With only a few days left in June, you still have a chance to save a rescue cat in honor of adopt-a-cat month. If you are debating on bring a cat home, here are a few reasons how owning a cat can bring you great joy and fulfillment to your life! 1. Cats are independent. They need very little supervision, which is perfect if you consider yourself a workaholic or have a busy lifestyle. 2. Cats bathe themselves. This gives you one less chore that you would have to consider and d

June is adopt a rescue cat month, and this month we have found a very special cat at Tree House Humane Society. Slim Jim Phantom is a friendly and affectionate cat. He adores spending time with humans and given the opportunity, he will follow you everywhere! Slim Jim has a very silly side, too! You might catch him with his tongue sticking out, which makes him that much more loveable. This cutie has the teeny tiniest meow and is very chatty. Slim Jim cannot wait to find his fo

Adopting a cat is the way to go, especially since June is adopt-a-cat month. However, a cat is a long term commitment and there are some things you can should consider before you bring a kitty home as your pet. 1. Do you have time to commit to a new cat? Do you work full time or travel frequently? Many animal shelters recommend a pair of cats as pets so they can keep eachother company while you are away. If you are not home enough to adopt a cat, most rescues will tell you ri

Tiny and playful Caddie Woodlawn will always be a kitten! After losing her home due to circumstances out of her control, Caddie has been a bit frightened by the shelter atmosphere, but when she’s introduced to a human her pretty green eyes light up. She loves nothing more than bonding, and purrs nonstop when petted and given attention. Little Caddie is ready for a home that will give her the love she needs! Caddie is currenty at the Tree House Humane Society in Bucktown. She

If your cat has started to avoid the litter box, take heart. There are things you can do to learn the cause of this behavior. There are usually three reasons why cats urinate outside their litter box. 1. Medical Condition. If your cat suddenly starts peeing in inappropriate places, make an appointment with your veterinarian to investigate disorders known to cause this behavior. Any change in your cat's behavior, including a difference in litter box habits, should be investiga

When your cat grooms himself, tiny hook-like structures on the tongue catch loose and dead hair, which is then swallowed by your cat. Some of the hair stays in the stomach, which forms the hairball. Ultimately, your cat will vomit the hairball to get rid of it. Hairballs are most likely to appear in long haired cat breeds. As cats grow older, they become groomers and more proficient at removing fur from their coats. It can be disturbing to watch your cat eliminate a hairball.

Chicagoland Cat Sitter's cat rescue for the month of March is Little Miss Solid Gold! She is currently residing at Tree House Humane Society. She was born in 2012 and was found in a carrier, frightened and self-protective. She's not used to the shelter environment, but Little Miss Solid Gold tries to be tough and brave. She is curious in her surroundings and interested in people. She is shy to the touch, so try using a wand toy with her to play and let her warm up to you. Lit

Meet Verbana! Chicagoland Cat Sitters' Rescue Cat of the Month! Hi there. I am Verbena. I was born at Harmony House in May, 2011. My mom and two of my sisters already have homes and now I am waiting for my home. I am easy going and friendly, but I like to take a little time to get to know people. Come visit me at Harmony House! #cat #chicago #adopt #adoption #adoptacat #chicagolandcatsitters #harmonyhouseforcats #pets #pet

Cats should be taken for a check up at the very least once a year, but every six months if possible. A "well cat" visit is probably the most important thing for a cat's health. During this visit, your veterinarian will check the cat's body, looking for signs of diseases or anything unusual. Your vet will check your cat's ears for parasites, mouth for tartar and gum disease, heart and lungs, and skin for lesions or bumps. Your veterinarian will also weigh your cat and assign a

My name is Barbie and as you can tell, I am quite the furry model when there is a camera nearby. I really love people, but I don't share well with the other cats, and am a bit of a diva girl. The volunteers say that my cattitude is a calico trait. So I need a home with no other pets where I can be the star. I was born in Aug 2012 so maybe that means my sign is Leo the lion. I hope so! If you're looking for a beautiful kitty cat, take a trip to Harmony House for Cats to visit