If you’ve ever been concerned that your commercial air freshener is releasing toxins into the air you are absolutely correct, and it’s critical that your cats avoid these noxious smells. You may not know this, but your cat's body is already working hard to detoxify numerous pollutants in the air. We love keeping our cats […]
If you’re anything like us, you swoon a little bit whenever your little tiger heads off to sleep. Doubly so if they take a human form while sleeping. Hats off to them if they get on the bed and bonus points if they start using the pillow. But what about when your cat actually just […]
The “blep” may be one of the cutest poses you can find your cat in, and that’s saying a lot. If you’re unfamiliar, a blep is when your cat sleeps with their tongue out, and they look completely unaware of this, almost like someone wrote on their forehead with permanent marker. But what is the […]
Most cats love hot weather. In our home we regularly find our cats sitting in a sun spot, or pressed against the window. But in some cases, especially for us in south Florida, we need to ask the question “how hot is too hot” when it comes to our cats. Well, the short answer is, […]
Cats and their litter. It’s one of the most amazing aspects of raising a cat, watching them naturally get litter box trained without any effort on our part. Cats are clean and like to keep their bowel movements hidden and out of eyesight. So they naturally bury their waste in a litter box. But what […]
If you’ve ever felt like your cat’s just not that into you, it might be because they are just not into being picked up or held in place. In fact, it’s quite common for cats to not enjoy being held, it’s a pretty unnatural experience for them in general. Think about it this way; when […]
One thing I truly love about cats is their attitude. Sure, dogs will jump up and tackle you when you get home because they are so excited to see you, but cats just aren’t that needy. The major downside to this: it’s kind of hard to teach a cat its name, or at least to […]
Cats and the zoomies. It’s a frustrating experience at times, and at other times it creates some of the most interesting versions of your cat. Yes, the guy that sleeps 20 hours a day suddenly has the energy and stamina to run across the apartment 20 times in a row chasing ghosts. But when running […]
One of the worst habits our cats have has got to be their ability to wake us up from a deep sleep by scratching and clawing at our bedroom door. Somehow I’m sure we are not alone in that. Cats love scratching things, and they are particularly active at twilight hours, so it makes sense […]
We write a lot about the zoomies in cats here at Love of Paws, and that’s because it’s one of the most troubling aspects of cat ownership. Not getting enough sleep, or a disrupted sleep as a result of your cat going crazy all night can really turn a loving cat parent into a demonic, […]
If your cats are anything like ours, they absolutely hate being in a car. They panic and shrink to the floor, trying so hard to turn into nothing, You can tell how extremely uncomfortable and anxious they are. But there’s a simple solution, at least for shorter trips, and that solution is CBD. Yes, you […]
As CBD continues to rise in popularity among cat owners seeking alternative treatment solutions to some of cats' hardest problems, it’s increasingly important to understand proper CBD dosage for cats. While CBD is non-lethal in cats, there are some adverse side effects to overdosing your cat that you should be wary of. As a general […]
So you’ve taken the plunge and purchased CBD for your cats. And you’ve read up on how to administer it to them. And now you’re asking yourself, how long will the cat CBD oil take to work? Typically, the effects of CBD will begin in the first 15 minutes. For the next half hour it […]
One of the most alarming things that can happen to a pet owner is a sudden act of aggression from their four legged friend. As parents, we are constantly reminded that our animals are actually animals and not human, and when cats begin to exhibit aggression it needs to be handled. CBD is actually a […]
Anxious cats. They are hard to deal with for numerous reasons, but using CBD oil for cats with anxiety can be a great way to help return your cat to a healthy stress level. Using CBD oil for cats with anxiety is a relatively new development, but a crucial one. Cats can suffer extreme anxiety […]
Have you ever noticed that you are never truly alone? Is your cat following you around everywhere, almost stalking you? Well, your cat may be obsessed with you. It’s truly an honor to be so adored by a cat that they are obsessing over you. But maybe their logic for it isn’t quite what you […]
An otherwise healthy cat can survive for up to two weeks without food. Water, on the other hand, is crucial for their immediate survival. A cat will not survive more than three to four days without water. While it’s no surprise that cats are moody creatures, it’s usually alarming when a cat stops eating their […]
Picture this: you wake up Saturday morning with joy in your heart. You plan to wake up slowly and of course you need to feed your cats. You open your door and greet your furry friend only to find a big stinking pile of feces on the floor outside their litter box. Why does my […]
There’s few events more frustrating than waking up to find a fresh urine puddle near your cats litter box. This is generally followed by a bunch of yelling and self-reflection on how you make bad choices and let wild animals into your apartment, so of course there’s pee on the ground. Hopefully, after the initial […]
I’m sure you’ve been there before - you clean out your cat's litter box and find them jumping right in there to use it again. We’ve had this happen so many times, and found a whole bunch of different reasons for this behavior but we can narrow it down to three primary reasons: There’s probably […]
One of the many things you learn while parenting a cat is how valuable hardwood or tile floors are. It’s easy for a cat to make a mess of a carpet either from scratching, peeing, or just running around on it. If your cat scratches at your carpet I’m sure you’re worried they will tear […]
This post is dedicated to Naz, our outdoor cat turned indoor queen. So you found a beautiful cat outside and have made the decision to take her into your home and treat her as a member of your family. Your first steps are probably along the lines of establishing a good relationship with her via […]
Let’s face it, cat trees can be extremely expensive. In our guide on the best cat trees, half of them were over $50 and some were even over $100. Moreso, a quality cat tree is supposed to last a long time, so let’s talk about repurposing and saving a used cat tree from the garbage […]
Cat litter is probably one of our least favorite things to purchase. It’s heavy, and brings no joy to our cats. At least with food we can get excited picking out their meals. With cat litter, it’s just a hope that they accept it as cat litter, and that it works as expected. In general, […]
When you think of your apartment, what area is most sacred to you? What’s the true place that you can escape from it all? For most of us, it’s our bed. It’s our absolute shrine and our area to protect, because when you have a really bad day, there’s nothing better than jumping into your […]
As co-habitants in our cat's apartment, we sometimes feel bad that we get to go outside and explore the world while they sit inside on the couch all day. This gets especially obvious for us on weekends when we come back from a beautiful day at the park and wish we brought our cats with […]
Some days you wake up and find that your cat had another accident in the same place as last time. It’s the third time in a row at the exact same place. How can we get our furry friend to stop peeing there and start using the litter box like they are supposed to? There’s […]
In our last post we talked about finding the best place for a litter box to live in a small apartment, and today we will discuss the next part of this marvelous equation, smell. Yes, cat litter can start to smell. And it can go from a foul smell to something quite awful rather quickly […]
Life in small apartments can be challenging or cozy, it’s really up to you how you want it to be. But if you are going to live with cats, there’s a few additional considerations at play. Cats need a litter box, unless you will have them indoor/outdoor with an outdoor place to go. For most […]
Making biscuits. It’s an adorable habit that we’re sure your cats have done in front of you countless times. They are excellent chefs, especially when placed on a particularly soft blanket or pillow. But why do they keep doing this, and is it a sign that something bad is going on with them, or is […]
We’ve all seen our cats show off their flexibility by using their feet to itch their ears. Maybe they conjured themselves into some bizarre position that you just had to take a picture of. Maybe you’re getting a bit too used to the thumping sound caused by their repetitive scratching motions. So your cat itches […]
Have you ever wondered what cat breed has charmed the most people across the country? Or which cat gets the most searches online? Well, let’s answer your question right now; it’s the Maine Coon of course. That fat furry cat is currently producing nearly a million searches per month. What about the rest? We did […]
Maybe you’ve heard, maybe you haven’t. Declawing cats is kind of bad news. Most people are against it, vets included. It’s a nasty process that sort of screams laziness. And yes, I know there are legitimate reasons to declaw a cat (I have a great reason as well). But there’s equally great alternatives that are […]
We’ve all been there. Sitting on your couch and you hear an unfamiliar clanging in the kitchen. It almost sounds like some of the jars on the countertop are moving, but there’s no one in the kitchen… And you remember your cats newest trick, jumping up on the countertop. It’s a frustrating experience - and […]
We live in a four cat household, so it’s pretty common for us to hear a cat meowing almost all the time. Especially Yavapai, he’s our most vocal cat by far. Meows are cute - it means your cat is trying to communicate with you. In fact, science has shown that cats don’t really meow […]
Cats and exercise. It’s not exactly a sentence that rolls off the tongue. That’s because we’ve been trained to see cats as lazy and sleepy. Sure they get the zoomies at 3am, but otherwise we’re all too used to seeing them sleeping on various objects. But cats need exercise too. In fact, cats crave exercise. […]
Indoor cats face unique challenges when it comes to staying healthy and fit, mainy because we deprive them of the ability to run wild when the urge strikes us. Also, most of us don’t have large enough houses to really mimic outdoor life. Without access to the outdoors, they may not have as many opportunities […]
In 2019 Congress passed The Fairness To Pet Owners Act. This act has helped pet owners to choose where to purchase their prescription pet medication. The real goal of the bill was to make prescriptions for pets more affordable. If you have pet insurance, you already know how expensive medications can be. The Fairness To […]
What cat parent doesn’t want to reduce their cat’s shedding? Loose cat hair is kind of annoying. How does it get in the refrigerator anyway? It seems like we’re always having to vacuum and use a lint roller. Petting our kitties gives us a handful of fur that goes flying everywhere. Improve Their To Stop […]
We all know that feeling. Foul smelling feces creeping out from the cats litter box. It's not pleasant, and those "scented" litter brands really don't help much. But what is there to do really? They have to go somewhere. Outside of cleaning your litter daily, a cat litter box just seems like something that's always […]
Felines and Halloween go together like peanut butter and jelly. It's a match made in heaven, as cats are natural predators and therefore perfect for the spooky holiday. However, there's one major issue with this strategy, and that has to do with cats' behaviors when being forced to do, well, anything. They tend to either […]
For many cat owners, trimming their cat's claws is an unpleasant task. It can be time-consuming and tedious to cut a cat's nail far enough back so that it doesn't snag on objects but not so much that the nail stops growing or you hit their blood vessels. The process can also be painful for […]
A common question for cat owners is how often should you change the litter. The answer to this question depends on how many cats are in your household, how quickly they go through their litter, and how big the box is that you use. If you have one cat who goes through her litter slowly […]
Cats are notoriously independent, but they do appreciate the occasional pet. You might have noticed a cat rubbing against you and wondered why they're doing that. I've always wondered why they do that. After doing a bit of research, it turns out there are a few reasons. Some cats like to be scratched and petted […]
Whether having a young kitty or an adult cat, all cat owners must be intrigued to know how to properly pick up a cat. It may sound like an easy task, but that is not the reality. It actually matters how you interact with your cat to keep them healthy and fearless. If you lack […]
Cats are one of the most mysterious animals we have. Some people think that they always know what their cats are thinking, while others believe that a cat can be as unpredictable as the weather. One thing is for sure though: a cat will stare at you every now and then, and it's important to […]
Cats are one of the most popular pets in the world, but how much do you really know about them? Kittens are born with their eyes closed and they can't see for six weeks. . Kittens grow the most in the first three months of their life, which is why it is crucial to its […]
If you’ve ever been concerned that your commercial air freshener is releasing toxins into the air you are absolutely correct, and it’s critical that your cats avoid these noxious smells. You may not know this, but your cat's body is already working hard to detoxify numerous pollutants in the air. We love keeping our cats […]
If you’re anything like us, you swoon a little bit whenever your little tiger heads off to sleep. Doubly so if they take a human form while sleeping. Hats off to them if they get on the bed and bonus points if they start using the pillow. But what about when your cat actually just […]
The “blep” may be one of the cutest poses you can find your cat in, and that’s saying a lot. If you’re unfamiliar, a blep is when your cat sleeps with their tongue out, and they look completely unaware of this, almost like someone wrote on their forehead with permanent marker. But what is the […]