(This list is always being updated. If I get asked a question three or more times, it will be added here! Please read through them before asking any questions! Don't be afraid to ask for clarification on anything, but questions that have already been asked/are similar to any on this list will be referred back to here.)
Is this blog only about cats? Well, mostly. Otherwise I wouldn't be a crazy cat lady;-) But at points other animals will slip in and make an appearance, as they shape who my cats are and their daily lives.
Are you a cat expert? Oh hell no. I may know a lot about them, at least more than the average person, but I'm no cat professional! I love learning about them, and if I ever find an interesting cat fact, I'll post it with a link to wherever I found it.
Do you breed cats? NO! I think there are too many kitties out there who need a home to even think about breeding them. That being said, I don't look down on professional cat breeders because if it wasn't for them, we wouldn't have many of the astoundingly beautiful breeds there are today. I DO disapprove of kitten farms though.
Do you own a certain breed and/or breeds? Like I've stated before, my kitties all find me so I don't ever go looking for purebreeds. They are all mostly classic Domestic Short/Long Hairs with wide range of coloring. The only one I suspect of being a certain breed is Bagheera, but sadly unless I go to an expert, I won't know for sure. (I suspect he is a Bombay Cat, or at least has a parent/grandparent that was one.) But I'll cover that in his profile^-^
What kind of interactions are okay? I'd love to hear about your cats too! Send me pictures/stories (these will be private between you and me) or cat facts! Feel free to ask questions about my kitties too! Nothing will flatter them more than being in the spot light. If you do have any questions on cat behavior, products I use, etc., I will answer them to the best of MY knowledge and experience. If and when I find better, I will adjust the material accordingly.
Can you provide answers cat health issues? Unfortunately, no. I am not a vet, so any and all health issues should be taken up with a trusted vet.
How/why do you have so many cats? Throughout my posts, I hope you all will be able to see how I ended up here. And why I wouldn't have it any other way^-^ so please stay tuned and you will have your answer.
How do you care for them all? Lots of love, training, enough room, and litter boxes. And scratching posts. So, so many scratching posts.
Doesn't your house stink? Actually no^-^ and no, I haven't just gotten use to the smell. I can promise you this because my Grandmother (who is quick to point out any dust, smell, or clutter) has no idea how many cats are in the house, and never notices the litter boxes when she visits. I have strategically placed litter boxes that I clean every other, if not every, day. It's also a matter of finding a certain litter and litter box that works best for your household. Your cats diet also has a large part as to how stinky they are. Along with that, it helps big time having two cats that are toilet trained! (I'm still not sure to this day how I accomplished that...)
Do you spend a lot on cat food? Well, obviously more than someone with one or two cats, but not as much as you'd think. I'm not going to lay out my expenses for you, but my cats eat in the morning and evening. I don't just leave food out for them to chow down on. They all have a certain amount they get for each meal. If you don't do this, I highly suggest talking to your vet and figuring out how much to give your kitty each meal. Very few cats can be left with food out constantly, not counting kittens. Not only does feeding my cats twice a day keep them at a healthy weight, but it also helps my wallet out because they don't go through their food as fast as they would if I just left it out.
Is their hair everywhere? Honey, I live on a farm. Hair is a part of life here! But there are certain cat toys and brushes that can help with hair control. All of which I have. If you have an open floor plan, a Rumba can help out big time too.
Why cats? Why not dogs? Don't get me wrong, I love dogs too. But cats really are just drawn to me more and I to them. I personally don't own any dogs, but several of my family members do and I love them! Someday I'd love to have my own dog, but I don't go out looking to adopt animals. When one comes to me someday, it will find a forever home.^-^ Until then, it's cat city up in here!