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Can Cats Eat Jalapeños? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Jalapeños? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Jalapeños are medium-sized, spicy peppers that are used as ingredients in many dishes. Humans who enjoy spicy food usually use these peppers to add heat to foo…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Honeydew? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Honeydew? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

If your cat seems interested in some of the foods that you eat, you might start researching what is safe for your cat to munch on. Most cats don’t seem to be o…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Can Cats Eat Thyme? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Thyme? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

As a relative of the oregano plant, thyme is quite fragrant and flavorful. It is typically utilized for culinary and medicinal purposes, but many find that its…

Rachael Gerkensmeyer
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer
Why Has My Cat Stopped Eating Dry Food But Still Eats Treats? Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Has My Cat Stopped Eating Dry Food But Still Eats Treats? Vet Reviewed Reasons

Cats have a reputation for being picky eaters, and it's not uncommon for them to refuse food from time to time. However, sometimes your cat will stop eating on…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why Does My Cat Keep Farting? Vet-Reviewed Causes & Tips

Why Does My Cat Keep Farting? Vet-Reviewed Causes & Tips

Cats are such graceful animals that you don’t typically think about them farting and whenever they do release gas, it can come as a bit of a surprise! Some peo…

Hallie Ballard
By Hallie Ballard
Why Is My Cat Keeping One Eye Closed? 5 Vet-Reviewed Eye Problems

Why Is My Cat Keeping One Eye Closed? 5 Vet-Reviewed Eye Problems

When people wink at each other, it’s generally a sign of affection or an attempt to flirt. However, if your cat appears to be “winking” because they’re holding…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Can Cats Eat Dill? Vet-Reviewed Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Dill? Vet-Reviewed Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

The smell of certain foods is one reason why cats are attracted to trying new things. This is especially the case with herbs, as the plants themselves often ha…

Savanna Stanfield
By Savanna Stanfield
Can Cats Eat Chia Seeds? What You Need to Know!

Can Cats Eat Chia Seeds? What You Need to Know!

Humans have become obsessed with the idea of superfoods over the past few years, and chia seeds are one of the top foods on the list. We love how nutritionally…

Hallie Ballard
By Hallie Ballard
Can Cats Eat Granola? Vet-Reviewed Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Granola? Vet-Reviewed Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

A granola bar certainly hits the spot when we’re starting to get hungry before lunch and dinner. They’re easy to transport and are a good source of energy for…

Hallie Ballard
By Hallie Ballard
Can Cats Eat Beets? Vet-Approved Health & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Beets? Vet-Approved Health & Safety Guide

Although cats are obligate carnivores, they can still eat small amounts of vegetables. Both raw and cooked beets are safe vegetables for cats to eat, although…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove