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Serengeti Cat: Breed Info, Pictures, Care, Traits & Facts

Serengeti Cat: Breed Info, Pictures, Care, Traits & Facts

The gorgeous Serengeti cat breed is an exotic-looking one with big round ears, slightly slanted eyes, bold spots, long legs, and a muscular body. Surprisingly,…

Is Celosia Poisonous for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Is Celosia Poisonous for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Our cats are family members and are often just as precious to us as our children. Like toddlers, cats can be curious about everything under the sun. They think…

How to Calm Down a Cat in the Car: 8 Vet-Approved Ways

How to Calm Down a Cat in the Car: 8 Vet-Approved Ways

The world is rapidly changing. So are pet owners. What does this mean? More and more of them are deciding that traveling with their cats is something they want…

Are Cicadas Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Are Cicadas Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Cicadas are creepy little insects with large eyes and stout bodies. They’re destructive pests that can wreak havoc on young trees and vines. Female cicadas can…

Is Buttercup (Ranunculus) Poisonous to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

Is Buttercup (Ranunculus) Poisonous to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

Spring is a wonderful time of year. The temperature starts to rise, and color begins to sprout all around. As much as we look forward to the change of season,…

Are Poppies Poisonous to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

Are Poppies Poisonous to Cats? Keeping Your Cat Safe

When you’re a cat owner but also love your garden, it can get difficult and a bit overwhelming to figure out which plants are poisonous to your cat and which o…

Why Do Cats Need Scratching Posts? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Need Scratching Posts? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

A scratching post may not seem like a priority item to purchase when bringing home a new kitty, but this seemingly unnecessary piece of equipment may just be t…

How Long Does It Take for Cat Hair to Grow Back? Vet-Reviewed Facts

How Long Does It Take for Cat Hair to Grow Back? Vet-Reviewed Facts

Whether your cat recently had a haircut with a groomer or needed a close shave for a surgical procedure, you might not be a fan of seeing your naked cat roamin…