We might question our communication skills, or think our cat “isn’t getting it.” We thought we declared an area or action off limits, and yet our normally cooperative cat finds a new way to get or do what they want. This might actually mean two interlocking things: that the cat wants this very much, and [...]
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Keeping Cats Out of the Trash
It’s not difficult to see the appeal a helpless garbage can holds for our cat. What are the best ways to keep our cats out of our potentially messy trash? Each trash can is approached by the cat for a certain purpose. They might need to be persuaded to leave each one alone in somewhat [...]
Cat Proof the Computer
Cats love computers. But this is an unrequited love. It’s distressing to have a cat walking across our keyboard, rearranging the wires, or playing hockey with our flash drive. Why are cats so fascinated? There’s the practical side: computers move and make noises and hold the promise of enjoyable interaction. There’s the abstract side: we [...]
Cats Who Love Packing Materials
It’s always a great day when we get a box delivered. We might have noticed cats think so too. The box is full of interesting new smells. They want to share the excitement of opening it up. They are curious about what it might contain. And… they love packaging. more animals While we regard packing [...]
At War with Paper Products
Why do cats love to shred things like paper towels, tissues, and, especially, toilet paper? Well, the short answer is: because it’s fun. more cat pictures Unlike delicate breakables, which make a loud warning noise when they expire, there’s no negative side, for the cat, from the wholesale destruction of paper products. It’s just soft, [...]
