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If you share your life with a cat, you know how wonderfully playful, intelligent, independent, and affectionate felines can be. However, you may have some questions about how to care for her, keep her happy and safe indoors, or identify potential health problems. This section will address these and other issues that face those who enjoy the companionship of a cat.

Caring For Your Cat: The Top Ten Essentials - Although your cat may act independent and be litter-trained, he still counts on you to provide him with food, water, safe shelter, regular veterinary care, companionship, and more. Take care of these ten essentials, and you'll be guaranteed to develop a rewarding relationship with your feline companion.
Harness Training For Cats - In many cities and towns, it is against the law to let a cat go unleashed off your property. Try to make your cat an indoor cat if he isn’t already, or an indoor/outdoor cat that is allowed out only when he is on a leash or in a large pen. Check out our tips to keep your cat safe.
How Do Cats Purr? - Purring is a fascinating and very common behaviour in cats. Everyone has a different theory about how and why cats purr. Until recently, however, no one knew exactly how the sound was produced. Find out how in this fascinating article.
How Smart Is Your Cat? - Does your cat watch TV, open cupboard doors or windows? Find out why cats do the things they do in this article.
Introducing Your New Cat To Your Other Pets - It is important to have realistic expectations when introducing a new pet to a resident pet. Some cats are more social than other cats. Slow introductions help prevent fearful and aggressive problems from developing.
The Indoor Cat - If you want your cat to live a long and healthy life, keep her inside. If you allow your cat to wander around on her own, without your supervision, she is susceptible to many tragedies. Find out why your cat should be an indoor cat in this article.
The Ins and Outs of Cat Care - Did you know that the average life span of a free-roaming cat is about three years, compared to 15 - 18 years for an indoor cat? Find out how to transition your outdoor cat to become an indoor cat in this article.
Thinking About Getting A Kitten? - Be kind, think and plan carefully before you get a kitten. Are you ready to take on the responsibility of looking after a cat? This article will help you make that decision.

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