Recommended Cat Reading
This list of ten books offers a survey of some of the most informative literature on cat behavior and biology, and how to make a happy home with your feline. […]
Play Aggression (Cats)
Contrary to popular belief, play aggression can occur in a cat of any age. The term “play aggression” can be deceiving, as this type of aggression can sometimes be extremely […]
Overstimulation (Cats)
Overstimulation refers to a cat’s normal response to being petted or handled in areas or ways the cat finds uncomfortable or have gone on for too long. A majority of […]
Leash Training (Cats)
Teaching your cat to walk on a harness and leash is a great way to let your cat safely enjoy the outdoors. It can also come in handy during trips […]
Introducing Dogs and Cats
Before Adopting Find your pet’s perfect match. Before taking the plunge, it’s important to know whether the dog you’re considering is a good candidate to live with your cat and […]
Introducing Cats
Setting the scene. Help your new cat settle into your home by keeping them in a small room with a litter box, food, water, toys, and a safe place to […]
Declawing
Cats are loved for their companionship, playfulness, and gentle love they provide to a home. However, when people and cats live together, some natural feline behaviors can lead to destruction […]
Cat Not Defecating
If you don’t find feces in the litter box there can be a few reasons, and we will help you trouble shoot. Before attributing this to a behavior reason, we […]
Cat Claw Clipping
Indoor cats need to have their claws clipped occasionally even if they have access to a scratching post, some might need it as frequent as every few months. Cats will […]
Adoption Handbook – Cat
Thinking of adopting a cat? Download the SF SPCA adoption handbook to learn more. Learn how to meet the needs of your new four-legged friend to ensure everyone’s safety, health […]
Cat Carriers and Vet Visits
It is important for your cat to understand that entering her carrier does not mean bad things will occur. This can be achieved in several ways, specifically by making your […]
Correcting Unwanted Behavior
What to Do with Your Cat’s Unwanted Behavior? There might be times when you find yourself at wit’s end with some of your cat’s unwanted behaviors. One might even want […]