Clara Phillips

Clara Phillips

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Where does a Balinese prefer to loaf, high shelf, warm lap, or laundry basket?
I've watched mine rotate through all three depending on mood and time of day. High shelves are her go-to for a bird's eye view of the household action, but the moment I settle on the couch, she abando…
Is senior Burmese life usually still social and snack-aware rather than aloof?
My oldest Burmese, Mabel, turned sixteen last spring and she still follows me from room to room like a little shadow, always positioned exactly where she can see what I'm doing. She's developed this p…
Which fountain setup keeps a Turkish Van entertained without creating a splash zone?
I went with a heavy ceramic fountain that has a single, smooth dome-like top where water trickles down in a thin sheet. My Turkish Van spends hours pawing at that constant, even flow, and because the …
Can a Turkish Van's water-loving reputation translate into actual bath tolerance, or just sink supervision?
From my experience with two Turkish Vans, I've learned it's not about full baths at all - it's about control. One of mine, Jasper, will happily sit in an empty sink while I run the faucet over his paw…
Can a Scottish Fold live happily with a bossy resident cat if there are enough cozy loaf spots?
A bossy cat usually wants control, not conflict, and Scottish Folds are masters at peacefully yielding territory while still claiming their own. I've found that providing multiple cozy loaf spots isn'…
Can a Burmese share attention with kids, dogs, and another cat without getting possessive?
They really can, and in my experience with my Burmese, Luna, she's been the most adaptable cat I've ever owned. She grew up around my two kids, our golden retriever, and another rescue cat, and she ne…