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.

How Much Does a Himalayan Cat Cost? Price Guide

A Himalayan cat usually costs $500 to $1,500 from a breeder, or $75 to $200 to adopt… Read More

Owner checking a tabby cat's fur to get rid of cat fleas

How to Get Rid of Cat Fleas: 8-Step Plan That Works

Fleas on your cat? Here’s the exact step-by-step plan to clear them off your cat and out… Read More

Do Cats Remember Their Kittens? The Scent Bond

Mother cats remember their kittens mostly by scent, but the bond fades after weaning and… Read More

Why Do Cats Cry Like Babies? The Science of the Sound

Cats cry like babies because their meows evolved to grab human attention, at a frequency… Read More

Kitten playfully scratching a person's hand, a common source of cat scratch disease

Cat Scratch Disease: Symptoms, Causes & Prevention

Cat scratch disease is a human bacterial infection spread by an infected cat’s scratch… Read More

Why Does My Cat Feel Hot? Normal Warmth vs. Fever

Your cat may feel hot because cats run warmer than us, with a normal temp of 100.5 to… Read More

Will Male Cats Kill Kittens? Keeping Kittens Safe

Some male cats can kill kittens, especially intact toms, sometimes to bring a female… Read More

2 month old kitten food in a bowl beside a small tabby kitten

2 Month Old Kitten Food: What & How Much to Feed

A warm, simple guide to feeding your 2-month-old kitten: what to feed, how much, how… Read More

Do Cats Get Mad at You? What’s Really Going On

Cats feel frustration and annoyance, but they don’t hold grudges or plot revenge. A… Read More

Are Siamese Cats Good Pets? Pros, Cons & Who It Suits

Yes, Siamese cats make wonderful pets for the right home. They’re affectionate, social… Read More

Cat receiving parasite treatment during a vet checkup

Cat Parasite Treatment: A Calm, Complete Vet Guide

Fleas, worms, ear mites, giardia and more: here’s how each common cat parasite is… Read More

Do Cats Need Exercise? How Much & Why

Yes, cats need exercise: aim for 20 to 30 minutes of active play a day. It keeps them at… Read More

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