Why Does My Cat Lie, Sleep, or Play in the Litter Box? 8 Likely Reasons

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It is more common than you might think to see a cat laying or even sleeping in their litter box, but it is usually an undesirable action. It can be a sign of illness or may indicate that your cat is stressed or anxious. If your cat is playing in the litter, that could be … Read more

Why Do Cats Love String? 5 Reasons for This Behavior

cat playing with strings_Shutterstock_Noam Armonn

A ball of yarn and a cat is a somewhat clichéd image for a reason: Cats the world over find a string of almost any kind irresistible. Even specially made toys are often no match for a plain old piece of string. You may have wondered why this is. What is it about a piece … Read more

10 Best High-Sided Litter Boxes for High Spraying Cats in 2023 — Reviews & Top Picks

IRIS Open Top Litter Box

Cleaning out litter trays probably isn’t on the list of any cat lover’s favorite tasks, but it’s something that we have to do! What can make this task easier is choosing the right litter box design for your cat. Some cats love to spray their urine, and this inevitably ends up on the floor (or … Read more

11 DIY Cat Window Perches You Can Build Today (With Pictures)

fat calico cat sleeping in the window perch

Cats love to laze in the warm sun, and for indoor cats, it can sometimes be difficult for them to find a suitable sunny spot. Cats are also highly observant and curious creatures, and they love to spend their time gazing out of a window at the world outside and absorbing the sights and smells. … Read more

5 DIY Cat Stairs and Ramps (With Pictures)

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Sometimes your cat needs a little helping hand. Whether they’ve reached their senior years and need help getting up a steep flight of stairs, their litter box access is above ground level, or you want to provide a ramp up to furniture to stop them digging their claws in the carpet when they jump, there … Read more

3 Best Ways to Clean Cat Vomit Out of Carpet: Tips & Tricks

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It’s an unfortunate reality of owning pets; there are going to be messes that you have to clean up. Rather than get upset, it’s best to simply take action. Most of the time, you’re probably going to encounter pee or poop. Less often, you’ll discover that your cat has puked on the floor. If you’re … Read more

Are Russian Blue Cats Hypoallergenic?

Russian Blue Cat

Just because you suffer from cat allergies doesn’t mean you don’t like cats. It’s a cruel twist of fate that you could be allergic to your favorite creature! If you find yourself in such a boat, you might be searching for solutions, such as hypoallergenic cats. Hypoallergenic cat breeds are supposed to be less harmful … Read more

Why Does My Cat Stare at the Wall? 6 Reasons for This Behavior

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Cats often do things that make us owners scratch our heads. One such behavior might have you asking, “Why do cats stare at walls?” Sometimes it can seem a bit spooky, and you might wonder if your cat can see something you can’t. Below, we’ll discuss six reasons why your favorite feline stares at walls. … Read more

Why Does My Cat Sleep Between My Legs? 5 Reasons for This Behavior

cat sleeping on a woman's lap_Shutterstock_Alena Ozerova

We’re never going to understand our cats and their quirky behavior! If your cat loves to snuggle up for a nap between your legs, you might be shaking your head as to why—especially since means you can’t easily change position because you’re trapped! But for your cat, this behavior has logical reasons. If sleeping between … Read more

Cat Twitching: Symptoms, Causes & When to See a Vet

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Cats have many strange behaviors, like the peculiar chattering sound they make when they see a bird or a laser pen. But when we see their muscles begin to twitch involuntarily, it’s natural to be concerned and to look for the underlying reasons for this phenomenon. We’ve consulted with the experts to gather as many explanations … Read more