Knowing which pages are most popular on my site is important, because then I know what topics my readers enjoy most. The features listed here are individual articles rather than full categories. They run the gamut of cat topics and I found the mixture quite interesting. This list is in reverse order, starting with the 10th most popular cat page.
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10. He Peed Where?

"Inappropriate elimination" is what we use to politely discuss the problem of cats peeing everywhere but in their litter boxes. It is the largest single cause of consternation among cat aficionados right up there alongside clawing furniture and drapes. Indeed, shelters cite the largest reason given by people surrendering cats is "He pees all over the house."
Even young kittens take readily to the litter box. If grown cats ignore it and seek elsewhere to urinate, the problem most often results from a medical condition, such as a UTI (urinary tract infection), or a dirty litter box.More »

9. Top Picks - Premium Dry Foods

Although many people now recognize the benefits of switching to raw or canned food for cats, dry food may always have its place in terms of convenience, especially for cat owners who are away from home for long hours during the day. These premium dry foods are the next best cat food to cans, and cats can thrive on these foods, provided they have water readily available and are fed raw or canned food at every opportunity.
Please keep in mind your own cats' age, medical condition, and nutritional needs, as there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution for feeding our cats. Also keep in mind cats' individual tastes - some cats may dislike some of these foods immediately, and some will tire of the same formula in time.More »

8. The Glorious Tabby

Tabbies are so ubiquitous that many people think of them as a breed. Not so; the tabby is a color pattern - most often stripes, but sometimes stripes and whorls, or even spots and stripes. The tabby pattern is so popular that it can be found in many pedigreed cats today, and is accepted in a number of breeds by the most popular registries.

Is it any wonder that tabby cats are so popular? They are my very favorite color pattern of cats and I can't imagine my home without a tabby.More »

7. Signs a Cat is Pregnant

Despite all efforts to education the public to the importance of spaying and neutering pet cats, it seems there will always be pregnant cats. Most of the problem is ignorance or laziness, and during the current economical crisis, too many people are putting off spaying and neutering their cats. This is simply false economy. The cost of a spay is considerably less than the cost of saving the Queen when labor goes wrong, costs of treating uterine or breast cancer, to say nothing of the costs of treating and vaccinating the litter.
Whether through their own negligence or because they have rescued a pregnant cat, it is important to first know that pregnancy exists, so proper steps can be taken. That this article is so popular is not surprising.More »

6. Cats Age Conversion Chart

Genetics, nutrition, and environment all contribute toward a cat's real age, which may be different than his physical age. With those thoughts in mind, this chart is a useful tool. Use this handy chart for quickly finding your cat's age in human years. It will help you understand the physiological changes your cat encounters as she ages, as well as anticipate and forestall age-related health problems before they start.More »

5. Why Cats Purr

Someone once asked me, "Do cats purr when they are alone?" What a great question! As I replied, it is on the order of, "If a tree falls in the woods, and there's no one there to hear it, does it make a sound?" Or - "Does the light burn inside a closed refrigerator?" Yet, by far, I think the question about cats purring is the much more fascinating of the three. Truthfully, I don't know if cats purr when they are alone. It seems likely that they do, if one understands a little about why cats purr.More »

4. Top Mistakes by New Cat Owners

Adopting your first cat is a huge step, not to be taken lightly. Although cats have a reputation for taking care of themselves, that fact does not equal "no care is necessary." Before rushing in to buy that darling kitten in the pet store window (which is a mistake in itself), take the time to do your homework, so you can avoid these common mistakes made by new cat owners. The result will be a happier and healthier cat and a long-term companionship with another living being, the like of which you never dreamed.
Although this article was originally written for the benefit of folks new to cats, I've been told many times that it should be read by all cat caregivers.More »

3. Cat Behavior 101

We human catmoms and dads often have an entirely different concept of good and bad behavior than cats do. As an example, when we see an entire roll of toilet paper shredded to confetti, our first instinct is to scold the cat. On the other paw, the kitty just finished a terrific round of prey-play. That soft white "mouse" never knew what hit him. Understanding how cats think can go a long way in understand his behavior, then correcting it when indicated. Behavioral problems in cats, such as avoiding the litterbox or destructive scratching can be corrected by first eliminating physical causes, then using a program of gradual retraining, with the help of these resources. Remember that there are no bad cats, only uninformed cat caregivers.More »

2. How to Tell if Your Cat is in Heat

Female cats that are not spayed will eventually come into heat (technically called oestrus), and the signs are unambiguous, once you know what to look for. Here are some behavioral symptoms to watch for if you suspect your diva is in heat. Once you have confirmed that your cat is in heat you can take steps to prevent future problems, i.e. have her spayed.More »

1. Cats Photo Quiz - Boy Cat or Girl Cat

From the first day I published this quiz, it has consistently been the #1 most favorite page on my site. The quiz is really very simple. There are 20 total questions, each with a photo of a different cat. You may choose your own difficulty level by selecting all 20 questions, 10, 8, 6, or 4. Study the picture, then select your best guess. Although you could get a clue from the image link, try not to cheat. This is a javascript-based quiz, so be sure your browser supports javascript.More »