The Horayra Blog
A specialist blog about cat health, nutrition and care
My Child Wants a Cat — Part 1
It’s something so many children ask for — and parents are often torn between saying yes or no, worried that their child might get bitten or scratched, or that the pet might be hurt, intentionally or not. In this article, we share the best tips and practices for handling this innocent request... There’s no doubt that cats make a wonderful addition ...
Cat Vaccinations: What Every Owner Should Know
Essential Vaccinations for Kittens and Adult Cats Vaccinations help protect your cat from serious infectious diseases and stop them from passing infections on to other animals in your home or neighborhood. Getting your cat vaccinated is one of the most important things you can do in your first few weeks as a cat owner. When Should Cats Be ...
Cat Breeds: 10 Popular Breeds and Their Personalities
How Do I Know My Cat’s Breed? In this article, we look at ten popular cat breeds and the personality traits each is known for. To be fair, we believe every cat has a unique personality of her own — and a unique bond with you. Even so, breed does shape personality to some extent, and some breeds show typical characteristics. ...
My Cat Is Pregnant: How Do I Care for Her? — Part 2
If your cat is showing signs of pregnancy, or you suspect she may have become pregnant during mating season, the first step is to take her to the vet. In this article, we share the best tips and practices for handling this innocent request... It’s hard to confirm a pregnancy until a cat is around three to four weeks along. Even ...
My Cat Is Pregnant: How Do I Care for Her? — Part 1
Cat experts generally recommend spaying or neutering all pet cats, to work toward a world without stray and homeless cats — which is why, ideally, your cat would be spayed before a pregnancy happens. Everything You Need to Know About Caring for a Pregnant Cat Maybe you planned for your cat to have kittens, maybe it simply happened — life ...