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Are Croton Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Approved Safety Facts

Are Croton Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Approved Safety Facts

The plant commonly known as the croton is a popular ornamental flowering plant.1 The term “croton” is also used to refer to a genus of flowering plants that be…

Chelsie Fraser
By Chelsie Fraser
Can Dogs Get Dementia? Vet-Approved Signs & Stages

Can Dogs Get Dementia? Vet-Approved Signs & Stages

Most people are familiar with dementia in humans, but did you know it can also affect your dog? Canine cognitive decline (CCD), or cognitive dysfunction syndro…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Is Ponytail Palm Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Is Ponytail Palm Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

When it comes to having a comfortable home, all the inhabitants must be safe, both humans and pets. If you love cats but want to enjoy the beauty of nature ins…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Are Rubber Plants Toxic to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

Are Rubber Plants Toxic to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

For those who enjoy keeping live plants and pets in the same home, it’s important to know which plants pose a threat to cats and dogs to ensure their safety. R…

Lindsey Lawson
By Lindsey Lawson
Are Air Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Approved Health Facts

Are Air Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Approved Health Facts

Houseplants are a lovely addition to your home or office, but some of them can be toxic to pets. Many popular plants people often buy to have in rooms, includi…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Is Amaryllis Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Is Amaryllis Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Amaryllis is a popular gifted winter holiday plant people enjoy. It’s easy to grow and has large, showy flowers in a variety of colors. What we find beautiful,…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why Does My Dog Pee on My Bed? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Dog Pee on My Bed? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

No one wants to fall into their nice warm bed only to find a nice warm puddle! Beds are one of the more common places for doggy accidents, which is pretty frus…

Chelsea Mortensen
By Chelsea Mortensen
How to Clean a Cat Wound: 5 Vet-Approved Steps

How to Clean a Cat Wound: 5 Vet-Approved Steps

The last thing you want to even consider is your cat having a wound. But it can happen. It is more likely to occur if you have an outdoor cat, but accidents ca…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
How to Prevent Hairballs in Cats: 6 Vet-Approved Methods

How to Prevent Hairballs in Cats: 6 Vet-Approved Methods

The dreaded hairball, with the noise, the mess, and the cleanup, is definitely not one of our favorite parts of cat ownership (though our cats are still worth…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
Are Polydactyl Cats Inbred? Everything You Need to Know

Are Polydactyl Cats Inbred? Everything You Need to Know

Some cats have traits that make them unique, and being Polydactyl is just one of them. In fact, sailors once thought Polydactyl cats had a greater advantage wh…

Patricia Dickson
By Patricia Dickson