Treating cats with alternative measures is a positive step towards their ultimate well-being. Unlike medical antibiotics which can be toxic to a cat's liver and kidneys, trigger life-threatening allergies and kill their digestive flora, herbal antibiotics have no harmful side effects.Three powerful,

January epitomizes the winter season with snow, sleet, and ice. Our pictures of silver and solid blue cats reflect the colors of icicles hanging from the roof, frozen ponds, and the cool blue color of the sky. Enjoy our January blue cats pictures, whose soft, warm, cuddly appearances belie the cold

Just like with humans, if someone comes too close to a litter of kittens, especially if they are very young, the female queen will become very aggressive. Even if your cat is normally very placid towards you, maternal instincts will kick in and she may become aggressive. Find out about cat maternal

Norvasc rarely causes side effects in cats.cat image by milemarsovac from Fotolia.comAlthough Norvasc (amlodipine besylate) is a human drug, veterinarian Wendy C. Brooks says the calcium channel blocker is also a "popular" medication for treating high blood pressure in cats. High blood...

You have decided that you want a kitten. Kittens are cute and funny in the early days, and will be easy to train.

Dressing as a cat for masquerades and holidays is a popular choice for both adults and children. However, costume options can be limited by taking the customary ears-on-a-headband approach. Crafting your own wig allows for greater creativity. You can select a look to match your personality or use th

Cats are wonderful pets - they are playful, they are affectionate, they purr because they are happy to be near you. However, they have a serious disadvantage - they scratch on your furniture, on your carpets and curtains. Cat owners often see their expensive sofa or antique table completely destroye

The About.com Cats site has a Cat Picture of the Week feature posted on the main page each week. This gallery is starting fresh for the year 2008, and my intent is to post subsequent galleries each year. Other Cat of the Week galleries are linked here. I do not accept photos submitted directly for &

Cats have unique dietary needs. They are true carnivores and require a higher content of protein for optimal health. A proper diet is important for a long and healthy life and they can benefit from a high quality supplement

Cats who like to sit in window sills can cause a number of problems both for themselves and for your window or its screen. Protecting the window sill for and from the cat involves a simple solution that will satisfy both you and your pet. Making a window sill cover may not be enough to protect your

Clumping cat litter can cause constipation and intestinal blockage when ingested. According to the ASPCA, dangers arise only when the litter becomes a meal; Trace amounts ingested via self-grooming have not proved dangerous in scientific studies. Alternative litters prevent potential health issues a

Cats suffering from insulin shock, also referred to as hypoglycemia or low blood sugar, can exhibit signs of ill health such as depression and tremors. Insulin shock can also be fatal, so it's important to know the facts.

Giving a cat a pill can be a nightmare.No cat wants something shoved down his throat, and he will fight you tooth and nail to prevent it. Although most cats are small in size, you'd be quite amazed with how much power they actually have.There are ways that you can get your cat to take his pills

Have you ever found yourself wanting to claw your hair out in frustration because your cat still insists upon clawing your furniture to bits, even though you have spent a considerable sum of money on getting it a scratching post specifically for it to use? Frustrating is not even the word here becau

Cutest Cat Contestant Lakota Snow. Is your cat the cutest cat in the world? About.com is pleased to announce the Cutest Cat Picture Contest. Please read the rules carefully, then submit your Cutest Cat photo by following these Guidelines.

Cats love to sleep. And they tend to sleep on any flat surface, a behavior that can cover your entire house with cat hair. To try to fix this problem, you could make a bed especially for your cat that is more comfortable and stylish than any other place in your house. This cat bed is made from a bas

Several companies that manufacture and sell pet foods also donate items to victims of natural and man-made disasters such as earthquakes, floods and wildfires. Many of these companies don't donate directly to individuals, but to animal advocacy groups and shelters whose members distribute the food a

March marks the first month of Spring, when the earth is rich with promises of things to be. Tabby cats are almost as old as Mother earth herself, and are the epitome of Catness in all its wonder and glory. This month we salute our Tabby Cat friends as the cats for March's Cat Picture Calendar

So you can not resist the graceful charms of the feline species around and want to befriend one of them? Well the most important thing you need to know before proceeding with your pet commitment is - how to provide for all its necessities in a proper manner and the most important consideration relat