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Why Is My Cat Drinking Christmas Tree Water? 7 Reasons and How to Stop It

Why Is My Cat Drinking Christmas Tree Water? 7 Reasons and How to Stop It

Celebrating the holidays can bring out the best in us, but it can bring out the silliness in our cats. For instance, cats drink from the Christmas tree's water…

11 Best Cat Christmas Stockings - 2026 Reviews & Top Picks

11 Best Cat Christmas Stockings - 2026 Reviews & Top Picks

Christmas is a magical season that beautifully shines light on the importance of family and the wonderful gift of giving and receiving. Naturally, our pets are…

Skin Tumors in Cats - Taking a Look at Histiocytomas (Vet Answer)

Skin Tumors in Cats - Taking a Look at Histiocytomas (Vet Answer)

It's always a bit disconcerting to find a skin bump on your cat! Skin growths in cats are arguably not as common in cats as they are in dogs. However, they do…

Anisocoria in Cats: Symptoms, Causes, and Care (Vet Answer)

Anisocoria in Cats: Symptoms, Causes, and Care (Vet Answer)

Cats have some of the animal kingdom's most beautiful and distinctive eyes. One characteristic that makes their eyes particularly unique is the shape of their…

My Cat Ate Paint! Our Vet Explains What to Do

My Cat Ate Paint! Our Vet Explains What to Do

Cats may be far less likely than dogs to eat paint—or anything, for that matter! However, it can still occur. For example, kittens may be a bit more inquisitiv…

5 DIY Cat Christmas Stockings You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

5 DIY Cat Christmas Stockings You Can Make Today (With Pictures)

There's something special about treating your cat at the holidays, and what’s more quintessentially Christmas than a stocking on the hearth? Making your own Ch…

Why Is My Cat Lying Down to Drink Water? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons

Why Is My Cat Lying Down to Drink Water? 5 Vet-Verified Reasons

Whether you’re a new cat parent or you’ve had cats for years, we’ve all seen the old trope about cats drinking (and loving) milk. The truth is, while cats like…

Do All Cats React to Catnip? Common Affects & Facts

Do All Cats React to Catnip? Common Affects & Facts

If you've seen a cat on catnip, you know how extreme the response can be. A normally calm, reserved cat might suddenly become excited and playful. Your cat mig…