Chris Dinesen Rogers

Chris has been a science-focused pet writer since 2009, specializing in health and the environment. She lives with her husband Norm and three amazing cats in the land of 10,000 lakes. When she's not writing about cats, Chris also enjoys boating and sampling wine. She has her WSET 1 and 2 certifications and is currently pursuing her Certified Wine Specialist Award (CSW).

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Where Do Outdoor Cats Sleep? 7 Places They Like to Curl Up (Vet-Reviewed)

Some cats are strictly indoor pets and prefer lounging on a bed, tower, or sofa. However, others split their time between being inside and outside. So, when it comes to finding a safe place to sleep outdoors, where do our furry felines like to curl up? Outdoor cats sleep anywhere that is safe and relatively […]

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Why Is My Cat’s Primordial Pouch So Big? Normal vs Abnormally Large (Vet Verified)

Maybe you first noticed it when you watched your cat dart around the room. You saw a seemingly large flap of skin near their hind end sway back and forth. You immediately panic, thinking your kitty is dangerously obese. What else could explain it? Rest assured; the chances are your pet isn’t abnormal. Instead, it’s

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How Can I Talk With a Vet if I am on a Trip With My Pet? 5 Vet Reviewed Tips to Be Prepared

It’s almost a cliché. You’re traveling and, seemingly out of nowhere, your pet gets sick or injured. It seems like the farther away and remote, the more inevitable its occurrence. We don’t like to think about these things happening. However, it’s always better to be prepared. Sadly, minutes can make the difference between a poor

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How to Save Time at the Vet? 11 Vet Approved Tips for Being Efficient at the Vet

Going to the vet’s office isn’t much different than seeing your doctor. You want to make the most out of your time with minimal hassle. Your veterinarian also wants to use their time effectively to help you and your animal with the problem at hand.  After all, taking your cat to the clinic is never

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Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare: How Vets Apply Them to Cats

It may be hard to imagine a time when drafting the principles of basic animal care was necessary. Sadly, the inhumane treatment of the country’s livestock prompted a 1965 British parliamentary inquiry into their conditions. It eventually led Professor John Webster of the now Farm Animal Welfare Council to draft what would become the Five

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Do Cats Have Hair or Fur? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Having hair is one of many characteristics that distinguish mammals from other classes of animals, such as reptiles and birds. Other traits include the anatomy of our inner ears, the structure of our jaws, and the presence and function of mammary glands. You’ve probably heard and used hair and fur interchangeably, along with coat, pelt,

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Do Cats Have Feelings? Feline Emotions Explained (Vet-Reviewed)

If you ask any pet owner, they’ll emphatically say that their cats have feelings. They say their cats have expressed love and affection, and can even recognize and respond to how their caregivers are feeling. And it turns out that they’re right about their feline companions! Research supports the hypothesis that our cats experience the

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How to Help Cats Adapt to a Divorce: Vet Reviewed Techniques & Tips

Divorce is never easy, and it’s even more complicated when pets are involved. Cats like their routines, and they get attached to their caregivers. Unfortunately, significant changes are on the horizon when it comes to divorce. While you can’t eliminate these changes, you can minimize their impact, with planning and cooperation. Hopefully, you can find

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6 Best Online Vet Services in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks

Veterinary care has come a long way over the years. The pandemic propelled telemedicine for people and pets. It allowed everyone to have access to care without the risk of getting sick, all from the comfort of our own homes. It also opened doors for individuals with animal companions who aren’t keen on the car

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