Safe and Sound Cat Sitting Service

19/01/2025

Cats are incredible predators but they're small enough that they're also prey. As prey, the last thing cats want is for a larger predator to have access to their most vulnerable area where vital organs are located. The typical response for cats who have their stomach touched, is to spring into defensive mode. Your cat may grab your hands with their paws (if you’re unlucky, those claws will also be extended and ready for defense) and then maybe even bite. Your cat isn’t being mean to you – it’s a natural protection reflex.

There are some cats who do enjoy a belly rub, especially if you've conditioned your cat to that touch early on in kittenhood. Always pay attention to your cat's body language and respect those petting location preferences.

17/01/2025

i feel bad for cats with these boxes

If you “think like a cat” you’ll start to look at the covered litter box in an entirely different light.

A covered box can make a larger cat feel cramped while in there.

Covered boxes don’t allow as much air circulation so it takes longer for litter to dry.

Odor is contained in the box, so it can be more offensive to the cat who is inside.

A covered box limits a cat’s visual field to see if another companion animal is approaching.

A covered box limits a cat’s escape potential and can create opportunities for being ambushed.

A covered box may not get scooped often enough.

There are obviously cats who don't mind using a covered box, but in general, behavior experts advise against the use of them, especially in a multicat household or if your cat is experiencing a litter box issue. Consider an open, spacious litter box for better airflow and accessibility. Your cat's comfort and safety come first.

29/12/2024

19/12/2024

Your cat's sense of smell plays a vital role in appetite. That's why food served cold may get rejected. It's also why canned or wet food left out too long becomes unappealing. Cats aren't scavengers and they use their sense of smell to determine if food is fresh and safe to eat.

05/12/2024

Whiskers serve many functions, even though it often seems as if their primary job is to tickle our faces in the early morning hours.

02/11/2024

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01/11/2024

I love those tiny teeth.

28/10/2024

Today is National Chocolate Day, and although it's something many of us love, it's highly toxic to pets.

26/10/2024

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24/10/2024

21/10/2024

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21/10/2024

For many cats, the best option is an uncovered litter box placed in a quiet and convenient location. We often make the mistake of trying to provide so much privacy that we end up creating an uncomfortable or unsafe set-up. Additionally, with a covered box, it often doesn't get checked and scooped enough.

18/10/2024

I adopt this philosophy when cat sitting. I let the cat dictate.

Let the cat set the pace. Trust-building is a gradual and gentle process.

17/10/2024

If there’s a new kitten in your life, it may seem overwhelming at first as you figure out what supplies you need, how to get to know the furry new family member and how to keep thim healthy, safe and happy. If your new cat could talk, there’s a good chance these are the