Molly DeVoss
Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist & Certified Cat Behavior Consultant
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Co-authored Articles (28)
An Easy Catnip Tea Recipe for Cats
Plus, the benefits of catnip tea and how to serve it Interested in brewing a delicious cup of tea for your kitty? Catnip tea is a yummy beverage that your cat will love, and it can even boost their mood. It's also super ...
How to
Give Your Cat a Massage
Massaging your cat can make your favorite furry creature feel relaxed, calm down after a stressful event, and just feel more loved and cared for. In fact, if done correctly, massaging your cat can make your kitty feel mu...
How to
Cat Proof Your Christmas Tree
Is your cat smitten by your Christmas tree – so intrigued that they clamber onto it, knocking needles, decorations, and tinsel everywhere? Or perhaps they have even come close to knocking over the entire tree? Keeping ...
Why Does Your Cat Love to Lick You? 8 Expert-Backed Explanations
Find out what your kitty’s kisses mean and how you can get them to stop licking you It can feel like a true honor to receive a sweet lick from your cat. But what do their licks really mean? Are they a sign that your ca...
How to
Put an Elizabethan Collar on a Cat
Elizabethan collars, also known as e-collars, are important to the health and well-being of injured cats. They prevent your cat from licking and biting injuries, possibly removing stitches and creating the need for furth...
How to
Communicate with Your Cat
Scientists have discovered that cats have developed an elaborate communication system with hundreds of vocalizations to tell humans what they want or need. Developing an understanding of how your cat is communicating wi...
How to
Take Care of a Cat
With their playful personalities, affectionate behavior, and adorable faces, cats can be the ideal pet. But, despite popular opinion, cats are ''not'' maintenance-free! To keep your cat healthy and happy, you need to kno...
How to
Store Wet Cat Food
Keep your cat's food fresh and safe to eatIf you’ve decided wet food is best for your cat, it’s important to keep your chosen brand of cat food safely stored. Food that is out-of-date, improperly stored, or exposed t...
9 Spiritual Meanings of a Stray Cat Choosing You (& What to Do)
Learn what a sweet, stray kitty is trying to tell youHaving a stray cat come up to you and follow you home is a super sweet gesture that might hold powerful spiritual meanings. A stray cat choosing you might mean they’...
How to Train a Cat to Use a Litter Box
Teach your cat to keep its business contained Most cats learn from their mothers at a very young age to use a litter box, but recently-adopted stray or feral cats may not know how to use a litter box. Sometimes even a we...
How to
Make Cat Litter at Home
If you find yourself out of cat litter (it happens to every cat lover at some point), you can try to make it from scratch at home or while traveling. You may also find this is a budget-friendly, easy and eco-conscious al...
How to
Keep Cats out of Rooms
There can be various reasons for keeping cats out of rooms. Perhaps you have a baby, or a family member has allergies, or you are worried about the cat destroying a piece of furniture. Maybe you just want a part of the h...
How to
Put on a Cat Harness
Are you considering putting a harness on your cat? Perhaps you want to walk the cat outdoors, or maybe you need to travel with the cat and are scared it might escape. Whatever the reason, a harness is a great option, as ...
How to
Speak Cat
Learn how to talk to your cat and know its needs Cats are generally low-maintenance and fun pets to have in your house. Your cat can communicate with you by meowing, hissing, purring, and moving their body to signal want...
4 Interesting Reasons Why Animals Like to Be Pet
Learn why animals find petting pleasurable (and how petting them benefits you, too) Cats purr. Dogs kick their legs. Bunnies lick your hand. We love to pet our animals and watch their adorable reactions to our affection,...
How to
Encourage Your Cat to Go to Sleep
Most cats will sleep up to 16 hours a day and, contrary to popular belief, are not nocturnal. They are actually crepuscular which means they are most active at dawn and dusk. Unfortunately, if you're a pet owner, you're ...
How to
Prevent Cats from Eating Plants
Cats are curious by nature, so your favorite plants might pose a huge temptation to your little friend. Cats enjoy playing with and even eating plant leaves, as well as digging in the soil around the plant. You should ne...
How to
Make Friends With a Stray Cat
Stray cats are used to fending for themselves without human care or attention. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t befriend one. With patience, you can encourage a stray to trust you. Start by offering food and lett...
How to
Attract Cats
New cats may be shy or scared of you when you first interact with them. Luckily, there are easy ways to make a cat come closer and trust you. Whether you're trying to attract cats outside or build trust in an indoor cat,...
How to Travel With 2 Cats on a Flight: Tips, Prep, & More
Get your kitties ready for takeoff with this thorough travel guideFlying with two cats on a plane might seem daunting, but as long as you follow your airline’s guidelines and prepare before going through TSA, it can b...
