What is the most surprising and/or valuable thing you've learned during your time as a cat guardian? Tell us about it in the comments!

@FullxMoonxproduction

3 жыл бұрын

the same thing happened to us. our cat was on a dry food diet and ended up getting a urine track infection. He stayed with the vets as it got bad and didn't seem to be getting better. when we went to pick him up they told us that he was a sweet and loving cat and that we should start feeding him wet food. the Vets also told us he refused to eat even wet and that we should try again at home. So we bought the recommended wet food and tried to give it to him at home... but he refused to eat it. To this day i have never meet another cat that wont eat wet food.

@JosieJOK

3 жыл бұрын

@@FullxMoonxproduction My cat wouldn’t, so I ended up giving him smaller portions at a time and putting some water into it. He did better that way, and stopped having urinary tract infections. So if your cat is stubborn, try supplementing with water.

@friendoopets5633

3 жыл бұрын

This one got lots of comments! Nice!

@rohanrayakar2257

3 жыл бұрын

That they need the same freedom as us humans do. They need to go outside the house and should not be confined to indoors only. The need to be ' cat' and are not a 'toy' /' meant for human entertainment'. They have to be treated the same way as you would expect others to treat you.

@encinobalboa

3 жыл бұрын

A couple of observations: - A low sided box with a towel for bedding makes a great bed. I have one placed high up which my cat enjoys immensely. He sleeps in the box every night. - I trained my cat to go out in the morning and come back in the evening. He does all his business outside so I don't have to maintain a litter box. - My cat is a natural born killer. He brings home all sorts of critters some of which are still alive. It saddens me to see this but it is my cat being a cat.

26 things my cat wished he'd known before he got me.

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

That would be an interesting one!

@____-gy5mq

3 жыл бұрын

lame

@naplover

3 жыл бұрын

@@____-gy5mq?

@deneballantine6816

3 жыл бұрын

What? WHAt?!! Waaa?!! Hahaha- Oprah’s signature comment- timeless!

@deviceology9251

3 жыл бұрын

@@deneballantine6816 You get a cat , aaaaannnndddd you get a cat, aaaaaannnnnd etc

The only thing I'd add is to NOT get in the habit of early morning feeding or you'll never sleep in again.

@sahlkazi3058

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha loterally

@niallsbestgirlever

3 жыл бұрын

THIS!!!!

@catacomber8

3 жыл бұрын

4am wakeup calls by kitty! 😁 Put some dry food in a tupper bowl and seal it and keep it in the bedroom.when kitty wakes u up at 3am, remove cover. that's it!

@SuperMaudina

3 жыл бұрын

I hadn’t realized how polite my cat is! I’ve been feeding her first thing in the morning for 11 years. She never wakes me up! But she’s usually in my bed staring at me when I wake, patiently waiting.

@adisturbedoneandi

3 жыл бұрын

That's my husband's problem LOL. He gets up 5am every morning because he wanted time to himself and gaming before work, so cats are expected to be fed at 5am every morning lol

I see a lot of cat owners ignore their cats. You have to give them daily attention and they'll live longer. cats get sad and lonely too

@positivedailyaffirmations

3 жыл бұрын

Very true! Thank you for mentioning this.

@milkglassfairy7641

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!! My partner is allergic to cats😭 I have had my two kitties for 7 years, I’ve had my partner for 3 lol. I love my kitties but unfortunately with me trying to make sure they didn’t trigger my partner’s allergies I kept them as outdoor cats the last couple years, it was fine in our old home because we had a basement sort of thing so they had their indoor space and I still spent a lot of time with them, kept up with grooming (one of my cats is a Maine Coon so she is a nightmare if I don’t stay on top of her grooming :( the matted fur gets out of control so damn fast) but in our new place we just have this enclosed patio and they were basically outside or in there which is... essentially outside... all the time and I realised I never saw them😭 this winter I was like you know what, I adopted these cats, I love them, I am responsible for them and it is my job to make their lives the best I can. And I haven’t been. So I said fck your allergies, the cats are coming indoors, I’m changing their food because I’m sick of giving them supermarket cat food - they’re getting older and I want to truly give them the absolute best. And I feel so much better, spending time with my kitties every night, brushing them properly again, just watching them and being able to keep a better eye on their behaviour and health, there is something so calming about just sitting down with your cat and brushing them and just literally do nothing else, just totally focusing on your kitty and being present with them and showing them your undivided attention and love. I think my cats are going to just feel so much happier again and I feel guilty that I was putting my partner above my cats. I won’t rehome them. They’re my babies. Partner was like ‘you could’ve always had them inside, I don’t care, even if my allergies get worse I’ll just deal with it.’ It was really just in my head and me making up this big issue and thinking I had to pick between my cats and my partner😭 cats are so low maintenance imo compared to other pets but it doesn’t mean you can neglect them or ignore them. My cats used to sleep with me every night when I lived alone, my little cat loves to get under the covers😂 I am just so happy and feel so much better knowing I’m being a better owner and giving my cats everything they need and deserve. Love kitties. They’re just the most amazing animals and they’re so clever and so resilient and so loving even if they’re on the grumpy side. Just an example on how smart they are, my cats haven’t used a litter box in about 3 or so years. Probably longer actually so bringing them inside again all night and most of the day I was sooo scared they wouldn’t use their new litter box. But they fully remembered how to use it straight away even after not setting foot or even seeing one in years😂 they’re such clean, tidy, independent and intelligent animals. I am glad I have two because when they were being kept outdoors I think they definitely were feeling sad not getting the attention they needed from me and they started curling up together every night whereas before they neverrrr did that. They have a funny relationship where they mostly hate each other haha but in a way that reminds me of like how siblings haaaate each other but also love each other and always know they have each other. That’s what my cats are like and I think if I only had the one I don’t think I would’ve let her be outdoors on her own every night😭 they watch out for each other and protect each other even thought they fight. My point is - don’t get a pet if you can’t give it attention every day. The pet will suffer. Even cats. I feel so guilty about not giving them the attention they needed for the last few months. They are so independent but they need that daily attention and care and love especially if you want to keep that bond you’ve built with them :( Love your comment.

@randomaf6338

2 жыл бұрын

@@milkglassfairy7641 I'm glad you shared this honest story. I recently had foster cats come in my life again and it brought back so many memories of guilt that I had surrendered my own cats that I had for 5 years after a new marriage caused constant fighting over his hate of cats and I stopped giving them the attention they deserve and eventually i gave in and let them go😭 I regretted it for 4 years and it pained me any time the thought of them came into my head. Until I stopped remembering how much I always loved cats all together. But once I met this foster mom cat, my heart filled with love instantly and all those memories came back and after talking out all my shame with a close friend I have realized that I learned very hard lessons through that and I regret it and will never do it again! I thought I didn't deserve a cat ever again but I finally forgive myself for screwing up and will love this new mama with my whole heart. No man will ever come between us and I have learned that healthy love would respect my love for kitties and never come between it💜 we can always decide to change again for the better and I appreciated your story.

@444erna

2 жыл бұрын

@Jake Stockton - initially when u first adopt a cat they may be fearful of you, let them get close/comfortable with you and let them make the first move! hope all is well between u two 🤍

@zknight4481

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! So many people I’ve seen treat their cats like decorations or stuffed animals and they literally never pay any attention to them. The very same people who give constant attention to their dogs. I think there’s a weird misconception that cats aren’t social creatures. People forget that cats have social circles, even in the wild. They aren’t meant to be on their own all the time. I know someone who left their cat home alone for 10 days with a huge bowl of food and water while they went on vacation and then they acted surprised when the cat was completely traumatized when they came home. I ended up taking her in right after this and it took her so long to trust anyone as a result. A lot of cat owners shouldn’t have cats, sadly.

4:00 "I thought it was pretty normal for a cat to have bad breath...". In the background cat is licking its butt.

@fataniheart

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

@cyphrinfinity9992

3 жыл бұрын

ikr? I was more interested in watching the cat than anything else hahaha! They look so cute when they stick their hind leg up in the air when they wash lol.

@nickorange4881

2 жыл бұрын

Well that's terrifying now when a cat licks you and licks your face. D :

@yltraviole

2 жыл бұрын

@@nickorange4881 luckily cats are not dogs, and don't feel like licking your face all too often lol

@ALinn-vr3nl

2 жыл бұрын

Seriously! Another reason a cat has bad breath.

My cats personality definitely changed A LOT over the years. He was a super sweet kitten, but after he was neutered he became a little grouchy and started biting people. My family wanted to get rid of him but I worked with him over the years and he got a lot better by the end! Once he moved with me to college and traveled the country with me more he basically just started sleeping under the covers and cuddling with me every night. He’d rest his head on my arm and would let me put my arm around him sometimes too lol. On our road trips to school he’d just chill in my lap. My little road trip buddy ! I knew he appreciated me taking him with me rather than leaving him with someone who didn’t know him as well as I did. The night before he passed away I knew he wasn’t feeling well and he crawled under the covers with me and pressed himself against me and it definitely felt like he was wanting my comfort. He was a wonderful cat even though he had a lot of biting issues, it was just overstimulation from people who just try to go in and constantly pet him. Cats get overstimulated! He rarely bit me by the end. Please don’t hit or yell at your cats if they’re trying to tell you to stop. Don’t give up on them because they just want love too and we can only control how we communicate with them and learn how they communicate with us. Rest In Peace Skyebee :( May 2020

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, it sounds like you and Skyebee had a very close bond that evolved over the years. Thank you for sharing your experience and insights. :)

@eatjin8985

3 жыл бұрын

I'm in tears such a beautiful story😭❤️

@ianiello

3 жыл бұрын

rip kitty

@candacedawn357

3 жыл бұрын

You're going to make me cry! Your cat was lucky to have you! ❤

@eowyneadig7879

3 жыл бұрын

Was neutering the only surgery that was done at that time?! The biting sounds like a symptom of something else.

Cats can live well into their late teens and people adopting should be prepared to make the long term commitment.

@poshsims4016

3 жыл бұрын

Yess i got mine in August & I want her for life!! She’s a handful though lol a snowshoe Siamese w blue eyes, very whiny!! So cute at times😂💜💜

@Isaidit247

3 жыл бұрын

I work at animal hospital/daycare we have a cat that comes in that is 19 years old...the youngest person we have working there is 18 years old the cat is older than her

@nightlurker

3 жыл бұрын

@@poshsims4016 Obviously she is finding it takes time to train you to the ways she likes, she will be less of a handful and more rewarding with cuddles etc when she has trained you just how she likes her human to be. 😸😸😸😸

@hitsujiyume

3 жыл бұрын

our oldest cat (so far) passed just a few months shy of his 20th birthday. second oldest was 17 when she passed. i'm hoping my baby girl will be by my side for at least that long, and i'm doing everything i can to ensure she stays healthy.

@hitsujiyume

3 жыл бұрын

@@Isaidit247 reminds me of when i taught middle school...i told my students all the time, "my cats are literally older than y'all!"

I'd LOVE a video dedicated to cat dental products!

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

We'll consider it! Thank you.

@cynthiavant3960

3 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT yes this would be so useful!

@wi9090

3 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT What age should you start brushing your cat's teeth? I see a lot of video on brushing your cats teeth, but I can't find any information on when to start. My cat is 9 months old, should I start now? Thank you!

@juliac3933

3 жыл бұрын

Seconded!

@wandadawnmiller1552

3 жыл бұрын

Feeding raw meaty bones is supposed to naturally clean cats' teeth. I've started doing this and am anxious to see the outcome.

I let my cat choose his food every morning 😊. I present him 3 different cans & he presses his face against the one he wants. It always goes well 😂😂

@adriiianaaa.__

2 жыл бұрын

That’s adorable!

@ALinn-vr3nl

2 жыл бұрын

Are the cans opened? lol If not, that could get expensive!

@that.neurodivergent

Жыл бұрын

That’s so cute!! I’m definitely gonna try that!!

@hayesh4

9 ай бұрын

Ha ha I do the same thing.

My one best tip is - read and prepare your space for the cat. A cat is not a toy or a decoration, it is a living being with needs and you can safe yourself a lot of trouble by first properly preparing than to get a cat on a whim cause it looked cute in the store window. I can't stress this enough because I see so many people not trying to understand their cats and later abandoning them and causing them so much mental pain. Cat are a responsibility but once you know the basics and you have the patience to train them- they're one of the best companions you could ever have ❤

@theknightswhosay

3 жыл бұрын

I can’t imagine how sad my little guy would be if I gave him up.

@rumeysarumeysa4442

2 жыл бұрын

adopting them on a whim and only to give them up later is sad. a cat isnt a phone or some decoration. its a living being and a lovely companion. Theyre sooo loving and caring. My cat even comforted me when i hit my back on the table ( sounds weird was stupid). Caring for him is relaxing especially when work gets though.

@RobinH00D105

2 жыл бұрын

@@rumeysarumeysa4442 was he purring? he was probably trying to heal you lol

@rumeysarumeysa4442

2 жыл бұрын

@@RobinH00D105 maybe. Sadly I don't remember clearly. He was either purring or meowing. He isn't a quiet cat. He is chatty, either meowing or purring. He even wakes people up in the middle of the night if his litterbox is too dirty for him too pee.

I love how she says cat guardian instead of cat owner. It just feels better to have them as a family member rather than a possession

My best advice for new cat guardians would be, if possible, adopt siblings or a bonded pair. I have six cats and four are related (grandma, mom and two brothers). The other two are “uncle” Oliver and baby Nyx. The related cats are all bonded, with the strongest bond being between the brothers. It is so nice to see the relationships between the cats and when I was surprised to find a stray 3 month old kitten, the kitten brothers immediately made her feel at home. Having one cat means that you’ll be their source of social interaction. Having two means that they will always have a pal (if they’re bonded). That’s just my two cents. Cats are VERY social animals. Anyone who says differently hasn’t spent time with a group of cats. Even though six is a lot of cats, I know that they’re all happy with me and their cat family.

@staceyhunt6769

9 ай бұрын

Always baffled me as a kid that people claimed cats to be "Solitary creatures". Grew up near a stray cat colony and was like "If they don't like company why do strays group together?". Cats aren't solitary, they're territorial. There's a big difference. If you're one of them they don't care too much. Bring a stranger or an unwelcome guest to their turf and they'll be mad, just like you'd be.

I agree big time with the last point. My Zoe was disgnosed with kidney disease at 15 and I spent every day worrying sick about when her last day would be. She managed to survive almost 6 years from then! When I think back now I wish I hadn't worried about 'the end' so much, and just relaxed and enjoyed my time with her more! RIP Zoe

@alicesacco9329

3 жыл бұрын

How did you manage to make her live that long with kidney disease? My Goku didn't had kidney disease until she was 17 (got her tested), but when the disease appeared, in only two years it degenerated toward the four stage.

@zaprct

3 жыл бұрын

@@alicesacco9329 I put her on a renal diet, but eventually she stopped eating it and losing too much weight so I switched her back to her favourite supermarket wet foods and mixed in Ipakitine powder which is a phosphate binder, worked great but at the end stage nothing really is going to work. Strongly recommend Ipakitine and feeding a WET ONLY diet, ditch the 'renal' and 'k/d' diets if they refuse to eat as most cats with CKD die from issues relating to the weight loss, they have to eat as much as you can feed them. Low Protein is also BS from my research and experience, I don't listen to any vet that says a renal cat needs lower protein. Low phosphate is the big one to strive for which the powder sorts out and lets you keep feeding them their favourite foods :) Also to prevent kidney issues in the first place I've learnt now to avoid too much dry food at all in their younger years, more moisture the better. Wet food also helps prevent bladder issues, esp in males.

@zaprct

3 жыл бұрын

@@alicesacco9329 also check out catinfo.org/ and Jackson Galaxy videos about nutrition on KZread. Some vets think Dr Lisa Pierson is a kook but a lot of what she says makes sense and some other vets back her up. Too many vets IMO are in bed with Hills and Royal Canin, look at the ingredients in their dry foods. Primary ingredients are cereals, not meat. You can get better foods almost anywhere else

@alicesacco9329

3 жыл бұрын

@@zaprct Goku vomited renal. During late stage of the disease, she only ate certain food, and when I mixed food, she picked only her favourite peices of meat.

@CeliannaC

2 жыл бұрын

@@zaprct Thanks for this information. My cat is 15 and was recently diagnosed with renal failure. He has kidney stones as well which is causing him constant UTIs and my vet said he'll have to be on antibiotics for the rest of his life to combat it (surgical removal is out of the option they said). I keep thinking every day is going to be his last, because he stopped eating renal diet as well. I'm currently on a mostly wet food diet, mixed with lots of water, ipakitine as well as some kallium binder I believe. He still gets dry food because he doesn't always eat his wet food and he needs to graze when I'm asleep. Maybe I should stop that, too... I'm amazed yours lived 6 more years though!

Forest’s story is straight out of a fairy tale

@TheTrueMariWho

3 жыл бұрын

Fairy Tail 🐈

@OllieCreates

2 жыл бұрын

And she has emerald eyes, green like the forest 🌳 🐈‍⬛

@carolsabadini2332

2 жыл бұрын

My cat Beverly was found by the neighborhood lids in a plastic bag in the dump with 3 other kittens, all dead. They brought her to me in a boy's baseball cap and asked me if I'd keep her. She was so tiny, her ears were translucent. She was my companion for 15 years.

@andreacleofas2456

2 жыл бұрын

She's like an secret unlockable side quest character in a video game and her presence boosts the whole team's stats haha!

@miyeonisaqueen3328

2 жыл бұрын

@@andreacleofas2456 *her

I love how you said “cat guardian” instead of “cat owner” because you can’t own a cat even if you adopt or buy them.

@meow2u22

3 жыл бұрын

Personally, I'm a cat parent.

@nicoleleung3518

3 жыл бұрын

“Cat butler” is more accurate in my case

@lloydhlavac6807

3 жыл бұрын

I am my cat's human. 🥰😺

@Nihyre

3 жыл бұрын

The cat won’t get offended, it’s ok

@rsan9854

3 жыл бұрын

But you can lease them with an option to buy :)

Love this video.. Wessy is almost 13? He doesn’t look a day over 4 years old lol.. I rescued my cat when he was 4 weeks old and next month he’ll be 1yr old I love him dearly.. will definitely look into harness training.

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Erica! And yes, I agree that Wessie looks quite youthful. We'll be coming out with a review of the best harnesses soon, so stay tuned. :)

Lol at Wessie cleaning himself in the background. I'm so surprised he is almost 13! he looks so healthy :)

@cyphrinfinity9992

3 жыл бұрын

I know right? So cute Wessie is when he washes lol.

That is so true - my sensitive cat was so shy and feral when I adopted him. 1 year later he started to sleep under my comforter and even on my lap :) he’s so sweet now. I’d say to feral cat owners: give them time and your efforts will pay off :)

@makennastone6704

2 жыл бұрын

I had a stray/feral cat that was scared and didn't like anyone but then one day when I was really upset (I had dumped my ex) and he just came up to me and comforted me. Like he knew how I was feeling. I named him Aulus and I couldn't convince my mom and step dad to bring him inside, even though I got him neutered, and one night neighborhood dogs came around and I never saw Aulus again

@makennastone6704

2 жыл бұрын

I never really had a cat that actually liked me like he did, he was the best

I feed my cats dry + wet food, however my cats drink A LOT of water from the various water fountains I have in my house. Its a pain to clean them, however they love it and I love my cats so yuppp

I really love the last tip you gave because that's currently me, always worrying about my cat and her behavior or health. I'm definitely being more conscious when I spend time with her to appreciate the moments we have and I love it. I think something I wish I'd known before getting a cat is to be patient with them. Cats can have such varying personalities and of course it takes time for them to trust you. You can't take things personal if a cat doesn't bond with you the second you meet and take them home. It takes time to build a connection and don't give up or feel discouraged if it isn't there right away! Some cats also do not show affection in the way that would be obvious to humans. For example, sleeping at the foot of your bed or blinking slowly back at you.

@rumeysarumeysa4442

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah thats true. If cared well the cat will bond over time. It just needs patience and time. Our cat bonded with my brother way faster then me. But after some time he bonded with me too.

@SnarkasticSunny

11 ай бұрын

Good advice!

@rosyv5081

9 ай бұрын

I blink slowly at the cats I love. Or a lot of cats in general. It always helps them feel more trusting of me.

I was a cat guardian for 21 years, and I learned some new things in this video. While I'm not quite ready for a new pet, these will be kept in mind for when I am. Thanks for putting this out.

@colleencatalano3547

2 жыл бұрын

I just lost my blind orange boy and I am not ready yet. It’s been 4 months. When do you know it’s time to adopt again?

@yuyanwang2916

Жыл бұрын

@@colleencatalano3547 whenever youre ready

@SnarkasticSunny

11 ай бұрын

Hope you'll soon feel ready again & bring home 2 from a shelter.💗

@SnarkasticSunny

11 ай бұрын

​@@colleencatalano3547don't expect for the pain of losing your other beloved pet to be gone before you share your love & life with another feline. That tinge of pain is a sign of the true love you shared. And you are missing time & love you could be sharing with a wonderful new & different cat that will also be loving comfort.

The great thing about having a cat is that they are easier to take care of than a dog. My cat passed away a few years ago now, at the ripe ol' age of 21 years. I rescued her from a blizzard one stormy night...she had frost bitten paws and lost the end of her tail to frostbite. I named her Blizzard. I fed her a mix of high quality dry and wet food. She was an indoor cat but I trained her to be able to be on our back deck without going off of it. She loved to lay in the sun. I never brushed her teeth...and they were perfectly fine her whole life probably due to the types of food. I never gave her a bath and her coat was immaculate...except once when she was nailed by a skunk...and she was so dazed...the bath really didn't bother her at all...lol. Tomorrow, we are getting a new kitten, Gus. I hope we have a wonderful life together.

@kdrake233

2 жыл бұрын

If so , could you name some of the most healthiest organic dry and wet foods ? & also is it fine for them to drink water from the sink or is there any other better inexpensive alternatives since most public water is contaminated?

@yaseminaksoy1680

2 жыл бұрын

Nailed skunk..means what..bad

I like using thin cut (quick cooking) oats as litter. Totally safe for them to lick off their paws, very absorbant, and not perfumed. I have 12 cats and needed a solution that is both economical and healthy.

your last point about worrying about their health all the time really hit home for me. I lost my Ned in Jan 2020 and since then, I am constantly worrying about my other boy Clem non-stop and I think it really has effected me when all i do is worry instead of living in the moment. I will try and do a better job in the future with this and thanks as always for the insightful videos!

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Tim, sorry to hear about Ned...it makes sense that you'd find yourself worrying about Clem more now. I'm glad that this gave you some inspiration and wish you guys all the best!

@adisturbedoneandi

3 жыл бұрын

I never worried about my oldest cat, Baby til I bought Felix home, and I'm always constantly worried about them both, because Felix bullies Baby when we're not home (which leads us to put Baby in bedroom with food, water and litter box safe away from him while we're not home.) On top of Felix's issue on using litterboxes but for my third cat, Im not even worried about him one bit and enjoy all moments we have with that little boy. Lately I've been worried about Baby due to her age, she just turned 19, and we seriously thought she was going to pass away during the surgery we attempt to help her be more comfortable, but she pulled through. Almost 2 weeks since the surgery and she's doing great. Living in the moment with her now!

I think another great thing to know is not to declaw cats! Many owners think that is the solution to prevent a scratched up couch when in reality you could train them very easily to scratch their cat tree.

Thank you for not just repeating the basic advice that everyone gives. This video was actually really helpful!

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

All valuable information and advice Mallory. My favorite is #10 - Stay in the moment. I've had my torbie Snoozee for four months now. She's an abandoned stray that I adopted after I discovered she was living under a bush in my front yard. When I took her to the vet for an exam and scanned for a microchip, she is chipped and had been adopted out by a cat rescue in 2008 which means Snoozee is at least 13 years old (having been abandoned, other than five teeth that had to be pulled, the vet was surprised at how healthy Snoozee is). With a kitten, you can look forward to it being a part of your family for 15-20 years (if not longer). Being a senior cat, I don't know if I'll have Snoozee for two years or ten. My daughter and I are so attached to our Snoozee and are doing everything we can to help her live her best life regardless of the time she has left with us.🐈🐾❤

@yaseminaksoy1680

2 жыл бұрын

How is he doing?

My son bought me a kitty in November after I have been retired a year. (To full-time be a caregiver for a family member). Since a husband was a big fail . He felt I needed to look forward & love something/ someone less stressful . Ha! Love my Whiskers & all this time I did not know my head was cold. She is so sweet❤ to keep it warm by laying on it🙄

Love where the cat starts licking itself after she mentions brushing his teeth.

For me the most important thing is that cats get old, from the age of 18 upwards are expensive years. Insurance is often extremely expensive and because they are often under medical care it’s difficult to get. We spent at least £2k in vet bills on our 22 year old cat in his last 14 months and I wouldn’t have had it any other way. The cat we lost before at 20 went quickly but was still having Kenalog injections and painkillers for arthritis. Thirteen is only middle aged, the only cat I’ve had not to pass at that age had an underlying heart condition the vet I had at that time was totally unaware of. Between my wife and I we have had 5 cats get over 20, my wife's oldest being 24. Enjoy every moment you have with your cat and as they get older modify their environment to make life easier for them. They can have a great quality of life if you put ramps in place, maybe carry them a bit more, play slower games, softer food, help with grooming after using the litter and a lot more visits to the vet.

I’ve been a cat guardian and foster for rescues and one thing to try with kittens and teen cats is experiment with toys. See what they like. Use those toys to interact and bond with them. Another SUPER thing to use for bonding and gaining trust of skeptical or semi feral kittens is Churu tube treats. These things are a miracle! Cats go crazy for them and I simply say the word Churu and they come running! Even if sleeping they wake up and come running!

@juliac3933

3 жыл бұрын

Kitty gogurt!

@rachelarmel7547

3 жыл бұрын

Kitty crack!

Sometimes a change of location makes a difference in cattitude because the cat feels more or less in control. They want to be secure.

I wish I'd known that they sometimes can't adjust to moves at all. I had 2 cats who I'd hand-raised from 4 weeks old (Brutal). When I did this, and for the first 4 years of their life, I lived in a very quiet rural area. Very few neighbours, very few animals (Quite a few very scary roads, and a bird of prey sanctuary close by). They were indoor cats and loved just watching the outside world. We moved when my baby was 4 months old (Who they took so beautifully to). And then the problems came. Vet kept saying they were fine but they weren't - Peeing blood, coughing lots, sneezes etc. Finally went to another vet and they said it was stress, so bad at that point it was literally killing them. Our new place was right by a very busy bus stop, heavily popolated and LOTS of dogs all over the place. They heavily avoided windows and would freak out when they heard dogs barking etc. Eventually I had to rehome them to a family friend who lived in a very quiet place too and they improved in under a month. It was deviatating. And if I'd known that could happen I'd have looked at other locations; but I'd always been told that very little phases cats and they adjust easily to things like that. And had certainly never heard of a move making them that dangerously stressed! Tried for over a year to make adjustments for them but nothing was working, and at the point when we finally found a compitent vet, it felt very selfish to have kept them so long. Especially once they recovered so fast in a quieter home.

Came from the vet yesterday and learned that my fur daughter has a Urinary problem. Googling it made me so scared and cause me some anxiety, so the moment you said something about moisture and hydration, I paused and quickly changed her dry food into wet food.

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Urinary issues are so stressful! I hope everything works out for your fur daughter. Take care!

The things I've learned after being a cat guardian for 30 plus years. Cat adore patterns and if you find they've gotten into one they will be very resistant to changing it, so make sure any pattern they do develop is something that you can live with forever. Not all cats like vertical options, it's good to give it to them but don't expect them to want it. My cat, that I have now, prefer lurking under things so I make designated spaces for her that meet her needs. And every cat I have ever known gets cuddlier as they get older. I agree with all the points mentioned in the video.

I loooooove the phrase "cat guardian". I hate using the word owner so thank you for enlightening me!

Mallory: Cats are pretty self grooming right? Wessie: *licking himself clean*

THANK YOU for tip #10. Recently adopted a bonded pair and initially was an anxious wreck, worrying about if I'll do something wrong. You've helped me come down from that.

The not worry one hit me. I have had my eldest cat for 2 years and just got 2 new kittens 4 months ago and I am CONSTANTLY worrying. It’s bad. I will spiral into anxiety about if they’re happy, if they’re hungry even after meals, if their health is okay, if I’m a bad guardian, it goes on and on and honestly it’s exhausting. I need to practice understanding that as long as I’m open to learning and do my best then my babies will be okay. Thank you for that

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

All the best, Sahl! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience. :)

@davestelling

3 жыл бұрын

Me, too - something to work on...

I just got a cat today Few hours ago I'm happy She Female 4 month old ❤

One thing I learnt, two cats are far more easier to look after than just one. Especially if you work during the day.

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting insight! I know that I feel much more comfortable leaving Wessie and Forest home alone together versus leaving Wessie by himself.

@jainra

3 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT ...Not only that, there's also the frustration-born scratches and bite factor. Two or more cats learn quickly the consequences of tooth&clawed violence from each other faster than one cat learns from a human.

@nesadcruz7840

2 жыл бұрын

My cat is very jeolous If I pay any attention to strays or neighbours’ Cats who come around

so glad you mentioned NOT TO FEED KIBBLE only a moist food, I am still at a COMPLETE LOSS that any Vet would recommend KIBBLE for any animal but especially for a cat because a cat is a feline from a desert and ONLY gets her water from her food thank you for the excellent video !

@milkglassfairy7641

2 жыл бұрын

Is it okay to give both tho? Like wet food as the bulk and then some dry food on top. Just bc one of my cats is bigggg (Maine Coon) and the amount of wet food I have to go through to maintain her weight is just so expensive. So having dry food out for her as well helps me balance that. I always have fresh water out as well and they do drink from their water bowl. I’ve always done a mix of both. Mainly wet food and then dry food is just there to help manage and add extra calories and protein etc into their diet and... My cats like to snack here and there haha😭 I couldn’t imagine only giving dry food tho or that being the the bulk of their diet.

Your channel and site has been invaluable to me in raising our new kitten. Thank you for all the work you put into your research and reviews. :)

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! Glad to hear that we've been able to help.

@ALinn-vr3nl

2 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT Yes, your videos are very thorough. Thank you!

My Sammi-san was already 8 years old when we moved here. After the move he became much more energetic and playful than he had been before.

I've had a cat that used my shoulder as an elevator. She also loved to be walked around the house in this way. I never trained her for this, she found out herself.

@skybirdrainsong1032

3 жыл бұрын

My cat is the same way! Never had a cat that loves my shoulder before but it’s like her throne now. 😂

@atheodorasurname6936

3 жыл бұрын

Many years ago i had a shoulder-rider, a tabby with white paws and vest, whom i called both Babe and Lover. Sadly, she only lived about nine years (1988-1997) because of kidney failure (and her stubborn refusal of canned kidney-diet food). But she had such a strong passionate purr-sonality that she packed many more years into that short time! Babe ruled her realm of the world and my heart from her throne on my shoulder. She'd stay there even when I walked outdoors or answered the front doorbell. Unlike many cats, Babe was an extrovert and loved a chance to meet new people while riding my shoulder. When I first found her, she was a half grown kitten at a Taco Bell going around to outdoor diners' tables begging for bites of food. The employees said she'd been there for about two weeks. No one could tell me where she came from, and many "found kitten" flyers got no results, so I kept her. At first two of my other female cats, Fox and Girl, kept trying to run her off but that didn't bother her a bit and she stood her ground. She frequently expressed her love for me by cramming her nose into my left ear. To me Babe was a missionary of love sent from a realm beyond this mortal sphere! .... Till we meet again, Lover Girl!!!....😿😻💋💖🌹

Staying in the moment with my cats is so important for my health and theirs! I felt like I got every ounce of appreciation with them even though they both passed unexpectedly this year at 10 years old, which felt short.

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry about your two kitties, but I'm glad that you feel that you got every ounce of appreciation out of your time with them.

@leewhite-graham753

3 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT Thank you so very much. I learned how to stay in the moment, at least for short periods of time.😊

I love how simple and professional you talk ! Ive followed alot of ppl who are cat bloggers but i recently found you and i feel so trusted towards u and love the way u talk about really necessary information!

@AllAboutCatsYT

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and for subscribing-the support is much appreciated!

I adopted a Siberian and he’s going to be a big boy. So, I made several cat trees that will fit him when he’s older. The fun part is it fits our regular cat and him right now. They nap together and groom each other.

The last part definitely hit home for me, as I am still struggling with this 4 years later. IT subdued after the first year of owning my cat, but recently I had been doing my research about everything im doing wrong with my cat (feeding dry food, vaccinations, lack of dental cleanings etc) gave me EXTREME anxiety. I felt like I had such limited time with her and would worry all the time. I was very naive back then when I first adopted my cat and didnt realize that the "conventional way" of taking care of a cat may not be the way thats good for their overall health, and im slowly getting my cat to eat a better diet, and im always worrying if she used the litter box or not, she has asthma as well so that just makes it worse. But im so trying to live in the moment :(

@makennastone6704

2 жыл бұрын

I totally feel you. I know that there was wet food and dry food and I had no idea about what the pros and cons were to both. My fiancé and I just took in his moms cat (his parents are getting a divorce) and I never had a cat before and this cat is like FAT and so I'm gonna put him on a better diet and now I'm gonna look into wet food. It's only a trial run (we have a bunny too and we wanna see if he gets along with him) and I do like the cat a lot but we are still debating if he is a good fit for us, but I might as well give him the best life we can here.

@makennastone6704

2 жыл бұрын

A lot of this new info is kinda overwhelming to be honest lol

@MW-ty6zk

2 жыл бұрын

I have two cats that can't eat any dry cat food because if they eat it, they start having asthma symptoms as whatever it is in dry food builds up in their systems. Feeding them stickly wet food alleviates the asthma greatly. (Grain free, gluten free) It may take a few weeks of strictly wet meat to see the difference it makes, but it worked for my two cats and saved a lot of vet/medication bills.

10:22 - survey the world from above? I knew their goal was a world domination.

This video could not have been timed better. I am bringing home my first cat tomorrow. The last tip really helped me. I’m going to try to stay in the present and enjoy my new kitty as she is. Thank you Mallory!!

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

So glad it was well-timed for you, Elizabeth! All the best to you and your new kitty. :)

@elizabethsieck8281

3 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT thank you!! Any advice on acclimating with a shy cat who wants to hide?

You are right that a cat’s personality can change. I had a cat that never really wanted pets or to be around humans, but at the age of around 5 he turned into the most loving cat, and it was heartbreaking to say goodbye to him due to heart failure when he was 15 years old. As for a leash, I am impressed with your progress - my cats would climb trees or go under passages where I could not go. Walking with multiple cats made it even worse, so I ended up walking with them without a leash and they follow me (only works if they are older and closely bonded). The cats would disappear shortly if a dog showed up and reappear again once the danger had passed. It was fun seeing the neighbor’s reaction when walking the cats 🙂 I have had cats for 45 years of my life (only 8 years have been without cats), and I have never had one that had dental issues, nor have I ever heard of anyone having such issues, until now. I guess I am lucky, as I doubt my cats would take kindly to teeth brushing. Bathing cats has only been relevant once when one of my cats fell into a sewer and was covered in poop. The cat did not mind the bath one bit under those circumstances - a quick firm grip and it was over quickly. I agree that wet food is the way to go, and I have never had a cat with urinary problems (at least that I know of). Thank you for this video. It is always nice to see the experiences of other cat lovers.

@cathyann6835

Жыл бұрын

My cat got sprayed by a skunk and didn't mind his bath either, lol.

I would say not to drive yourself crazy with all the choices of food out there. I researched and researched ad nauseam. My cat is 16 and is happily living a healthy life eating Fancy Feast wet food. You don't need to spend tons of money on food, unless you want to.

@danibaie

3 жыл бұрын

Yup I read up on that. It's a very good choice for your cat. Not to mention, purina is a very trust worthy brand: they've had no recalls with the brand.

@airplane8677

3 жыл бұрын

@@danibaie actually they have had recalls, check mallorys review on it

@attheranch873

2 жыл бұрын

Fancy Feast Gourmet is a MUCH better food.

I miss having cats around. I now live in a flat and as I previously lived in a house with a garden, I could see my cats really loving going out, climbing up in trees, hunting, following us from a distance etc. Maybe training a cat to be walked with a leash might be the solution, but it seems to be a limited freedom compared with what they can enjoy when they're free to explore a territory. In the other hand, no more injury after hard cat fights. They really are felines and sometimes just want to crush their rival.

Hey Mallory! I just adopted our new cat almost a week ago now, and in preparation I watched probably ALL your videos on this channel (and your articles) in the weeks leading up to adoption. I just want to say thank you so much for your honest reviews and calming demeanor. I felt so prepared! Looking forward to more content! xx

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Charlotte, this was such a lovely comment to receive! Glad to hear that you felt well-prepared for your new kitty's arrival! Wishing you all the best. :)

I’m 64 yrs in the older days you got a cat and didn’t have to stress about all this , feed them love them play w them and your good😂

I also love your story about how you acquired Forrest.

Lesson #1 you're not a "Cat Guardian"... you're a "Cat Servant"... the faster you learn that lesson, the faster you'll get along with your cat!

@nesadcruz7840

2 жыл бұрын

We exist to serve them. Why else would I go into the kitchen except to feed him?

Cats are absolutely magnificent animals! I'm totally in love with them.

I’ll always remember growing up we had a male cat that was always so cold and not affectionate at all then he got really sick and almost passed away but don’t and my mom took such good care of him and when he got well again he was completely changed and was so friendly and loving always wanting cuddles. Little guys near death experience really changed him

I adopted my first cat, Chloe, last December. Before I adopted her I did a lot of research because I really didn't know anything about cats. i’ve always had dogs. At any rate, Chloe uses pine pellets for her litter. Smells better, cheaper, and easier to clean.

@theknightswhosay

3 жыл бұрын

I haven’t tried those, but my cat likes the pretty litter sand. I don’t know why anyone gets clay. It’s awful.

Good that i saw this Video because i hopefully get a cat soon.

Stay in the moment was the best advice

I would add “car training” as similar to the harness/leash training for the future. I would bring my cat Buck with me to my partner’s place, out to do quick chores or get drive thru food, to go pick up friends, etc. He would sit in the passenger seat with his harness on and genuinely enjoyed it! He didn’t associate the car with only going to the vet, which at the end of his life (when he had weekly vet visits) this was amazing. He actually liked the adventure/wasn’t traumatized by it. I see so many cats that are terrified of getting in the car, and it breaks my heart especially when they’re already sick! I’m going to try this with my new cat too even if he’s a bit shyer, so maybe just short desensitization trips in the car before his next vet visit. Obviously there is the risk of getting in a crash with the cat, but I feel the improvement to his quality of life overall (not leaving him at home for long periods, not afraid of the vet appts) was worth the risk.

This was great. I had no clue about dental cleanings and certainly thought there would never be a day I needed to bathe Shorty. We have been cat parents for 3 months and our whole family loves her. She is the best cat!

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you appreciated it! Good luck to you and Shorty!

I don't even own a cat ( Hopefully I will one day ), but the dedication to care for them the way you do just makes this precious. :)

OMG I MISSED THE NOTIFICATION TO SO MANY OF YOUR VIDEOS IM SO SAD

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

And I've missed you!! We've been changing up our schedule a little bit, so I'm glad you were able to make it to this one. :)

@lynette599

3 жыл бұрын

You can still catch up on all the videos

Guardian? I’m a slave to two 10 month olds, a bonded brother and sister pair. I wouldn’t have it any other way. I did get a lot of useful information from the video. Thanks!

With regards to bathing your cat, i always found a bucket suitable for their size so that they can cling to the rim and feel more secure when bathing them..

Stay in the moment is such a valuable lesson to learn, and one I am still actively learning with my two right now. One of the things I wish I had known before adopting mine was that nonrecognition aggression is a real thing- that it exists, and how to handle it. It's been a really big part of our lives that we've had to navigate and are still trying to overcome. Both of my cats have chronic health conditions, which means not only am I constantly worried about their health and wellbeing, but we're back and forth to the vet a lot which means a lot of aggression and stress events are triggered, which causes them to fight, which can further complicate their chronic health issues, which can instigate more vet visits. Sometimes it's like we're living in a vicious cycle and it's really hard on all of us. Being able to control my own emotions and worries so they don't pick up on that, and just be present with them in the here and now, even if I am worried about their current state of health is a huge part of it. Right as I am typing this, I am facing the possibility of emergency surgery for one of them in a few days if the medication doesn't work, and this comes on the heels of a week long process of reintegration from the other one just coming back from the vet and getting over a course of antibiotics. I didn't know 7 years ago, when I adopted these two, that I would be faced with such huge, expensive, stressful, and difficult challenges. But that's the contract we sign when we take an animal into our homes. We protect them mentally, physically, and emotionally. We provide for them and give them a home. And in return they give us unconditional love and trust. It would have been nice if someone had forewarned me of how hard this path would be... but at the same time, if they had, I probably wouldn't have chosen to go down it. So in a way, I am glad I didn't know. They're worth it... no matter what.

I use hardwood pellets instead of pine since they contain no oils or scent. I also spritz the pellets with water to soften the top layer of pellets for better "paw feel." I compost the resulting pellet powder.

02:26 Awesome 🤣

Look at the kitty chillen in the back ground!

awww he is too cute when he was in the bath

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Eric, I agree! Thanks for commenting.

Another important point is that cats are very good at hiding pain. When they're not feeling well, it can be very subtle. Keep a close eye on how much they usually pee and poop (another reason why it's important to scoop everyday), size, color, and texture. Don't free feed so you can more easily tell if they're eating less. If there's no GI issues, it could be due to dental issues. Diabetes is common in cats (at least partially, if not mostly, due to the high carb content of dry foods) and some of the symptoms (also true for people) are excessive thirst and increased urinary output due to the body trying to excrete excess glucose through the urine. Like Mallory mentioned, urinary issues are also common due to dry food. A life-threatening condition is a urinary blockage. If your cat doesn't pee in 24hr, it could be due to a blockage and lead to a ruptured bladder if not treated early enough. Scoop everyday to see if they're peeing! Arthritis is more common in cats than most think because the signs are more subtle than in dogs. In one study, 90% of cats over 12 years old have signs of arthritis. Jackson Galaxy has a video on adaptations for senior cats (kzread.info/dash/bejne/YoyEtNxxirjRk84.html), which include raised food + water bowls, steps/ramps to their favorite spots, and low sided litter boxes. Get to know your cat's quirks, and if they seem off, make sure it's not a medical issue because they're so good at hiding pain! Take care everyone 💜 On a less serious note, not all cats _need_ vertical space/territory. We have a cat tree, and our cat basically never uses it. He very rarely will lie in the box closest to the ground. At the beginning, we led him up to the higher levels with treats, and he went up on his own a few times before stopping. I have a friend who has had many cats throughout his life, and he says some cats are just "ground hunters."

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Great insights! Thank you for sharing.

Hi Malory, I am John. I have 2 cat since 10 years, unfortunately I lost one 3 weeks ago, from a cancer on the pancreas, even thought followed by a vet all year had 4 blood test? 5 visite on vet but they could never have done nothing for that kind of cancer. It is a huge gap in my life. My favourite topic it’s they personality change it defendly does! Take patience with your cat without to force him to do something it will not goes no where, respect the free will of your cat will reward you much. And after the bath I realise they were much comfortable when I wasn’t feeling the bath with a bit of water in their paws, since them I do with a bucket and a little cup to rinse him. They already came very dirty from they errances.

My 20 year old cat just left me last week. I miss her a lot.

@AllAboutCatsYT

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that. Take care.

@bbwjunkie8321

2 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT thank you

We need more videos expanding on each of these points!!! I think another good one that I have come to learn is to not to play with your cat with your hand and use a toy to divert it (learned the hard way)

I love how organized your videos are. Keep it up! :)

While you were talking about brushing your cat’s teeth, your cat in the background was incredibly thorough with cleaning the nether area.

@AllAboutCatsYT

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I'm well aware of this! You'd be surprised by how many other people have mentioned this. :D

@rkeller8141

2 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT I’ve enjoyed the company of cats, nothing unusual about their cleaning habits, but it struck me funny, hearing your teeth cleaning instructions while Mr. Cat nonchalantly doing the other end. Still juvenile what can I say. Lol.

This was so helpful. Thank you!

Thank you for using the term "guardian". Also a big thank you for bringing up the "moisture rich" diet and its importance. Today I listed 3 male cats on Petfinder and all of them were brought to us because they had bouts of UTI and urinated out of the box. There needs to be more education on just how detrimental a dry food diet is. So many cats lose their homes due to this, and so many die, because of total blockage of the urinary tract or kidney disease.

Definitely needed to hear that last tip. Love your blog and channel!! You have helped me so much as a new cat guardian in the past year.

I like your idea of harness and leash training, which I have not yet done. Before starting with this, it is important to get flea treatment prevention! I live in an apartment high rise and I have no doubt there are fleas in the hallways and elevators because we are a pet friendly building. Your cat can still get fleas even being an indoor cat. It has happened to me twice!

@AllAboutCatsYT

2 жыл бұрын

Great point!

Thanks for the tips!

Excellent video!

I myself was glad that I did know all these things. Of course knowing would have made it more easy for me, but finding out myself is an experience between my first cat and me. Okay as a child we had cats, but the only thing I had to worry about was give my love to these cats. In the seventies and eighties the most shops only sold one procuct, but nog in much variaties. After our last family cat died, and I was living on my own... it took about 15 (?) years before my first cat walked in on the 4th of January 2012. I did efforts to find the owner... but nobody showed up. He was about 4 months old. The market for cat food was very different than back than. So my first instinct was... I love to eat (type of food)... but not every day, so I started to give my cat every day another species of (wet) food...and two types of dry food. And Poeshka (as ik called him) loved me (from the start). We moved about 4 times after we met, within 2, 5 years. But even if we just 2 or 3 days before, he always came back after he escaped. He always knew that he was safe on my shoulders, after playing often hide and seek. If I first touched him, he would lose, if he got om my back (when I was crawling) he won ! Yes if he got on to my back he was the winner (king of my castle). Of course I made him win al lot, but not always. ;) And therefore I am glad not to know all these things that you mentioned. Didn't Gandhi say that the road to knowledge is more important than reaching it? I don't know about that... but I'am so glad that I have gone this road with my own Poeshka together. He is about 11 years and 9 months now and still alive and kicking. I would not have know as half as much if I knew it from only reading. For me personally it is a road to knowledge between me and my first (own) cat! And he never left me, he still feels safe on my shoulders. and even trusts dogs as long as I am with him. So please "All about cats" I quess you had about the same experience. Don't wish you knew everything about cats before you addopted one, learning together with your own cat makes your bond with that cat so much stronger! Oh, and you do not need a leash for your cats (except you are living in the city). In many rural areas you can walk with your gets without a leash. I often take around the block with my remaining cats. That way we bond more. Unfortunatly 2 cats died, a mother cat and one of her cups between 2017 and 2020 , not because of an accident but from probably bad genes. They are being missed, I wish they still be here,

Great video. Love it!

Helpful information thank you!

Thank you so much for the notes! I really appreicate you brought up the no.10. still workin on it

When the humans go to bed. During the Holiday Season. At about 2 hours after everyone is sleeping. A Christmas Tree. Is nocked down. A few ornaments are in different rooms. And glitter & tinsel might end-up in the litterbox.

@candacedawn357

3 жыл бұрын

Lol!

@theknightswhosay

3 жыл бұрын

I usually stay up until after my cat’s nightly jog around the house. Sometimes it pays to be a night owl.

This is fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing 😊

I absolutely love your videos and I find them extremely helpful!

Me: *actually watching the video and learning* My sister: *watching Wessie in the background*

This is so authentic than 90% of the other videos on yt great content keep it up!

Thanks for sharing. Truly helpful

I had a black and white female tux for 20 years. He was an indoor/outdoor cat for her first 10 years, then she was only allowed outside on a leash or a line connected to a clothesline for a few years. She had no trouble wearing a collar and didn't need training for the leash.

The last piece of advice made me feel sooo much better. I am adopting form a shelter soon, just cat-proofing my apartment meow 😸😺💗 Thank you so much for this advice!

Incredibly valuable insights that aren't usually mentioned elsewhere! Thank you

Great content!