by Kelly Detherow | Feb 6, 2026 | Cat Integration & Introductions, feline behavior consulting, Multi-Cat Households, Pets
In my previous posts, we explored [Modern Cat Ownership: Why It’s Different Today ] and how to successfully [How Long Does It Take for a Cat to Adjust to a New Home?]. But if you are looking to expand your clowder—or if you’re wondering why your current cats keep...
by Kelly Detherow | Jan 23, 2026 | Cat Care & Behavior, Kansas City Pet Parent Guide, Pets
How long does it take for a cat to adjust to a new home? In our previous post, we looked back at how much cat ownership has evolved since the 1970s and 80s. We’ve moved away from the era of “outdoor mousers” and into an age where our cats are cherished...
by Kelly Detherow | Jan 9, 2026 | Cats, Pet Ownership, Pets, Pets / Animals
If you grew up in the 1970s or 80s, your memory of the “family cat” is likely a world away from the reality of modern cat ownership. Fifty years ago, cats were often viewed as low-maintenance accessories—useful mousers that lived largely outdoors, slept on...
by Kelly Detherow | Dec 26, 2025 | Pets
The financial reality of pet ownership can hit you like a freight train. For me, that moment came when my beloved Pekingese, Remy, was diagnosed with severe Pulmonary Hypertension (PH). After rushing her to the emergency veterinarian, I received two devastating pieces...
by Kelly Detherow | Dec 12, 2025 | cat behavior, cat care, Cat Health, Cats, Pets, Pets / Animals
The holiday season is a beautiful time for new additions to the family, including kittens and cats. If you are a current or potential cat owner, the topic of scratching—and sometimes, the drastic measure of declawing—may have crossed your mind. Fortunately, there are...
by Kelly Detherow | Nov 28, 2025 | Cat Health, Pets
Tired of giving your feline friend the same old holiday toys that get ignored after five minutes? This Christmas, it’s time to rethink holiday presents for cat lovers! We’re focusing on investments that genuinely improve your cat’s health and, most importantly,...
