9 Reasons to Live in Rural Japan
“Inaka” is the Japanese word for countryside and refers to the rural areas of Japan. These areas are known for …
JET 2020: To go or not to go?
Out of my current desk warming boredom, I’ve been reading some of the concerns of incoming 2020 JETs, along with the mostly negative comments from current JETs. They do also raise a few valid points. So the question is to go or not to go?
COVID in Rural Japan: Braced for Bad News
I feel for the people in the rest of the world, and even the rest of the bigger cities in Japan. Living through COVID in rural Japan has been like living in a little anti-pandemic bubble. Most likely the virus is here, but being in one of the most rural cities, in one of the most rural prefectures, on the least populated island of Japan, means that it’s progression has been exponentially slower than elsewhere in Japan and the world. Despite all this, I can’t help but be braced for bad news.
Benefits of Spaying and Neutering Cats
It is possible that you are caring for a cat that hasn’t been spayed or neutered due to its age or previous health condition. If this is the case, it is best to fix your cat as soon as possible because there are so many benefits of spaying and neutering cats. Even indoor ones!
Preventing the Top 5 Cat Behaviour Issues
When it comes to training and preventing cat behaviour issues, its best to not allow problems to continue and develop into a habit. Instead, it is important to identify problematic behaviours and causes, and try to prevent them. Cats are capable of learning which behaviours are acceptable and unacceptable, and with patience, can be taught so by you.
10 Steps to Find an Escaped Cat
A cat escaping is a devastating and dangerous event which requires some immediate action. Depending on the situation, it is best to inform local shelters, neighbours, and any affiliated organizations in case the cat is a foster pet. Furthermore, here are 10 steps to find an escaped cat.
Socializing a New Cat: First Interaction & Hiding
Cats may have a variety of reasons to hide, especially when they are in a new environment. Read this post to learn about what kind of first interaction and hiding is normal.
5 Major Ways to Cat Proof Your Home
Ensuring the safety of incoming cats should be first and foremost in any adopters’ or fosters’ minds. There are many first time mistakes, some which may be fatal, that can easily be avoided through some research and preparation. To prevent these, follow these 11 steps to cat proof your home.
5 Steps to a Healthy and Happy Cat
Ensuring your cats comfort and happy comes only second to their safety. With indoor cats especially, enriching your home is essential to their healthy development. Here are some questions and tips to do just that for your new pet.
13 Priceless Places to Eat in South Korea
Korea is one of the few places in the world where I would come back Seouly to eat (yup worst dad joke ever). Jokes aside, here is my list of 13 places to eat in South Korea