The holiday season is a beautiful time for new additions to the family, including kittens and cats. If you are a current or potential cat owner, the topic of scratching—and sometimes, the drastic measure of declawing—may have crossed your mind. Fortunately, there are...
Leaving your beloved cat at home while you travel is often the kindest choice for their emotional well-being. Unlike dogs, most cats thrive on routine and are highly sensitive to new environments. Keeping them in their own kingdom—with their familiar scents,...
Alright, fellow pet parents, buckle up! We’re about to embark on a journey through the ever-shifting landscape of the calendar, specifically focusing on how those glorious (and sometimes chaotic) transitions from summer’s lazy haze to autumn’s crisp...
Kristin Weis, the heart behind KC Kitties, is a leading voice in cat rescue photography, dedicating the last decade to the well-being of cats in our community. Her journey began unexpectedly in 2014 when she and her husband, Joe, took in their first two bottle-baby...
The first rays of sunlight pierce my bedroom window, and I feel it. A gentle, insistent prod. My nose. My cheek. A little paw tap-dancing on my eyeball. I sigh, a long, weary exhalation that could power a small sailboat. “Tony,” I whisper, but the name is...
As a loving pet parent, you’re always on the lookout for ways to enrich your cat’s life, spark their playful side, and maybe even offer a little help with stress or boredom. Enter Nepeta cataria, more commonly known as catnip – a seemingly unassuming herb with...
