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How Does My Cat Fall Asleep So Fast? 3 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

How Does My Cat Fall Asleep So Fast? 3 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

If you have a cat, you might be deeply jealous of your fur baby being able to fall so quickly into Morpheus's arms. Indeed, your feline friend doesn't have to…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
How to Introduce a Cat to a Rabbit: 6 Vet Approved Tips

How to Introduce a Cat to a Rabbit: 6 Vet Approved Tips

Ever heard of prey and predator becoming friends? This is possible but rare and often unsafe for animals such as cats and rabbits, which are both popular pets.…

Sarah Psaradelis
By Sarah Psaradelis
How Much Exercise Do Vizslas Need? Vet-Verified Facts

How Much Exercise Do Vizslas Need? Vet-Verified Facts

If you’ve decided to add a new companion to your family, it’s always a good idea to research the breed first. No matter how cute a dog is, you should make sure…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
How Often Should I Bathe My Pug? 6 Vet-Approved Bathing Tips

How Often Should I Bathe My Pug? 6 Vet-Approved Bathing Tips

Pet owners are always trying to find the perfect schedule to keep their pets happy and healthy. Staying on a routine when it comes to feeding, walking, and hyg…

Melissa Gunter
By Melissa Gunter
Will My Cat Kill My Rabbit If They're Together? Vet Approved Socialization Tips & FAQ

Will My Cat Kill My Rabbit If They're Together? Vet Approved Socialization Tips & FAQ

For many of us, the idea of a rabbit and cat living together under one roof would have “disaster” written all over it—and for a good reason. Rabbits can be cha…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Do Cats Like Beards? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons

Why Do Cats Like Beards? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons

Cats have an uncanny ability to sniff out things humans might miss. Their sense of smell is far stronger than ours, and they’re naturally drawn to interesting…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Do Cats Like Their Ears Rubbed? 5 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Like Their Ears Rubbed? 5 Vet Reviewed Reasons

A cat’s ears are awfully cute. They are soft, pointy, and have a language of their own. It’s not a wonder we are drawn to them and always attempting to rub the…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Do Cats Like Bathtubs? 10 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Like Bathtubs? 10 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Cats are peculiar creatures. They have their own minds and habits that us humans may never understand. It is well known that most cats dislike water, so we may…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Do Cats Sit On Squares, Even Squares of Tape? 8 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Sit On Squares, Even Squares of Tape? 8 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

If you have a cat, you already know that they do some weird and interesting things, like killing birds and giving them to you as “presents.” There’s one habit…

Gregory Iacono
By Gregory Iacono
Why Do Pomeranians Spin in Circles? 4 Vet-Verified Reasons

Why Do Pomeranians Spin in Circles? 4 Vet-Verified Reasons

The Pom’s quirky twirl is their way of doing a happy dance. It’s not normally cause for concern and will probably put you in merry spirits, too. If you catch y…

Brooke Bundy
By Brooke Bundy