Tag Archives: CatWise

Cats are fascinating, smart, and loving companion animals. Understanding your own cat’s behaviors and communication methods will help you build a strong bond, prevent or resolve behavior problems, and set your kitty up to live a healthy, happy life. There are many tips to guide you in nurturing and understanding your cat, but to get ...

What is Wobbly Cat Syndrome? Cerebellar Hypoplasia (CH), also known as Wobbly Cat Syndrome, is a neurological condition where the cerebellum fails to develop and grow normally. The cerebellum is the part of the brain responsible for movement, balance, and coordination. Causes of Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Cats Cerebellar Hypoplasia is most commonly the result of ...

  Who can resist the cuteness of a sleeping cat? Watching a cat who is sound asleep can bring such peace and calm, no matter what chaos may be happening around you, or whatever chaos that very cat may have created moments before. Cats often look extremely comfortable while sleeping, but there are times when ...

  How often have you noticed a slimy build-up on your pet’s water or food bowl? Do you just refill the bowls without washing? If so, you could be putting your cat or dog’s health at risk. What is That Slime in Your Pet’s Bowl? The bacteria on your pet’s tongue sticks to the bowl. ...

  My dog, Griffin, views being sprayed by the backyard hose as the greatest game of all. I can’t water my flowers without spending at least 10 minutes allowing Griffin to run back and forth through the water spray. Try that with a cat? I don’t think so! Cats are known for their dislike of ...

  Cats at play. It’s an image many assume cats do all by themselves quite easily and frequently, without the need for our interference. Sadly, cats aren’t getting enough playtime. This is due to factors such as boredom, stress, fear, no environmental enrichment, the human family’s busy schedule, and the list could go on. Cats ...

  Here’s a quick checklist with some of the important things to remember when setting up and maintaining your cat’s litter box. Remember, it’s about what’s best for the cat and there are a few things on this list you may not have realized could make a difference in the success or failure of the ...

As an Amazon associate I earn a commision from qualifying purchases   Cat vs. Cat (updated and expanded version)   This completely revised and updated edition of Pam’s best-selling book on multicat households covers everything from introducing a second cat into the home to helping long-time feuding feline companions develop a more peaceful relationship. Cat ...

  Cardboard boxes are a beneficial addition to your cat’s environment. Sure, they’re fun to jump in and out of, but they also serve multiple valuable social and emotional functions. Environmental enrichment is important for a cat’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being, and something as simple as the addition of cardboard boxes can be an ...

  Cats have an incredible sense of hearing. The range is about 45-64000hz, compared with 64-23000hz in humans and 67-45000hz in dogs. They can hear sounds humans can’t and they even win out over dogs when it comes to high frequency hearing. Being both predator as well as prey, a cat relies heavily on their ...