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How to Stop Cat Shedding: 8 Vet-Approved Tips

How to Stop Cat Shedding: 8 Vet-Approved Tips

Most cat owners accept that they have to deal with shedding. It's part of living with a fur-covered animal. There are, however, things that you can do to get y…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
Why Does My Cat Keep Coughing? 7 Vet-Reviewed Causes & Care Tips

Why Does My Cat Keep Coughing? 7 Vet-Reviewed Causes & Care Tips

Coughing is a normal, reflexive response to irritation in the throat or airways. Occasional coughing is normal for cats, but many cat owners have never heard t…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
5 Tabby Cat Breeds - Patterns & Markings (With Info & Pictures)

5 Tabby Cat Breeds - Patterns & Markings (With Info & Pictures)

"Tabby" is a term commonly used to refer to domestic cats. Contrary to popular belief, it's not a cat breed at all; it is actually a color pattern. It is the m…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
How to Dispose of Dog Poop Without Smell (10 Potential Methods)

How to Dispose of Dog Poop Without Smell (10 Potential Methods)

Dog owners know that part of having a dog is dealing with poop. But picking it up is only half the battle. That poop has to go somewhere, and most owners throw…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
Can Cats Eat Raw Pork? Nutrition Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Raw Pork? Nutrition Facts & Safety Guide

Whether you’re looking to transition your cat to a more natural diet, or you just want to share morsels of your own food, feeding your cat raw meat is somethin…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
Is Alstroemeria Toxic to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

Is Alstroemeria Toxic to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

Alstroemeria, also known as the Peruvian lily, is a common flower. It’s often gifted as a symbol of friendship or a romantic gesture. If you have a cat (or are…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
How to Tell If Your Cat Has Separation Anxiety: Vet-Verified Signs, Causes & Treatment

How to Tell If Your Cat Has Separation Anxiety: Vet-Verified Signs, Causes & Treatment

Cats are considered to be independent creatures, so it’s hard to believe that they might suffer from separation anxiety. Cats are actually quite social and for…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
How to Tell If a Lost Cat Is Microchipped & What to Do Next (Vet-Approved Tips)

How to Tell If a Lost Cat Is Microchipped & What to Do Next (Vet-Approved Tips)

Having your cat microchipped is one of the best ways to ensure that you are reunited with them if they should ever go missing. Collars with identification tags…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
7 DIY Cat Couch Plans You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

7 DIY Cat Couch Plans You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

If you’ve seen popular posts of crocheted, knitted, and hand-sewn cat couches, you might be looking to make your own. While most cat couch plans are simple wee…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
5 Homemade Hyperthyroid Cat Food Recipes (Vet Approved)

5 Homemade Hyperthyroid Cat Food Recipes (Vet Approved)

In some cases, cats diagnosed with hyperthyroidism can live longer, happier lives with the dietary management of their disease. One of the treatment options fo…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser