The Noisy Lion Journal
The Scoop
Plant-based litter science, vet-smart care guides, and honest buyer advice for Canadian cat parents.
Is Catnip Safe for Cats? What the Science Actually Says
Catnip is non-toxic and non-addictive — here is what research actually says about kittens, seniors, quantit...
Covered vs Open Litter Boxes: An Honest Comparison
Both camps state their case far more confidently than the evidence supports. The one published study on cov...
Scented vs Unscented Cat Litter: What Your Cat's Nose Is Telling You
Fragrance in a litter box is a product feature aimed at the human in the room. A litter founder explains wh...
How Many Litter Boxes for Multiple Cats? The Setup Most Homes Get Wrong
One box per cat plus one is the rule everyone quotes — and it is only half the answer. Three boxes in a row...
How to Play With Your Cat (Most People Do It Wrong)
Waving a wand toy in your cat's face is not play — it is pestering. Here is how to move a toy like prey, wh...
Why Your Cat Stopped Using the Litter Box: A Behavior-First Checklist
A cat that stops using the litter box isn't getting revenge — it's reporting a problem. A litter founder wa...
The 5 Daily Needs Every Indoor Cat Has (and What Happens When They're Missing)
Eat, sleep, groom, patrol, hunt. Five things every indoor cat needs to do every day — and when one of them ...
Bringing a New Cat Home: The First-Week Setup That Prevents Problems
The first week with a new cat decides how the next ten years go. A safety sweep at cat height, one quiet ro...
Cat Litter Box Care & Training: The Complete Canadian Guide (2026)
The complete cat litter box care and training guide for Canadian households. Setup (location, n+1 rule, siz...