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A space where we share what we’ve learned, experienced, and discovered in our journey with cats and smart pet living. Here, you’ll find our personal reflections, practical insights, and updates from latest events. Whether it’s a deep dive into feline behaviour, a behind-the-scenes look at new technology, or stories from our community of cat parents, each piece is written with one goal in mind: to help you and your cat live better, smarter, and happier together.

HELP! My Cat Is Peeing Everywhere After Being Neutered

Is Post-Neuter Urination Normal? Sterilization is a surgical procedure where the reproductive organs are removed to prevent unwanted behaviours and pregnancies, as well as to prevent diseases in both male and female cats. Castration can also be done through a hormonal implant (chemical castration), which is temporary and not permanent. It is not expected that…

Understanding the Feline Urinary System

The urinary system is a vital system in felines that serves many functions, notably filtering the blood and excreting waste in the form of urine, maintaining water and electrolyte balance in the body, and producing erythropoietin and renin, which play essential roles in blood cell production and blood pressure regulation, respectively. The urinary system consists of…

Automatic vs Traditional Litter Boxes: Which One Should You Get?

As a cat parent, one of the first things you need to purchase is a cat litter box. You have several options, from traditional litter boxes to self-cleaning or automatic litter boxes. Both options have their pros and cons, making it difficult for any cat parent to determine which is best for their needs. So,…

Supporting Healthy Bowel Movements in Senior Cats

As cats age, many significant physiological changes occur throughout their bodies, several of which have a direct effect on their digestive system. Having a good understanding of these changes is crucial for any cat owner who wants to help their furry friend age comfortably and healthily. Senior cats often require a higher level of monitoring…

Frequency of Your Cat’s Bowel Movements: How Often Should Do Their Business and What Affects Their Routine

I’ll never forget Milo, a four-year-old shorthair brought in after three days without a bowel movement. His owners weren’t panic-stricken at first; they figured skipping a day or two was just a quirk. Little did they know, Milo was constipated because he was dehydrated and had no fiber in his diet. But, after we adjusted…

Say Goodbye to Litter Trails: Smart Ways to Prevent Litter Tracking

Whether you have one cat or many cats, litter tracking is one of the most troublesome parts of being a cat parent. Cat litter is often very hard to clean because of its size and because each type creates a different mess. Switching litters in the middle of your cat’s adjustment period once you discover…

Parasites and Cat: Common Parasites in Cats & How They Can Affect Bowel Movements

Why Parasites Are Common in Cats 1. Grooming behaviour: serves to maintain the hygiene of the fur and skin. However, this increases the risk of exposure to flea and tick eggs, as well as eggs or larval stages of intestinal parasites. 2. Hunting behaviour: by ingesting their prey such as small rodents or birds, cats…

Straining in the Litter Box: Why Cats Strain and When to Worry

Straining behaviour is never normal in cats. Often, it can be attributed to minor discomforts, which can be easily managed, but in rarer cases, it has the potential to become life-threatening within hours.