Cat ownership has its ups and downs. Although relaxing with a lazy cat in your lap is nice, cats sometimes behave in ways you cannot understand. One problem some cats experience is pooping outside of the litter box. This behavior can come on suddenly, but there is almost always an explanation. Below, we discuss 10… Read More
Author: Cassandra Kyser
Cassandra is a professional writer from the Upper Midwest of the U.S. Most of her writing centers around animals, but she's been known to dabble in fiction as well. Her favorite topics to write about are cats, dogs, pets in general, parenting, and food. Cassandra shares her home with two rescue pets: Harley, a beagle, and Liam, a Siamese mix.
Chow Chows are loyal pets. They generally don’t care for other dogs but are affectionate and protective of their humans. The breed is on the quieter side, only barking when alarmed. Compared to other medium-sized dogs, Chow Chows require less exercise and only need one or two walks a day. All these traits make the… Read More
It’s hard to interpret a cat’s behavior. Are your kitty’s aloofness and stubbornness due to a lack of intelligence, or are they smart but just don’t care what you think? These questions have long plagued cat lovers everywhere. It’s not easy to determine how intelligent cats are compared to humans. We’re both mammals, but that’s… Read More
Your pet cat may be domesticated, but they never lost their prey drive. Felines have an instinct to chase and swat at moving objects. That’s why laser pointers and wand toys are so much fun! You may even catch your kitty chasing insects from time to time. Centipedes are one bug your cat may run… Read More
The bird of paradise flower (Strelitzia reginae) is native to tropical regions. When in bloom, its colorful petals resemble birds in flight. With the proper care, you can grow a bird of paradise indoors. For anyone with a green thumb, this is a stunning plant to have in your home. But is this plant safe… Read More