It’s that time of the year when allergies can strike any of us, even those who desperately want a feline friend. Doctors often grab the easiest solution to cat allergies and recommend that people give up their cats. Fortunately, there are many options for treating cat...
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Happy pet families: helping cats & dogs get along
Dear Ms Kitty, My grown daughter had to move back home and she brought her two cats and dog with her. They’re all nice animals so we thought everyone would get along. But now there are fights and my cats Levon and Daniel are hiding under the bed. What did we do...
Say cheese! How to take great holiday cat photos
Dear Ms Kitty, The holidays are coming with more photo opportunities for the family. I’d love to include our cat Phrank in the family photos, but he often goes missing when we want to shoot them. How can I get him to stay? Snapping in Silverthorne Dear Snapping, The...
What are your cat’s whiskers, ears & eyes saying?
Cats have a reputation for being mysterious, don’t they. Memes on social media are full of inscrutable cats planning scary things. Vets will tell you that cats are masters at hiding pain. They have sound biological reasons for this. Cats are both predator and prey...
Feline Playstation: new ways to keep your cat active
More people of all ages are living in apartments every year. Smaller spaces can be a big change for both you and your kitty. Territory is important to all cats but as long as your cats' basic needs are met, they should adapt right along with you. Playstation Cats...
Absolutely floored: cats & remodeling
Remodeling and redecorating is a big trend this year, with spending more time at home in the office, or saving money by entertaining at home. Thanks for considering your kitties in your plans! Territory is very important to cats, so changes in their environment can be...
Cat costumes: trick, treat or torment?
Dear Ms Kitty, I see all these adorable costumes for pets in my local pet supply store, but when I try to put a costume on my cat Frodo, he acts like I’m trying to kill him. Why can’t he just go along with it like my dog Bilbo does? Costumed in Castle Rock Dear...
My cat didn’t come home! New ways to find your lost cat
Summer can be a scary time for our cats, with remodeling and strange visitors and of course, July 4th fireworks. The biggest thing to remember if your cat gets lost is don’t give up! In the first two weeks, they will probably be fairly close to home. As they say about...
Local Resources for Rehoming Your Cat in Colorado Springs
Happy Cats Haven is a small facility, so at any given time we have 30 to 40 cats on our waiting list with a wait time of 2-4 months. If you need help keeping your cat because of behavior issues, please contact us.Here are some other organizations in the Pikes Peak...