Category: Cat Safety
Why Cats Knead & Dogs Don’t?
Ever wonder why cats knead & dogs don’t? For one, cats are very different from dogs. Dogs live in packs. Cats are more solitary, and live by themselves. While kneading, fondly called making biscuits by many, is definitely a feline trait – you will not see dogs kneading – not all cats knead. It is…
Let’s dismiss superstitions & folklore giving black cats a bad rap
Let’s dismiss the superstitions & folklore giving black cats a bad rap. On Black Cat Appreciation Day (Aug. 17) we want to debunk the myths and celebrate how absolutely stunning they are. They make wonderful pets, but superstitions still prevail. Black cats tend to be the last to get adopted at shelters. Black cats also…
How hot is too hot to leave your pet in a parked car?
How hot is too hot to leave your pet in a parked car? At 60 degrees, it’s too hot to leave your pet in the car. It’s not just dogs that get left behind. It’s cats, kids, and other pets. And cracking windows does little to slow the spike in temperature inside the car. The…
Keep your pet safe this Fourth of July
Keep your pet safe this Fourth of July. Did you know more pets go missing over the Fourth of July weekend than any other time of year? Why? Pets don’t understand all the frivolity, noise, and celebrations surround the Fourth of July. To them, it’s scary, chaotic, and an intrusion on their daily routine. The…
Keep your cats safe this Memorial Day Weekend
Keeping your cats safe this Memorial Day weekend should be at the top of your to-do list for what traditionally marks the beginning of the summer season. Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day sort of sandwich in the 3 layers of summer, and we want to make it a safe and…
Rescuing Cat in Tree is Serious
Rescuing Cat In Tree Rescuing cat in tree is serious business. It’s a real safety issue that all cat owners need to consider. First of all, we learned there’s only one way for a cat to get out of a tree – climb down backwards, or hire a tree climber. The police and fire department…
Kitty has gone MIA
Wordless Wednesday: Tuxedo has gone MIA Has your cat ever gone missing in action in the house? The other day, Paws opened up the attic door to look for a box fan. It’s wicked hot lately, and the bedroom fan hit the dust. Didn’t want to buy one, if there was one tucked away in…
Keep kitty safe during hot Summer days
Today, Paws for Reflection, wants to take a look at how we can keep our cats safe when the temperatures soar into the 90’s and above. First of all – NEVER, NEVER, NEVER LEAVE A CAT IN A HOT CAR, EVEN WITH THE WINDOWS CRACKED! Are we screaming how important this is for your cat?…
Keep your cats & dogs safe this #Fourth of July
Pets don’t understand all the frivolity, noise, and celebrations surround the Fourth of July. To them, it’s scary, chaotic, and an intrusion on their daily routine. If your dog acts out and attacks an individual, they can hire a Riverside dog bite lawyer to file a claim or lawsuit. Contact professionals like this Orange County personal…
Pet Travel: keep pets safe all year long
Traveling safely with our pets is essential to a great vacation, no matter what time of year. And even though Jan. 2 was National Pet Travel Day, we should take heed of the safety of our traveling four foot companions all year long. By far, dogs are the most common pets people travel and vacation…
