Common Urinary Tract Issues in Cats (and Smart Home Prevention)
Common Urinary Tract Issues in Cats (and Smart Home Prevention) Vet disclaimer: This article is educational and not a diagnosis. If your cat shows urinary signs, call your veterinarian. Caring for a cat means watching the quiet details—how long she’s in the box, whether clumps look smaller, how often she visits the water bowl. Urinary […]
Creating a Catio (Outdoor Enclosure): Tips & Must-Haves — List Guide
Trainer/Vet note: A catio is only enrichment if it feels safe. Build for shade, security, and choice. Always supervise the first several sessions and microchip/ID your cats. A well-planned catio brings the outdoors in—sunbeams, breezes, bird TV—without free-roaming risks. Use this step-by-step list to design a safe, cozy, and low-maintenance enclosure your cat will actually […]
Teaching Cats to Use a Leash & Harness (List Guide)
Trainer note: Leash walks for cats are about enrichment, not miles. Start indoors, go slow, and let your cat set the pace. Never attach a leash to a collar—use a well‑fitted harness only. Leash-and-harness training gives indoor cats safe outdoor enrichment—new smells, sights, and sun—without the risks of free-roaming. Use this step-by-step list to make […]
Clicker Training for Cats: How to Start (List Guide)
Trainer note: Keep sessions short (30–90 seconds), end on a win, and never lure or force. Click = reward. If your cat walks away, the session is over. Yes—cats love clicker training. The click marks the exact moment your cat does the right thing, and the treat that follows makes them want to repeat it. […]
How to Tell if Your Cat Is in Pain (Cats Mask Sickness)
Vet-noted reminder: Cats are experts at hiding pain. This guide is educational, not a diagnosis. If you’re worried, contact your veterinarian. Cats evolved to mask weakness—so by the time you notice a problem, your cat may have been uncomfortable for days or weeks. Here’s a practical, step-by-step way to spot pain early and help your […]