I’m sure you’ve seen it before – your cat sitting in the window or on a chair, staring up at the ceiling for seemingly no reason. But is there actually a reason why cats do this? As it turns out, there are several reasons why your cat may be staring at the ceiling, and each…
I was in my store room digging out holiday decorations when I noticed movement in the corner. It was a spider, and my cat was eyeing it up. Before I could shoo the spider away, my cat pounced on it and started nibbling on its web. I had never seen anything like it before and…
I was reading a journal about tropical fruits and their benefits when I came across an article discussing the guava. Guavas are native to tropical America and have many health benefits including being a good source of fiber, vitamins C and A, and containing lycopene, which is an antioxidant. I was curious if this fruit…
When I hear the word “daisies,” my first association is not with my cat but rather with a beautiful flower. However, while writing and researching, I discovered that many individuals on the internet are looking for information about whether or not their cats can eat daisies. So, I researched a little bit and found my…
It was last Thursday night. I was in my room, on my laptop, when I saw a notification pop up on my screen. It was from one of my friends, and it said “Can cats eat ranch dressing?” My initial reaction was to shrug it off and go back to what I was doing. But…
Grits are a type of cornmeal that is popular in the Southern United States. They are usually boiled in water or milk and served as a side dish. Some people also add butter, cheese, or other toppings to their grits. While grits are safe for humans to eat, there is debate about whether or not…
Every one knows that black cats are sweet. They are known for their loving and affectionate nature, and they make great companions. But why are black cats so sweet? There are a few reasons why black cats are known for being sweet. One reason is that they tend to be very loyal and loving towards…
Most people are familiar with the image of a cat batting at a toy with its paw, but have you ever wondered why cats slap things with their paws? While there are a number of possible explanations, the most likely one is that cats are trying to capture their prey. When a cat slaps at…
A cat’s litter size can range from one to eight kittens, but the average is usually between three and five. Litters of more than five are considered large, and litters of more than seven are considered very large. Some cats may have multiple litters in their lifetime, but others only have one or two. There…
Last night, I was relaxing on my couch after a long day at work, when I noticed something warm and wet seeping through the fabric. Horrified, I leapt up to find that my beloved cat had left me a ‘present’ right in the middle of my couch! Needless to say, I was not pleased. So…