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How Many Stomachs Do Cats Have? Vet-Verified Anatomy Facts

How Many Stomachs Do Cats Have? Vet-Verified Anatomy Facts

Understanding your cat’s digestive system is one way to make sure they stay healthy. Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they require animal protein in their…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Nutritional Yeast? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Tips

Can Cats Eat Nutritional Yeast? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Tips

Nutritional yeast is a popular and delicious condiment used to give a cheesy flavor to some vegan cuisine dishes. You may have wondered if your cat would enjoy…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Tell if Your Cat Is Blind - What You Need to Know!

How to Tell if Your Cat Is Blind - What You Need to Know!

Over time, your cat's many senses can wane or deteriorate as a part of the natural aging process. So, if your cat has recently gotten an injury or is moving in…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Can Cats Drink Syrup? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Important Considerations

Can Cats Drink Syrup? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Important Considerations

Cats can eat and drink some pretty weird things. If your cat just made a meal of your pancake buffet this morning, you might be wondering if the syrup is okay…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Can Cats Eat Tulips? Important Safety Facts (Vet Reviewed)

Can Cats Eat Tulips? Important Safety Facts (Vet Reviewed)

Biting objects that they're curious about is one of the ways that our cats learn about the world, especially since they don’t have hands. However, not everythi…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Oats? Nutrition Facts & FAQ  (Vet Reviewed)

Can Cats Eat Oats? Nutrition Facts & FAQ (Vet Reviewed)

If you’ve ever read the label on a carton of oatmeal, you probably know that oats are a nutritious, heart-healthy food.1 And if you share your home with a cat,…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Can Cats Eat Barbecue Sauce? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Can Cats Eat Barbecue Sauce? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

If you have ever been eating chicken or sausages with barbecue sauce (also referred to as BBQ sauce) on it, then you may have noticed that your cat stares long…

Sarah Psaradelis
By Sarah Psaradelis
Are Lilacs Poisonous to Cats? Vet Approved Facts to Keep Your Cat Safe

Are Lilacs Poisonous to Cats? Vet Approved Facts to Keep Your Cat Safe

Lilacs are a lovely spring flower that many can recognize instantly. Lilac has a soft, supple smell that is light and airy. It isn’t uncommon to see this flowe…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How to Tell if Your Cat Is Deaf? 5 Vet-Approved Signs to Look For

How to Tell if Your Cat Is Deaf? 5 Vet-Approved Signs to Look For

Deafness in pets, but specifically cats, might be more common than you'd think. Senses can deplete as any creature ages. These are just facts of life. If your…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
How Many Litters Can a Cat Have? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

How Many Litters Can a Cat Have? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Cats are delightful creatures, but unchecked, they can overbreed, wreaking havoc on local wildlife and struggling to survive as strays. Cats are naturally prol…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove