HelpfulCat.com

Welcome to helpfulcat.com! On this website you will find cat questions and helpful cat answers. Cat behavior and health are covered here, as well as information about becoming a veterinarian and suggestions for cat names.

Cats are Great

Cats are wonderful creatures that enrich and share our lives. Here at helpfulcat.com, we can’t imagine what life would be like without our feline friends. Many cat lovers might already be familiar with some of the topics on this site, but we think there’s something here for everyone who enjoys cats, whether it be for their grace, beauty, or companionship.

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We’d love to hear about your cats! Send us your cat photos and stories at contactus@helpfulcat.com or share your photos on Flickr with the Creative Commons license and send us a link. Have a cat question? We’ll send you our thoughts on the matter, and we might even write a new article on the subject.

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introducing kitty to the litter box

Litter box training for cats and kittens

Training a cat to you use a litter box is surprisingly easy. Cats have a natural instinct to cover their urine and feces with sand or dirt, so they actually prefer to use a litter box than your carpet. However, there are several reasons why your cat might not use a litter box even if …

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catnip

What is catnip?

Catnip is a plant cats love. It is often purchased as a pouch of dried plant material and has a very herb-like quality. Some people also buy and grow their own catnip plants. Catnip for Cats When given catnip, some cats will lick or eat it, while others rub their faces on it or roll …

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Train a cat not to scratch furniture

Should I give my cat discipline?

Cats are wonderful pets, but sometimes they do things that are annoying, aggravating, and even damaging. Jumping on the counters and scratching the furniture are just a couple of examples of habits you might like to eliminate in your cat. This article will describe how to discipline a cat in nonviolent ways. Discipline a Cat, …

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cat eating grass

Is it healthy for my cat to eat grass?

Many cat owners wonder why their cats like eating grass, especially when they throw up afterward. Rest assured, this is a natural instinct and is not harmful to them. (However, keep your cats away from other kinds of plants, including most houseplants, as they are toxic to cats!) Health Benefits Eating grass is thought to …

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