Cat Blog
The Definitive Guide to Cat Behavior and Body Language
Cats, like human-beings, reveal their inner states through their body language. At tuft + paw, we spend a ton of time researching cats in order to design our cat furniture. We have both a cat behaviorist and a veterinarian on our team, so we have a lot of insight into why cats behave a certain way.
Product Reviews
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Flushable Cat Litter: Is It Actually Safe? (A Buyer's Guide)
Flushable cat litter sounds great: it’s clean and convenient, and many cat owners appreciate that it's eco-friendly. While there are some concerns about the safety of flushing cat litter, it can be safe provided you are using a high-quality flushable litter, have an indoor cat who eats a commercial food diet, and live in an area where it's permitted. However, not all flushable litters are created equal. In this guide, we’ll explain how flushable litter works. We’ll also cover important point...
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Toxoplasmosis: What Is It, and Does It Really Matter?
Over 40 million people in the U.S. have been infected by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, a common parasite associated with cats. But how much of a risk does it actually pose in your home? The good news is that for most healthy people and cats, toxoplasmosis isn’t a concern. However, for certain groups—such as pregnant women—important precautions should be taken. In this article, we’ll go over what toxoplasmosis is and how it affects cats. We’ll also provide practical tips for preventing T. g...
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The Best Eco-Friendly Cat Litter Alternatives: A Complete Guide
About 60% of cat litter sold in the U.S. is of the clumping clay variety. Most of this clay litter is made from bentonite clay, which is a non-renewable source, meaning that it builds up in landfills. For this reason, many cat owners are exploring eco-friendly cat litter alternatives. In this article, we’ll go over why many cat owners are moving away from clay and silica cat litters. We’ll also go over the eco-friendly litter alternatives available, including their pros and cons. Here at Tuf...
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How Tofu Litter Can Transform Your Cat’s Bathroom Experience
Every cat owner knows how important the right litter is. Choose a good cat litter, and you’ve got great odor control, a happy cat, and easy clean-up. But choose the wrong cat litter, and you’ve got more of a mess to deal with and a cat who might start avoiding using their litter box – something no one wants to deal with. One option that's been growing in popularity is tofu litter, a natural cat litter option that's low-tracking, low-dust, and surprisingly effective at keeping odors at bay. If...
