If you’re like all of us at the CatNipTimes, your cats are definitely part of any Valentine’s Day festivities.

Most people consider their kitten to be their first baby, but what happens if you're planning on bringing home a newborn? Check out these helpful tips so you can continue being cat mom or cat dad of the year while prepping for your new arrival.

Cats have different temperaments, so it can be hard to be sure you’re creating a positive introduction. However, cats are also very instinctual and there are some things you can do to help the process run smoothly!

Summer is finally within reach, and for many people, so are summer vacations. If you’re planning a trip and leaving your feline behind, make sure they are in good hands with a qualified pet sitter!

Cats typically make wonderful pets and companions, but occasionally your cat might display surprising behaviors and changes in personality that could be aggressive. With proper handling and training, aggressive cats can return to being the happy, contented feline friends they once were.

Your cats are very particular about keeping themselves clean… but wouldn’t it be nice if they had opposable thumbs and could do the same for your home?

Learning to remove fear from vet visits is really important for you and your cat and can help improve the quality of life they experience!

Tips If You Have to Rehome Your Cat By Angela Marcus, The Catnip Times What are you to do if the inconceivable happens and you need to rehome your cat? Unless they are a regular foster parent, no one ever takes a cat into their home thinking, “I’ll have to find you a home one day.” But, too often, the unexpected happens: A family member becomes allergic. Your new job requires a move and the [...]

Tips for Choosing a Pet-Friendly Roommate By Robert Lanterman, The Catnip Times Roommates can be great and they can also be a challenge. If you’ve ever had a roommate and a pet, you may have experienced the struggle of living with someone who isn’t quite as pet-savvy as you. Their lack of sophistication with pets doesn’t necessarily mean that they don’t like pets, and it may just mean they’re inexperienced in being a caretaker. [...]

How to Care for a Long-haired Cat By Dana Mack, The Catnip Times If you can cite mini tumbleweeds of fur rolling across your feet as a common occurrence, you’re probably the owner of a long-haired cat. They’re beautiful (and they know it), but seriously, you’ve had to apologize to guests one too many times for finding fur in their food. You might not think of cats’ grooming needs as anything beyond a good [...]