Lifestyle

There are products made especially for cleaning after our pets. But there are some ordinary household products that can help, too.

Is there ever an appropriate reason to deprive your cat of its sharp nails? Experts weigh in.

We try to believe that our cats are free from our idiosyncratic rituals. We like to think that our cats fit into our lives...

Providing a temporary home for four-legged babies can be extremely rewarding for all.

We humans are often quite offended when our cats mark inside our houses. It is true that some marking behavior can have unpleasant consequences....

Getting your cat to stop scratching certain objects requires a two-pronged approach. Heres some help in redirecting the behavior.

Smokey, Felix, Mittens, Tigger - what has been your inspiration when naming a feline friend? Many methods abound.

In 1999 Dave Duffield, founder of PeopleSoft, Inc., and his wife, Cheryl, established Maddies Fund - and gave animal shelter medicine a much-needed shot in the arm. The foundation, which is named after the couples beloved miniature schnauzer, is helping to finance the creation of a no-kill nation. In September 2005 Maddies Fund awarded Cornell Universitys College of Veterinary Medicine a $1.7 million grant to educate veterinarians and veterinary students in the field of animal…

Choosing certain fabrics for furniture can help keep cat hair at bay. Here are some other household hints to tame the problem.

Caring for cats that need extra socialization or time to get healthy provides shelters - and the animals - hope for the future.

Remodeling doesnt have to be a catastrophe for your pets. Here is some safety advice.

Kittens are irresistibly cute, but there are plenty of adult cats in need of good homes. Is your home the perfect place for one?