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6 Signs of Aging in Cats

Learn what age qualifies your cat as "senior", how to spot signs that she's entering her senior years and tips on how to care for her as she gets older.
Kitten Psychology: Understanding What Your Cat is Thinking

To provide your kitten with the best possible care, it is important to understand her. Learn more about what your kitten thinks and does.
All About Cat Kneading

Learn the reasons why your cat likes to knead, as well as how proper grooming can allow her to knead safely and without scratching you.
How Cats Show Affection to Their Humans

Discover some common ways that cats show love for their owners. Learn to recognize these signs of affection, even though they might seem a little bizarre.
Signs That Your Cat is Grieving & How You Can Help

Learn what cats go through during times of loss of another animal or human in the household, and understand whether they grieve or not.
10 Fun Ways Cats Wake Up Their Owners

Learn why cats waking up owners is a long-standing tradition between pet and pet parent. Sometimes, it's the funniest part of your relationship.
How to Handle Cat Spraying

Spraying can be the sign of a larger urinary health issue for cat. Learn what it means and what you can do to help remedy it

Abyssinian Cat Breed - Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet

Among the most popular cat breeds, the Abyssinian is easy to care for, and a joy to have in your home. They’re affectionate cats and love both people and other animals.
American Curl Cat Breed - Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet

Read about the American Curl cat breed including facts, history, personality traits, and what it
American Shorthair Cat Breed - Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet

Discover what it
American Wirehair Cat Breed - Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet

Discover the personality and physical traits associated with the American Wirehair cat breed, as well as information about its history.
Balinese Cat Breed - Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet

Learn about the Balinese cat breed including physical and personality traits, history, and living with one at home.
Bengal House Cat Breed - Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet

Better understand your Bengal Housecat breed by learning more about it.
Bombay Cat Breed - Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet

Learn more about your Bombay cat and read about it

Allergic Dermatitis | Hill's Pet

Discover some of the signs of feline skin conditions, how to help improve them, and when to consult your veterinarian about your cat's skin health.
Cats with Sensitive Skin: Looking Beneath the Fur

Provide the best possible treatment for cats with sensitive skin by spotting the signs, knowing the causes, and understanding the remedies. Learn more now.
Cat Life Stages: Providing the Best Care for Your Cat at Any Age

From the kitten stage to the geriatric cat stage, learn the six cat life stages and tips for providing the best care for your cat at any stage of her life.
Allergy and Food Intolerance

Understand how food allergies and intolerances present themselves in cats, and what you can do to prevent and care for cats with allergies.
Diabetes Mellitus

Know the causes of diabetes in felines to better understand how to prevent it in your cat. Ask your vet for treatment options.
Serious Illness, Accidents and Surgery

Illness, Accidents and Surgeries are an unfortunate consequence of life even for cats. Understand how nutrition can play a role in your cat's recovery.
Weight Management

Obesity affects more than 30 percent of cats in America. Learn how you can properly feed and exercise your cat to improve its weight management.

Vegan Cat Food for Carnivorous Felines?

Discover what vegan or vegetarian cat food is, and why it is not the best choice to feed your carnivorous cat.
The Effects of Catnip on Your Cat

Learn what catnip is, and whether or not it is safe to give to your cat and any side effects associated with catnip.
Protein and your cat's special needs

You probably already know that proteins are important for your own good health, and your cat needs them, too.
The right ingredients: Cornerstone of good cat nutrition

Nutrients can be found in a variety of sources, but the right ingredients help deliver optimal nutrition for optimal health.
Important Ingredients to Look For in Cat Treats

Learn more about the ingredients in cat treats and how the,y impact your cat's overall health and happiness.
The right food for your kitten

Choose a kitten food with precise nutrition to help them grow into a happy, healthy cat. Learn how Hill's Science Diet meets your Kitten's needs.
Hill's Cat Foods: A Healthy Choice for Your Cat

Selecting the right food for your kitten is a key to quality nutrition and a long, healthy life. Learn more about how to select the right kitten food.

DIY Cat Toys Your Feline Friend Will Love

Discover how to make three creative DIY cat toys out of homemade items. Cats get bored very easily, which is why you need to keep her interest.
Cat Workouts and Exercise Tips

Keep your cat happy and healthy by ensuring they get enough exercise. Follow these simple workout tips to keep them active.
Relax Your Mind and Body with Cat Yoga

Learn about cat yoga, including its health benefits for both you and your cat. It's the perfect way to bond with her and get a workout at the same time.
Peaceful Playtime with Cats and Children

Cats and children don't always mix. With positive reinforcement and determining boundaries, they can learn to have fun and peaceful playtime together.
Cat Play: How to Keep Your Kitty Engaged

A bored cat is not a happy cat. Making sure your furry friend is mentally stimulated and engaged through cat play will make them happier and is likely to bring you more peace too, especially if your cat is showing destructive behaviours like shredding your curtains or digging up your potted plants.
Choosing Safe Toys & Games for Your Kitten

Just like any child in the family, a kitten needs safe toys of her own to play with. Learn what toys are appropriate for her.
Playing With Your Cat

It's important to keep cats active to keep them healthy, even from a young age. Get tips on how to play with your cat or kitten and strengthen your bond.

How to groom and bath your cat

Part of keeping cats healthy is ensuring they are clean and well-groomed. Get tips on how and when to bathe and groom your cat.
Keeping Your Kitten Safe: Collar, ID Tags & Microchips

A safety collar and identification tags, or even a microchip, is one of the most important things you can do to ensure the safety of your kitten should she become lost.
Ear Mites in Cats & Kittens: Signs, Symptoms & Treatments

Ear mites are contagious. Ear mites are parasites that live on the skin’s surface, especially on the skin lining of the ear canal. They are transferred from cat to cat by direct contact. They can persist in the environment for several months.
How to Introduce a New Cat to Your Current Pets

Read about how to introduce a new cat into your household of current pets to help reduce stress and make sure they all get along well.
Steps to Successfully Introduce a New Kitten to Your Cat

Bringing a new kitten into the household is a special and exciting time for all the family... except potentially for your current cat!
Letting Your Cat Outside: What You Need to Know

Get tips on how to take the proper precautions when letting your kitten outside for the first time including the proper age and time of day.
Do's and Don'ts for Disciplining a Cat

Having trouble with your cat's bad behavior? Learn how to effectively discipline your cat with this helpful list of do's and don'ts.

Cat Life Hacks: Making Life Easier for You and Your Cat

Has your cat care routine gotten stale? Spice it up with these helpful cat life hacks, including tips to help manage cat hair, scratching & litter boxes.
Tips for Taking Photos of Your Cat

Learn tips for taking great pictures of your cat. She may not seem interested at first, but these trick should help you capture her best photos yet.
Domesticated Cats: Through the Years

Discover where the earliest domesticated house cats originated from and how they came to be the loveable felines they are today.
Tips for Creating Your Cat's Own Social Media Account

Want to make your cat the next social media sensation? Get helpful tips and advice on how to create a social media account just for your cat.
Fun DIY Beds for Your Cat

Learn how to create four different DIY cat beds that will provide your furry friend with a cozy space of her own & won't break your bank!
Setting the Facts Straight: Common Myths About Your Cat | Hill's Pet

Learn about common cat myths and misconceptions. With all the misinformation available online about cats, it's time you got the true feline facts.
Benefits of Parenting a Cat: My Cat Helped My Anxiety

Learn one girl's story about how a cat can provide therapy and reduce anxiety for their owners, especially those in teenage and young adult years.

Cat Proofing Your Home

Playful and intelligent cats investigate objects by touching, chewing and tasting them. Cats love to explore, but need protection from household items that are dangerous if swallowed.
Training Your Cat: Basic Things to Work On

Learn the basics of how to train your kitten to help raise an obedient cat and form a strong bond between you both.
Steps for Command Training Your Kitten

Take advantage of your kitten's curiosity and intelligence by teaching her a few simple commands.
Getting Started with Training

Get some quick tips on getting started on how to shape your kitten's behaviour with early training. Learn what to do and what not to do.
Training: Positive Reinforcements for Your Kitten

Learn how positive reinforcements can reward your kitten for good behaviour while their still young to set them up for success when they get older.
How Clicker Training Can Help Your Cat's Behavior

Clicker training can help you progress from giving food rewards to giving praise when teaching commands to your kitten.
Sharing a Bed with Your Cat: Steps for Success

The personality of your cat is probably the most important part of whether a human-feline sleeping arrangement will work.

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