Give your cat a hideaway under a chair
I’m pretty cat-obsessed, so this little item has made it to the top of my wish list. My two cats each have their own chair that they perch under to keep them safe from whatever they think might harm them (see: nothing). But that’s how cats are, and why the Cat Crib is so flippin’ awesome.
Stop tripping on your dog’s leash with a LIGHT UP LEASH OMG WUT
With the days getting shorter, it’s almost that time of year again when you trip your neighbors on your dog’s leash. Or maybe it’s that time of year when your dog takes off across the dog park and you’re like WHERE THE FUCK ARE YOU, DOG? Either way, the Pup Crawl has this light-up six-foot leash, visible from one-quarter mile away in the dark, and can wrangle up to a 60 pound dog. Added bonus: $3 from every purchase goes toward an animal welfare nonprofit!
The most epic post ever written about how to feed a cat
Many people think cats are self-sufficient, but by definition no domesticated animal can survive without human intervention. We made it that way, and we get to reap some fabulous rewards. If you think about it, cuddling a small lion is a pretty cool thing!
I’ve lived with cats all my life and spent a lot of time volunteering at my local animal shelter, and I’ve learned a thing or two in that time. I’m also one of those people who reads everything I can about things in my purview, and I’m obsessive about optimizing my systems. So here are a few cat feeding tips and tricks from my experience…
Let’s drool over vintage-inspired pet products
I’m constantly virtually shopping. I freaked out when I discovered a wonderful world of vintage-style pet products, along with toys that just cracked my shit up, AND pet-specific home decor items as a special treat for you pet owners.
9 things to do before you bring a new kitten into your home
We’ve been approved for adopting two rescue kittens from a local shelter. I wondered if there’s anything anyone would suggest to prepare for furry arrivals? Especially anything unusual, DIY, or low-cost, as we’re on a budget!
How to prepare for a pet emergency you hope never happens
Two weeks ago, we had a healthy, happy cat. And then, she abruptly died. Little Cat walked over, sat in front of us, and started a rasping heave. Something seemed weird; we knew it wasn’t a normal cat barf; we knew we needed to get to a vet, or do CPR or something. We were panicking, and we didn’t know what to do. the fact is, emergencies happen and it sucks no matter what, but being a little more prepared would have helped us feel slightly less out-of-control. So, go pet your furry buddy, hold her close, and then read the six things I wish we had done.
How can I help my cat settle in after our move?
My fiance and I have moved to a new apartment with our two cats. While one of our cats seems to have taken to it nicely, quickly finding his “spots” and settling in, the younger of the two, Tony, does not seem to be doing as well. Does anyone have any advice or suggestions to helping pets relax after a move, specifically when there are large changes to the amount of people around? Has anyone else found something similar after moving their pets?Thanks in advance for your help!
Planet-friendly bath and hygiene products… for your pets
My zeal for all things environmentally-friendly doesn’t stop with our two dogs — if anything, it intensifies. I have spent many months (and probably a small fortune) testing out various shampoos and toothpastes that are Earth-friendly AND also get along well with our whippet mix’s ultra-sensitive skin, and here are the best ones I’ve found.