Cat Behavior

Did you know that plants are in the top five categories of toxins that pets encounter? Unfortunately, some plants can be fatally toxic to cats. Luckily, if your cat has just eaten a rose, you can rest easy. The common rose is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA!

Cat owners understand how much their feline companions love a good game of chase. Anything from a dust particle to the hairy tip of their tail may be used for fun paw play. As a result, many cat owners turn to flashing a laser pointer on the floor, tempting their pet into a game of "chase" with a bright light. These laser pointers are cheap, widely accessible, easy to operate, and can provide bonding time for you and your cat. However, laser pointers emit a strong beam of light, which begs the question: Are lasers bad for cats? Let’s talk about the science behind a laser pointer for cats. Consequently, in this post, we will explore why lasers can be bad for cats and how to make laser pointer play fun and beneficial to your feline companion.