The Ideal Cat

Hello and welcome to The Ideal Cat! We are some passionate cat owners from different professions. We love our cats and have a lot of experience in how to care for our pets. We are incredibly excited to share our knowledge, experience, and research with you. So you can take good care of your loving cat. We will answer most of the common questions about owning cats, taking care of them, etc. If you have any question contact with us. Thanks for visiting! Enjoy the content.

a cat sleeping curled up

Do Cats Make Noises When They Sleep? Yes, Here’s Why

Yes, cats chirp, squeak, meow, twitch, and snore in their sleep, mostly during… Read More

Cat sitting beside cat-safe green houseplants on a bright windowsill

Cat Safe House Plants: Non-Toxic Picks + Ones to Avoid

A vet-informed guide to cat-safe houseplants, the toxic ones to avoid, and why lilies… Read More

a cat grooming its face

Why Do Cats Clean Themselves After Eating?

Cats clean themselves after eating mainly by instinct, to remove food smells that could… Read More

A cat curled into a tight ball asleep in a warm cozy bed

Cat Heated Bed: Is It Worth It? Safety & Choosing Guide

A heated cat bed can be a daily comfort for cats that feel the cold. Here’s who benefits… Read More

a cat flopping down on the floor

Why Do Cats Flop Down in Front of You?

When a cat flops down in front of you, it’s a trusting greeting. Showing the belly means… Read More

Several mixed-breed domestic cats with different coat colors and patterns sitting together

What Breed Is My Cat? How to Tell (Honest Guide)

Wondering what breed your cat is? Most cats aren’t purebred at all. Here’s how to read… Read More

Curious cat sniffing a white bowl of milk on a kitchen floor

Can Cats Drink Milk? Why It Upsets Most Cats

That saucer of milk is a myth worth retiring. Most adult cats are lactose intolerant, so… Read More

A rare Egyptian Mau cat with spotted coat and green eyes

15 Rare Cat Breeds You’ll Rarely Ever See

From the marbled Sokoke to the werewolf-like Lykoi, meet 15 of the world’s rarest and… Read More

two kitten littermates

How Long Do Cats Remember Their Siblings?

Cats remember siblings they grew up with for years if they stay together, but if… Read More

a Siamese color point cat

How to Tell If Your Cat Is Part Siamese: 5 Signs

You can suspect Siamese ancestry from color points, blue eyes, a slim body, and a chatty… Read More

A fluffy long-haired cat with a flowing coat sitting and looking at the camera

12 Long-Haired Cat Breeds: Fluffy Cats & Grooming

A warm roundup of the 12 most popular long-haired cat breeds, with a quick comparison… Read More

A 5-week-old kitten eating soft gruel from a shallow dish during weaning

5-Week-Old Kitten Feeding Schedule: How Much & How Often

Your 5-week-old kitten is mid-weaning. Here’s exactly how much gruel to feed, how often… Read More