Town Cats Communications

06Jul 2021 by Town Cats Communications

Sunflower finds the perfect home!

Sunflower came to us as a senior cat with hyperthyroidism. She was very underweight, however, with monthly vet visits and blood tests we were able to stabilize her thyroid. As a senior cat finding homes is always a challenge, let alone a senior with medical needs. Her loving and affectionate demeanor won the hearts of a young couple who were looking for a friend for their older cat. Having had experience with cats with special needs they were willing to give her the loving home she deserves. Sunflower has settled in with the young couple's family and their older cat. Sunflower also had her thyroid medication readjusted and she is showing signs of having it improved! She has been eating some good food, enjoying watching her dad cook nightly dinners…

09Aug 2019 by Town Cats Communications

Pet Cats Can Be Pretty Wild Too

All Posts, Cat Blog Articles, Current "Mews"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Amy Hsueh, Town Cats Volunteer Interested in volunteering?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anybody who has ever owned a cat knows that cats cannot be bossed around. Even the friendliest, cuddliest cat in the world comes to you for affection, not vice versa. Cats are aloof, independent free thinkers - and it turns out, there's good reason for that. Pet cats are, essentially, wild animals.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] The Wild Cat According to a study published by Nature Ecology & Evolution, domesticated cats - our cute, cuddly pets that sleep with us every night - are almost genetically identical to their wildcat counterparts. There are very few differences in the two species' DNA: one of the main ones being the iconic tabby stripes of the pet cat. They look and act the same, which is why you…

27Mar 2019 by Town Cats Communications

Is The Feeling Mutual?

Cat Blog Articles

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="16982" img_size="full" alignment="center"][vc_column_text]So you are lucky enough to be the proud parent of a cat. Or two. Or three. Or however many (no judgment here as long as they are all safe, happy, and cared for). You are enamored with their cute little faces, the whiskers that tickle when they come to push your head off of your own pillow, their plaintive little meows when they are buttering you up for a treat or to play with them, but is the feeling mutual? How can you tell for sure if your kitty who can be as standoffish one day as s/he is seemingly affectionate the next truly care for you as much as you do for it? Here are some likely signs that you have won a special spot…

27Mar 2019 by Town Cats Communications

Car Travel with a Cat

Cat Blog Articles

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="16978" img_size="full" alignment="center"][vc_column_text]By Tom Hewitt Edited by April Jones Many cats do not like being in a moving vehicle because it’s an unusual and disorienting experience for them. Even short trips, such as going to the vet, can be problematic because the cat might act out in a way that could be distracting to the driver and potentially dangerous. If you have a kitten, you might consider driving with it a few times for short periods to introduce it to the experience of riding in a car so that it won’t be upset later in life when it’s transported. If your cat is mature, though, and unfamiliar with the experience, there are steps you can take to ensure your own safety and your cat’s wellbeing: Place your cat in…

02Feb 2019 by Town Cats Communications

Cat Deities

Cat Blog Articles

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="16855" img_size="full" alignment="center"][vc_column_text]By Becky Reape Cats have a knack—usually after you have allowed them into your heart and home—of sometimes acting like they are holier-than-thou. I mean, it’s with good reason. They are adorable, brilliant creatures so it makes sense that on occasion they will feel superior. Or in some cases most occasions. However, they are not to blame for this because we humans have been worshipping them for years. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]When we think of societies that have worshipped cats, the ancient Egyptians are usually the most well-known. Not surprising since they worshipped a half-woman, half-cat goddess called Bastet. They also had other cat-centric deities including Mafdet and Sekhmet. The ancient Egyptians viewed cats as magical creatures and often lavished them with jewels. Penalties for injuring or killing a cat…

02Feb 2019 by Town Cats Communications

Sweets For Your Sweet

Cat Blog Articles

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="16849" img_size="full" alignment="center"][vc_column_text]By Becky Reape Valentine’s Day is just around the corner so why not brush up on some ways to show your feline friend that you love them? Here are some ideas to bond with your kitty.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] Treats. Who doesn’t love an indulgent little treat for Valentine’s Day (or any other time if we are being honest)? Did you know that you can make little treats for your cat at home? Mix a light sprinkle of catnip with a little pinch of canned tuna (you can even form it into a heart shape if you like) and bake it in the oven until it’s warm. But don’t forget that this is a special treat, so only give kitty a small amount. Too much fat or sugar in your…