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How to Stop a Male Cat From Mounting: 6 Vet-Verified Ways

How to Stop a Male Cat From Mounting: 6 Vet-Verified Ways

While it’s expected that unaltered tomcats will exhibit mounting behavior, many owners are shocked to see this behavior in their neutered male cats. It’s not u…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
Why Does My Cat Lick My Hands and Fingers? 8 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Cat Lick My Hands and Fingers? 8 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

While dogs are always assumed to be lick-loving, slobbering pets, cats are also known to lay tongues on their owners from time to time. Being licked by a cat c…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Can Cats Eat Cheesecake? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & Potential Risks

Can Cats Eat Cheesecake? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & Potential Risks

Simple to make and easily customized into dozens of delicious flavors, cheesecake is a popular dessert for humans. But what if your cat decides to steal a few…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why Is My Cat Licking Their Lips? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Cat Licking Their Lips? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Cats frequently groom themselves throughout the day, and licking their lips is normal behavior after a satisfying meal. However, excessive lip-smacking can be…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Does My Cat Lick My Face? 6 Possible Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Cat Lick My Face? 6 Possible Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Signs of affection from your cat can be wonderful, but a cat who insists on constantly licking you can become anything but pleasant. If your cat likes to lick…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Tell If Your Cat Has Asthma: 3 Vet-Approved Steps

How to Tell If Your Cat Has Asthma: 3 Vet-Approved Steps

As pet owners, we worry about our pets’ health, so we’re always looking for any strange behavior that could indicate illness—especially when it comes to cats,…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
Why Does My Cat Pee on My Bed?  6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Cat Pee on My Bed? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

You have just finished a long day at work and your cozy bed is calling your name. You snuggle up in your sheets but suddenly, a characteristic smell of ammonia…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Bean Sprouts? Vet-Approved Nutritional Info & Advice

Can Cats Eat Bean Sprouts? Vet-Approved Nutritional Info & Advice

It feels like every couple of years, we have a new lineup of superfoods that we can’t wait to get our hands on. Bean sprouts are nutrient-dense foods that are…

Hallie Ballard
By Hallie Ballard
Can Cats Eat Curry? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Curry? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

If you’re a cat parent, you may own a cat that is intrigued by everything you cook or eat. With all the spices used in curry, it makes sense that your cat may…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Rats? Vet-Reviewed Health and Safety Facts

Can Cats Eat Rats? Vet-Reviewed Health and Safety Facts

The image of cats chasing rodents has been around for centuries. In fact, mice are a part of the diet of wild cats, and many domestic cats were originally bred…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove