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14 Ways to Provide Mental Stimulation for Cats: Vet-Reviewed Recommendations

Cats are perceived as lazy creatures. It’s true that they enjoy lounging around and taking naps, but that doesn’t mean they don’t need mental stimulation too. A bored cat can become destructive or obese or develop other behavioral problems. That’s...

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How Do You Keep a Cat From Getting Bored? 12 Vet-Approved Tips

Cats are remarkable pets that make excellent companions for children and adults. They are playful, friendly, and fairly easy to maintain. They are also well-behaved for the most part, but if they get bored, they can get into mischief, like...

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How to Enrich My Cats Life: 14 Vet-Reviewed Ways to Make a Difference

As cat owners, we must care for our cats in every way: grooming them, feeding them, taking them to the vet, and giving them plenty of petting and cheek scratching. But ensuring that they are happy and getting the right...

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Humane Society Silicon Valley | Heroes of the Pet World

Veterinarians, vet technicians, practice managers, rescuers, behaviorists, nutritionists, trainers, volunteers, and other animal professionals are the backbone of pet ownership. Helping pets and their families live in harmony and health together. Catster wants to highlight some of these underrated champions...

How to Cool Down a Cat: 9 Vet-Approved Tips

When the hot weather rolls around, it is imperative to know how to look after your cat. All felines, just like humans, can be at risk of overheating when it’s hot and humid, with the potential of causing heatstroke. Although...

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Keeping Cats Safe in Summer: 7 Tips That Don’t Just Involve the Heat

When it comes to summertime, many people focus on the heat. There are plenty of resources about how to keep a cat cool but very little advice about the other things that summer brings to the table compared to winter...

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Catster Photo Contest: Cats of the Week Winners (June 5, 2025)

This Week’s Winner Silliest Most Dignified Most Expressive Best Action Shot Sleepiest Cutest Enter Your Cat Submit your kitty for a chance to be featured! Click here

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Can Cats Be Trained Like Dogs? Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

Cats are independent creatures that like to do things on their own terms. However, they are also highly intelligent and can learn to do many things that we want to teach them. But can cats be trained like dogs can?...

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How to Collar Train a Cat: 8 Vet-Approved Steps

When you think of collars, you might automatically think of dogs. But collars can also be useful for cats (and in fact, they should be used in certain situations), and you can choose from a few types. Choosing and fitting...

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10 Best Cat Collars in 2025 – Reviews & Top Picks

For many of us, collars are almost an afterthought; more of a fashion accessory for our felines than anything else. But what happens if your cat were to get lost? Especially if your cat spends any time outside, you need...

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How to Brush a Cat: 8 Vet-Verified Steps

Whether you’re trying to control shedding or looking for a way to bond with your cat, brushing is an essential part of caring for your pet. Some cats naturally love the activity, while others hide at the first sight of...

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8 Common Types of Cat Brushes (With Pictures)

Cats are known for their fondness for grooming and keeping themselves clean, but there are times we cat parents need to lend them a helping hand. No matter how fastidious your favorite feline is, they won’t always be able to...

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11 Best Cat Brushes in 2025 – Reviews & Top Picks

Regardless of whether you own a fluffy Persian or a smooth Siamese, regular brushing is essential to remove any shedding hair before it makes its way into your home. For cats with longer coats, daily brushing will help prevent any...

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Catster Photo Contest: Cats of the Week Winners (May 22, 2025)

This Week’s Winner Silliest Most Dignified Best Action Shot Sleepiest Cutest Most Expressive Enter Your Cat Submit your kitty for a chance to be featured! Click here

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Catflix & Chill: The Wednesday Cats of Catster Watch TV

Welcome to the Wednesday Cats of Catster! Every month, we ask our cat-loving Catsters to weigh in on a new topic. This week, we asked them to tell us how their cats react to TV and music. Here’s what they...

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