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How to Choose the Right Toy for Your Cat

June 7, 2023 By: Summer Samba9 Comments

Summer explains the different types of cat play, and how to use this info to choose the right toy for your cat.

I have pretty specific tastes in cat toys, and I bet your cat does too! Here’s how to discover them.

Why Your Cat Falls Over in a Harness (or Clothes), Plus Solution!

May 16, 2023 By: Summer Samba9 Comments

Somali cat in harness, staring at treat

Don’t give up if you put a harness on your cat and they just fall over. There’s a reason, and a way to get them used to wearing it.

Keeping Your Indoor Cat Happy: Four Solutions

May 9, 2023 By: Summer Samba11 Comments

Summer offers four solutions for keeping your indoor cat happy, and satisfying their instinctive, wild natures.

It’s better for your cat’s health and safety to live indoors…but you also need to keep them engaged and enjoying life! Here are some suggestions.

Feline Injection Site Sarcoma – What You Need to Know About This Dreaded and Deadly Cancer

April 27, 2023 By: Summer Samba25 Comments

Summer explains the basics of feline injection site sarcoma, and what cat owners need to know, plus the story of Basil, a cat who has it.

Feline Injection Site Sarcoma is an awful cancer, but everyone with a cat should be aware of it! Here is why.

Happy National High Five Day! Fun Facts and How-Tos

April 19, 2023 By: Summer Samba11 Comments

It's National High Five Day, and Summer has some facts, along with a quick tutorial on how to teach high five to your cat.

It’s National High Five Day! You know how much I love high fives, and I’ve got some facts, fun, and a quick tutorial for you.

Thank You, Ashley

April 9, 2023 By: Summer Samba29 Comments

Ashley Morrison was a kitten rescuer and incredible young woman. And last week, she ended her own life. Here are my thoughts about her, and her mission, as a therapy cat.

Is Salt Toxic to Cats? How Much Is Too Much?

April 6, 2023 By: Summer Samba12 Comments

Is salt toxic to cats? Summer looks at salt poisoning, and when cat owners really need to be concerned about it.

People seem to be very concerned about salt being toxic to cats! Here is what you need to know, and when to seek veterinary advice.

The Five Feline Personality Types: Which Is Your Cat?

March 28, 2023 By: Summer Samba15 Comments

Summer lists the five feline personality types, according to scientists and describes the traits of each of them. Which is your cat?

Scientists have discovered five feline personality types. Let’s see which one I am…and which one your cat is!

Did Your Cat Say You Could Do That? Why Consent Is Important

March 15, 2023 By: Summer Samba10 Comments

Most people don't realize how important consent it in a cat-human relationship. Summer explains why, and how it works.

Consent is something you don’t see discussed often in the cat world! And it should be. Here’s why.

What Dog People Get Wrong About Cats

March 1, 2023 By: Summer Samba12 Comments

Some dog people actively hate cats. Why? Summer lists some things that dog people get wrong about cats - and what the truth really is.

Why do some (although certainly not all!) dog people hate cats? A lot of times it’s because they don’t understand us! Here’s what they get wrong, and what the truth really is.

MY 8 Cat Life Lessons (May Be Different From Your Cat’s Life Lessons)

February 21, 2023 By: Summer Samba10 Comments

Summer offers 8 cat life lessons for humans... at least her own version!

All cats have life lessons for their humans. Here are 8 of mine, which may be a little different.

Five Ways You Damage Your Bond With Your Cat (and What to Do Instead)

February 15, 2023 By: Summer Samba14 Comments

Here are some ways you may be sabotaging your relationship with your cat. But don’t worry, I also have ways to fix them.

Zoomies: Why We Cats Do That – 5 Fast Facts

February 8, 2023 By: Summer Samba14 Comments

Why do cats have Zoomies? Summer offers up five facts about zoomies, and how humans can cope with this natural but crazy behavior.

Zoomies! Nearly every cat has them occasionally. Here are five fast facts for humans to know about them.

How Does a Cat Brain Work? And Are We Really Smarter Than You?

February 1, 2023 By: Summer Samba13 Comments

How does a cat brain work? Summer offers some facts about cats' brains, and whether sometimes they really are smarter than humans.

Are we kitties as smart as we think we are? Here are some facts about cat brains, and how they work!

Why Cats Blep – Is There Even a Meaning?

January 24, 2023 By: Summer Samba13 Comments

Summer looks at why cats blep, and is there even a meaning to them blepping at all.

Even though humans swoon over those tiny tongues, otherwise known as bleps, little is known about them for sure! But here’s what I’ve got for you.

How to Tell What Breed Your Cat Is (and Does It Matter?)

January 4, 2023 By: Summer Samba15 Comments

If you have ever wondered what breed your cat is, this is a must-read!

Will My Cat Forget Me? And Other Questions About Cat Memory, Answered

December 27, 2022 By: Summer Samba11 Comments

Many humans wonder - will my cat forget me? Summer answers this, and other questions about cat memory.

If you ever wondered if your cat will forget you, I think I have good news!

7 Surprising Holiday Items That Are Dangerous to Cats

November 29, 2022 By: Summer Samba9 Comments

Some holiday dangers aren't obvious, and Summer has listed 7 that could potentially harm cats, plus suggestions on what to do.

I love the holiday season! But my human is mindful of the dangers during this time. Here are 7 of them that are less well known.

Why Don’t Cats Understand No?

November 15, 2022 By: Summer Samba12 Comments

Summer explains why cats don't understand no, and offers some tips to help discourage bad behaviors.

Have you ever noticed that cats don’t know no means no? If you want to cross that kitty language gap, I have some tips for you!

How Do You Train a Cat? Easy! These 7 Tips Make It a Fun Game

November 8, 2022 By: Summer Samba9 Comments

Somali cat giving a high five

What’s the use of training your cat if you get frustrated and the cat is unhappy? It should be a fun game. Here are 7 tips to make it just that!

Does Your Cat Listen to You? Science Says Yes and So Do I!

October 25, 2022 By: Summer Samba8 Comments

Does your cat listen to you? Do they even know you are talking to them? A recent study says yes, and Summer adds feline-centric details.

If you think your cat isn’t listening to you – or even knows you are talking to them – guess again! A new study shows they know more than you think.

Do Cats Understand the Meaning of High Fives?

October 18, 2022 By: Summer Samba17 Comments

Summer loves giving high fives... but do cats understand the meaning of high fives? Here is the answer.

I love giving high fives! But do you think I really know what they are, and what they mean? I have an answer for you that I hope satisfies you!

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