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The following article first appeared on iCatCare: If you are part of a large organisation involved in homing cats, then they have probably given you direction and advice on how to deal with the many different situations which may arise during the coronavirus pandemic – follow the advice for the safety of staff and others. 

Join Trapking Sterling Davis and veterinary technician and pet behaviorist Tabitha Kucera for a weekend of education, fun and giveaways, all from the comfort of your own home. The two day event features lectures on topics such as socializing feral kittens, communication for cat advocates, feline friendly handling, an introduction to clicker training, and much

As cat lovers, we see felines as the living pieces of art they are, glimpsing in them the muse for creative projects in all medias. From paint to prose, cats provide inspirations unending. This holds true for the art of tattoo as well, and what better subject than a cat to fill a canvas of

Greetings, pawsome human minions! Forrest Wisewhiskers coming your way again with answers to your most burning cat questions. For our chat today, I want to address the questions my parents ask me all the time. I’m sure they know the answers to their regular queries, but they still think me a strange creature anyhow. Fair

Savvy cat guardians know that to stop cats from scratching furniture, one must provide correct stimulation and alternatives for scratching. Cats love well designed scratching posts, and the placement of such alternatives to furniture can make all the difference. I’ve done this, and my cats don’t bother my new furniture at all. Cats are also clever

Couples who have adopted a pet during the pandemic can save themselves the unnecessary heartache of losing shared pets by arranging a ‘pet-nuptial’ agreement in case of future separation with their partner. When goIng through a divorce, deciding what happens to shared pets can be difficult and having a plan in place can really help.

Depression in humans has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. A 2017 study by the National Institute of Mental Health found that an estimated 17.3 million adults has had at least one major depressive episode, characterized by a loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities, as well as problems with sleeping, eating, energy,

“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” For one kind-hearted mail carrier, this U.S. Post Office creed reaches beyond delivering packages to include rescuing cats in need. Ask Jackson the cat. His tale of rescue comes thanks to a postal worker

Dubbed a national treasure in her homeland of Turkey, the Turkish Angora is an elegant creature with a remarkable assemblage of skills that will leave your jaw on the floor. But before we touch on her extraordinary talents, let’s learn a bit more about the elegant lady of the hour. The Turkish Angora is a

Cats are inquisitive creatures who love to explore and investigate environments by sniffing or tasting them. When you bring a cat into your home, they’re sure to be curious about their surroundings but unlike humans, they can’t identify dangers as easily. You may have hidden hazards in your garden that could pose a threat to

Two kittens rescued separately ended up at the same shelter in New York, and became best friends when Jess Thoren, a fosterer from KittenBnB in New Jersey, took them home. Jess had come to the shelter to rescue another litter of kittens and just knew she had to take little Frankie home as well. Two

Cobain was just a wee ginger sprout of only 4 or 5 days old when found all alone in a garden. His mom was nowhere to be found and the tiny kitten would soon wither away without help. Thankfully, the purrfect rescuer plucked him from distress. Tara, founder of The Mad Catters in Perth, Australia,

Confused by cat litter? Not sure whether there’s a difference between the cheapest supermarket brand and the $200 “it scoops itself” robot systems? Never fear. There’s a rule of thumb that cat experts across the country agree on – how much work do you want to put into keeping the litter box from stinking up

For George by Susan Davies: He was an ordinary, two a penny, black and white cat, The sort that you see everywhere, a standard ‘Postman Pat’, I got him from a rescue place, one April afternoon, And then I brought him home, where he inspected every room. A ‘Welcome’ tin of tuna was devoured, the

This post contains affiliate links* Every once in a while I come across something so pretty on Etsy, I just have to share it with you. Bristol, UK based artist Hannah Turner started her ceramics business in 1991, and it evolved from creating handmade items in her home to an international business that sells to

Just look at Peanut! He’s a handsome tabby cat with a different look about him. With his pinched ears and oblong eyes, Peanut wears an expression of constant astonishment. When asked how her tabby boy came to exhibit such an appearance, Peanut’s mom, Sydney Benham, told Metro.co.uk, “When I adopted him, the shelter said that

There’s nothing like having a small ball of fluff curled up on your lap, purring in delight because you’ve given her a forever home. You’ve thought of everything for your new kitten: a cozy bed (or two), food and water bowls to sit atop a stylish place mat, cat food, a sturdy carrier, top-of-the-line toys,

Have you seen your cats knead? Did you try asking your vet why they are doing such an act? We will answer your question by presenting you the reasons why they need to knead. Cats are exciting creatures, with lots of unique traits and behaviors that only they can do. Some of their unique behaviors

This post contains affiliate links* I previously reviewed two of Okaysou’s air purifiers, the AirMic 4S and the AirMax 8L, and included them in my 10 Best Cat Products of 2020 list. I was excited when Okaysou asked me to review their newest model, the AirMAx 10L Pro. AirMax 10L Pro features This air purifier

While an idea known to feline aficionados for decades now, cat cafes have gained mainstream notoriety in the past few years. And now, Mayim Bialik of “The Big Bang Theory” is bringing them to high fashion with a new series titled “Call Me Kat.” Based on the British hit, “Miranda,” the series follows the hijinks

We just head to share this fun post by our friends from the Pause Cat Cafe: Hoomans, we know it’s been a hard year fur you guys, and we want you to know that we are hair for you.  Purr yourself a cuppa, sit back and relax while you read our top ten tips for

Finding stillness in the middle of all the chaos in our world is challenging, and it’s never been more difficult than during these last months. I believe that learning to be still, returning to our center, that place inside that settles our fears and calms emotions, is a vital survival skill at all times, but

If you’ve ever tried to take a picture of a cat, then you know it typically goes one of a few ways. The picture turns out to be a masterpiece of light and composition with the sweet angel that is your fur darling displayed in their full adorable glory. Or, the snap features a blurry

Following 2020, Battersea has revealed some of the most popular and unique names of dogs and cats to come through the much-loved animal charity’s gates last year. Some owners chose unique monikers to reflect their pet’s individual personalities, such as Balthazar – a bold, brave kitten born before Christmas who enjoyed exploring his surroundings. Others

Kathleen Prasad has been one of the leading voices in the animal Reiki community for more than a decade. The author of several books on animal Reiki, she has been instrumental in helping animal lovers create peace and well-being through her meditation courses and teachings on the power of healing through compassionate presence. Her new

Greetings, my pawsome human minions and cat cohorts. Forrest the cat back again, this time with a scaly subject. Mom has a friend a couple streets over who fosters kittens. We walk over and visit with them pretty often because mom’s friend thinks I’m an excellent role model for kittens. She’s quite right. But today,

If you want to help unowned cats then you have come to the right place! Welcome to the launch of Cat Friendly Solutions for Unowned Cats by iCatCare. Our virtual event is available to view on-demand through the video below, all you need to do is press play. You can take the free, certified introductory

A little over a year later, I still miss my beautiful little girl terribly. I treasure the memories of our time together, even if they’re sometimes more painful than comforting, but that’s as it should be when you’re grieving a loss. Today’s memory goes back to 2014, when Ruby and I sort of “happened” upon

Every year, more than 3 million cats enter animal shelters and rescues. The ASPCA estimates 1.6 million of these cats go on to find their forever homes. So you could say, shelter and rescue workers just might be the fairy godparents who help dreams come true for kitties. For some felines, the magical journey to

The design team at Kitty Cafe, where their passion fuels innovation and creativity, have created and now launched Puzzle Paws – the treat dispenser that is a literal ball of fun for your feline friend! We believe that in today’s more modern, technologically driven world, we may have lost touch a little with what is