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      Even alone, I didn't feel "lonely"—How a Cat Changed My Perception of Solitude Even alone, I didn't feel "lonely"—How a Cat Changed My Perception of Solitude Even when alone, it feels like I'm not truly alone with my beloved cat by my side... Many people have likely had this experience and deeply understood the preciousness of a cat's presence. It truly feels like cats have the power to change how we...
      [Mental Health Care] To you after pet loss—you don't need to feel "guilty" as your sorrow fades [Mental Health Care] To you after pet loss—you don't need to feel "guilty" as your sorrow fades As time passes after losing a beloved cat, the frequency of crying often gradually decreases. When people notice this in themselves, they may think, "Was that all my cat meant to me...?" and blame themselves. However, there's no need to feel that guilt. As someone...
      "He's my doctor now?!" My cat can't hide his frustration with the vet he dislikes at the animal hospital. "He's my doctor now?!" My cat can't hide his frustration with the vet he dislikes at the animal hospital. Jiji, my beloved cat, was diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma, a rare condition in felines, leading to more frequent visits to the vet. Her assigned doctor turned out to be the only male veterinarian in the clinic whom she disliked. During these inevitably tense vet visits, the...
      What if Your Cat Could Talk? A Serious Look at Whether Cats and Humans Could "Truly Get Along" What if Your Cat Could Talk? A Serious Look at Whether Cats and Humans Could "Truly Get Along" I wish I could speak the same language as my beloved cat... I'm sure many cat owners have thought this. But if we really could speak the same language, would we humans be able to deepen our bond with our cats even more? This time,...
      Children who drastically changed after their parents' divorce—Until I, a cat lover, was accepted as "family" by my beloved cat Children who drastically changed after their parents' divorce—Until I, a cat lover, was accepted as "family" by my beloved cat The moment a human welcomes a cat into their home, they feel like they've become family. However, it often takes a long and winding road for the cat to truly recognize their owner as family. My three beloved cats also seemed to have various struggles...
      I Want to Beat Angiosarcoma! Believing in a 0.1% Miracle: 5 Health & Mental Care Tips I'm Giving My Beloved Cat I Want to Beat Angiosarcoma! Believing in a 0.1% Miracle: 5 Health & Mental Care Tips I'm Giving My Beloved Cat After our beloved cat was diagnosed with angiosarcoma, a rare disease in felines, our household became even more cat-centric. This time, driven by a desire to overcome the illness, I'd like to share the health and mental care methods we've incorporated into our daily lives.
      Best cost performance ever! Looks more fun than store-bought toys… 4 everyday items your beloved cat will love to play with Best cost performance ever! Looks more fun than store-bought toys… 4 everyday items your beloved cat will love to play with It's a common cat owner experience: you buy a cat toy thinking, "They'll surely have fun with this!" but your feline overlord doesn't play with it as expected. In my house, everyday items have become cat toys to the point where I want to exclaim,...
      "Does she think he's a junior cat?" The amusing behavior of the youngest cat, who only worries about her husband. "Does she think he's a junior cat?" The amusing behavior of the youngest cat, who only worries about her husband. Cats may seem independent, but they often care for family members who joined the household after them. Our youngest cat seems endlessly worried about my husband, who was the last to join our family. She shows many behaviors in her daily life that demonstrate her...
      The day after I had a "mysterious dream" where I wished to adopt a cat with the same pattern as my deceased beloved cat The day after I had a "mysterious dream" where I wished to adopt a cat with the same pattern as my deceased beloved cat Only a cat can fill a cat-shaped hole. Losing my beloved cat and experiencing pet loss, I understood the profound meaning of those words firsthand. I spent my days checking local animal shelters, hoping to find a calico cat like my deceased pet. Then one...
      Paw prints drawn in blood all over the room... A record of my beloved cat's battle with plasmacytic pododermatitis Paw prints drawn in blood all over the room... A record of my beloved cat's battle with plasmacytic pododermatitis "Plasma cell pododermatitis" is a disease said to be caused by abnormalities in immune cells called plasma cells. Our cat, Leon, contracted this disease and required a long period of treatment. This time, I will tell you about the course of treatment and the considerations...
      "Euthanasia" was also suggested... Facing the difficulty of dealing with my beloved cat's life and death while she fought her illness. "Euthanasia" was also suggested... Facing the difficulty of dealing with my beloved cat's life and death while she fought her illness. When there are no more treatments available for a sick cat, and a veterinarian suggests "euthanasia" as an option, owners can struggle with how to say goodbye. This article describes my personal feelings and experiences during the days when I was faced with the option...
      Even for indoor cats, a harness is a must! How to choose one to prepare for disasters and vet visits, and how to use it during evacuation Even for indoor cats, a harness is a must! How to choose one to prepare for disasters and vet visits, and how to use it during evacuation Even for indoor cats, a harness is essential! We explain its role as a "lifeline" to prevent escapes during disasters or vet visits, and how to choose one to prepare for emergencies. We'll introduce recommended harnesses that are gentle on your cat and difficult to...
      Messages from my Beloved Cat after Pet Loss - 5 Mysterious Experiences of an Owner Messages from my Beloved Cat after Pet Loss - 5 Mysterious Experiences of an Owner Even if there's no scientific explanation, many strange things often happen after pet loss. In fact, after my beloved cat passed away, I had several experiences that made me think, "Was that a message from them...?" This time, I'd like to share some of those...
      [Written by a Veterinarian] Before You Worry About Your Rescue Cat Not Warming Up to You: How to Build a Bond with a Skittish Cat and Train Them to Be More Sociable [Written by a Veterinarian] Before You Worry About Your Rescue Cat Not Warming Up to You: How to Build a Bond with a Skittish Cat and Train Them to Be More Sociable Are you worried that "I adopted a rescue cat, but it's hiding and won't come out" or "It hisses at me and won't warm up to me"? For former stray cats or timid cats, a house is an unknown world. Don't rush things. A veterinarian...
      Cats Not Getting Along? Explaining the Causes and Solutions for Cat Fights Cats Not Getting Along? Explaining the Causes and Solutions for Cat Fights Many cat owners who want to own multiple cats are concerned about fights. We've compiled a summary of things to be aware of when owning multiple cats, including the causes of cat fights, how to stop them, and how to tell the difference between playful...
      What is the role of a cat's whiskers? Is it okay to cut them? What are the different types of whiskers? What is the role of a cat's whiskers? Is it okay to cut them? What are the different types of whiskers? Is it true that if you cut a cat's whiskers, it can't walk? What is the role of a cat's whiskers? We will explain in detail the roles, mechanisms, and types of cat whiskers that you might think you know but actually don't.
      Too intense, even for your cat? A cat fanatic recommends alternative ways to bond with your cat besides the "cat sniff." Too intense, even for your cat? A cat fanatic recommends alternative ways to bond with your cat besides the "cat sniff." When you start living with cats, you often find yourself surprised by things that are "not what I expected...!" In this article, I, a multiple cat owner living with three cats, will share the ideals and realities of cat life that I have experienced.
      Where did their hunting instincts go...? My beloved cats' reactions to finding a bug, and their owner's despair. Where did their hunting instincts go...? My beloved cats' reactions to finding a bug, and their owner's despair. Some people might think that if you have a cat, you don't have to worry about bugs in the house. However, cats' reactions to bugs vary. In my house, the cats lose to stink bugs and treat small bugs as subjects for their independent studies,...
      Veterinarian explains in detail what to consider when adopting an adult or senior cat Veterinarian explains in detail what to consider when adopting an adult or senior cat When adopting a rescue cat, some people may consider becoming foster parents for adult or senior cats. Adult and senior cats may have unknown backgrounds or may require treatment for illnesses or injuries. This article explains in detail what to consider when adopting an adult...
      Complete Guide to Cat Escape Prevention: Dangers at Entrances, Windows, and Balconies, and Solutions You Can Implement Now Complete Guide to Cat Escape Prevention: Dangers at Entrances, Windows, and Balconies, and Solutions You Can Implement Now This comprehensive guide covers cat escape prevention measures for every area of your home, including entrances, windows, balconies, and screen doors. It features specific prevention goods, DIY ideas, and even measures for if your cat escapes, such as cat collars, ID tags, and microchips. We've...
      Cat Diet Methods! What Are Obesity Checks and Diet Management for Weight Loss? Cat Diet Methods! What Are Obesity Checks and Diet Management for Weight Loss? Obesity in cats carries the risk of various diseases. If your cat is overweight, they must go on a diet. We will explain in detail how much food to give a cat that needs to lose weight, how to feed them, and how to effectively...