Cats

In a galaxy of a cats, it’s imperative that each feline pet parent knows how to make their fur babies feel as confident as possible, especially if you’re dealing with a shy cat. With a little cat-spiration from the one and only “Cat Daddy” (Jackson Galaxy!), you can have your cat feeling as confident and secure as ever. Jackson Galaxy is a cat behaviorist and star of Animal Planet’s hit show My Cat from Hell. He’s also the author of Catify to Satisfy: Simple Solutions for Creating a Cat-Friendly Home and Cat Daddy: What the World’s Most Incorrigible Cat Taught Me About Life, Love and Coming Clean. Getting exclusive Jackson Galaxy catification tips is like being a kid in a candy store; it’s basically the best gift ever for a pet parent. If you’ve been wondering how to get your cat out from under the bed or what to do when cats are scared, you’ve come to right place! These Jackson Galaxy catfication tips are easy fixes to transform your shy cat into a cat who loves to be in the center of it all. The change of cat-titude will amaze you! Cat Daddy will help you control where your cat hides, which will also boost your cat’s confidence and help them feel safe. We’re confident (see what we did there?) that you’ll know what to do when your shy cats get scared after following these Jackson Galaxy catification tips.

Thinking about taking the plunge and getting a kitten? Kitten season, which starts in the spring and lasts through the summer, is the perfect time to adopt. What’s kitten season, you ask? It’s the peak mating season for cats, which results in an influx in cute, cuddly kittens ending up at our local shelters and rescues. (We guess us humans aren’t the only ones looking for a partner when the weather warms up!) Adopting a kitten during kitten season can help ease the strain on overcrowded shelters—and bring so much joy to your life! But should you get a kitten? Are you ready to become a cat parent? Before bringing home a feline friend, you need to make sure you’re ready to care for one for the rest of their life. Here are six signs you’re ready for the adventure.

Pet dander consists of tiny—often microscopic—skin particles that are shed by animals. These particles become airborne and can linger in the environment, sticking to surfaces like furniture, bedding, and clothing. While pet dander is most commonly associated with cats and dogs, any pet with fur or feathers, including rabbits, birds, horses, and even rodents, can produce dander.,Jump to section What Is Pet Dander? How Pet Dander Can Affect Pet Parents How To Get Rid of Pet Dander FAQs About Pet Dander

Bearded dragons are smart, curious, and enjoy spending time with people. But do they like to be held or cuddled?   Many of these reptiles seem to enjoy attention, but every beardie is different.   Learning their body language can help you know when they’re happy to be handled—and when they’d rather be left alone. 

By Paula Fitzsimmons Who doesn’t jump at the chance to pick up and hold a puppy or kitten? “They are so cute, and they look like little stuffed toys,” says Dr. Robin Downing, hospital director at The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management in Windsor, Colorado. Pick one up incorrectly, however, and you risk causing injury or losing her trust. “It is important to remember that they are delicate creatures who need us to be careful as we pick them up and carry them around,” she adds. So what precisely, is the correct way to pick up that little ball of fluff? Our experts weigh in on proper technique, practices to avoid, and how to tell if you’re picking up a puppy or kitten the wrong way.  

Q: My cat has a habit of looking at me intensely at random times, like when I’m asleep, sitting on the couch, or just arriving home. So why does my cat stare at me like this? Is it normal?  A: Yes, it’s perfectly normal for cats to stare at you. In fact, staring is one of a cat’s primary ways of communicating with humans, observing their surroundings, and expressing themselves. Cats make eye contact for many different reasons, and most of the time, it’s simply a natural part of how they interact with us.  We spoke with a certified cat behaviorist and a veterinarian to learn more about cat staring, a sometimes confusing—but undeniably adorable—feline behavior. 

If your sweet feline struggles with anxiety, a cat calming aid may be just the thing to help your sensitive friend feel less stressed. While talking to your vet should always be your first step, cat calming aids can be a useful tool for managing everything from separation anxiety to stressful situations, like vet visits, loud thunderstorms or having company over. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best calming aids for cats as rated and reviewed by Chewy pet parents like you. These best-selling and top-rated calming products have helped provide stress relief for cats who need a little extra help coping with their anxiety—so you both can enjoy less stress and more cuddles.

It’s a far-too-common scenario for pet people: You are watching the final minutes of the season finale of your favorite TV show, and just at that critical moment—your dog paws your leg and whimpers as she dashes toward the back door. She pleads with you to usher her outside so she can potty… Now! What’s the win-win solution for you and your dog? Consider installing pet doors, either in your back door, your sliding patio door and even between the studs in your wall. And let’s not overlook your indoor-outdoor cats, who can be trained to enter and exit a feline-sized cat door. These days, pet doors come in many styles, materials and exciting features. Let’s take a closer look at some choices.

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