note as a precaution it’s best not to let your pet play with plastic bags unsupervised).
Our cat's tongues are like sandpaper when they lick us, and for good reason. Cat's tongues contain about 250 projections called papillae. These papillae are used for grooming the coat, as well as for removing fur or feathers from the prey they catch. Papillae also contain taste buds.
Surprisingly, cats cannot taste sweet flavours. So no need to share that ice cream cone!
Spring is here! This is Toot’s first spring, and she’s pretty interested in those birds 🕊️
Pet Profile: Pete the Cat
Age: 7 years
Came to us: from a recycling dumpster
Otherwise known as: Mr. Peter
Occupation: eating food, searching for food, asking for food
Mr. Peter has an air of royalty about him. He is quiet, reserved, and knows with certainty that he is handsome, regal and above all others. He is a solitary soul who prefers the company of his humans in short intervals (except if they present food to him). He is certainly the prince of our household!
Tonight was my favourite job--cleaning litter boxes! However unpleasant the job is, it is super important to maintain good litter box hygiene, as dirty litter boxes can be one important reason for going outside the box. Cats tend to prefer 3-4 inches of clean, sand-like clumping litter. Avoid scented litters and litter liners. Remember the rule of thumb--one litter box per cat plus 1. Separate litter boxes around the house and try to have one on each level of the home. And don't forget to scoop, at least once a day!
Perching on my post! Cats love to perch because it gives them a sense of control when they can survey their surroundings from a high-up vantage point.Providing multiple perching and hiding places around the home will help cats feel secure in their environment. What does your cat love to perch on?
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KitKat and Kibbie are showing affiliative behaviour, which includes resting in close proximity, grooming each other (called allogrooming), and generally acting relaxed around each other. Many cats living together will simply tolerate each other by keeping their distance or in some cases show passive or active aggression towards each other. See icatcare.org for great resources regarding making multi-cat relationships work!
Need a second use for one of those disposable cups you get coffee or ice cream in? Wash it out and make a food puzzle with it! Creating a food toy to challenge your cat’s mind doesn’t have to be expensive or even permanent (once Toot figured out how to tip the cup over, we moved on to something else) 🧩
Clicker training “high five” with Toot! It took some time to teach her right vs. left but we’re getting there. Next we’ll try “high ten”! Did you know our cats often have a preference for using one paw over the other? Female cats tend to use their right paw more while males favour their left. Next time your cat goes to scoop up a kibble or toy, pay close attention to which paw they are using 🐾
No caption needed ❤️
Toot decided that an empty toilet paper bag was the place to play! All cats should have the opportunity to explore new things and practice predatory play to keep those minds busy. (Note as a precaution it’s best not to let your pet play with plastic bags unsupervised).
Spring is here! This is Toot’s first spring, and she’s pretty interested in those birds 🕊️
