Why did cats become domesticated?

#Middlebury #Cats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I know it’s a running joke that cats rule people and not the other way around. But if cats can’t stand people, why did they become ... Continue Reading →

Long-distance move with cats in pickup

#Middlebury #Cats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have three rescue cats. They’re the only family I’ve got. I’m planning to relocate to a rural area that is several days’ ... Continue Reading →

Senior kitties need homes

#Middlebury #Southbury #Cats By MARJORIE NEEDHAM Cute little kittens attract a lot of attention at animal shelters. They get adopted pretty quickly. Younger cats do well, too. But ... Continue Reading →

Couch Theater – April 16, 2020

#Middlebury #DVD Movies reviewed in this week’s column have just been released on video and DVD. “Doolittle” (PG) – Robert Downey Jr. headlines as Dr. Doolittle, the man ... Continue Reading →

Household cleaners can irritate pets

#Middlebury #Cats #HouseholdCleaners DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I saw a warning circulating on social media that said many household disinfecting cleaners are toxic to cats. Is this true? ... Continue Reading →

Cats don’t care for new puppy

#Middlebury #Puppy #Cats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My two cats do not like my new puppy at all. Every time Sparks tries to approach one of them, they hiss and swipe at his nose. I’m ... Continue Reading →

Break a cat’s biting behavior

#Middlebury #Pets DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Our male cat, Buster, is celebrating his third birthday. While he’s a good kitty most of the time, he has these moments where he decides ... Continue Reading →

Yes, cats can learn how to do tricks

#Middlebury #Cats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Can a cat learn how to do tricks, the way a dog does? – Will N., via email DEAR WILL: Cats can be trained to do quite a few things! They ... Continue Reading →

Low-cost rabies clinic in Southbury Sunday, June 2

#Middlebury #Southbury #RabiesClinic The Pomperaug District Department of Health, Southbury Animal Control and Southbury Veterinary Hospital are providing a low-cost rabies clinic for ... Continue Reading →

Does my cat need Himalayan salt?

#Middlebury #Cats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’m thoroughly confused by all the “health advice” for pets that I read online. One site tells me my cats should eat only organic ... Continue Reading →