Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

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10 Vet-Verified Types of Cat Collars and Their Uses (With Pictures)

10 Vet-Verified Types of Cat Collars and Their Uses (With Pictures)

When most people think about cats, leashes and collars are often the last things that come to mind. Neither indoor nor outdoor cats need to be walked, so what’…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
Why Do Cats Hold Their Mouths Open? 9 Vet-Approved Reasons

Why Do Cats Hold Their Mouths Open? 9 Vet-Approved Reasons

Cats have a special relationship with their five senses, which is partly behind the question of "Why do cats keep their mouth open?" It's called the Flehmen Re…

Kerry-Ann Kerr
By Kerry-Ann Kerr
Will a Cat Only Purr for Humans? Do They Do it for Other Cats? (Vet-Verified)

Will a Cat Only Purr for Humans? Do They Do it for Other Cats? (Vet-Verified)

You may have heard that cats only purr for humans. Well, how true is that? As adorable of a sentiment as it is, cats do not purr for humans exclusively. Cats h…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Why Does My Cat Go into Another Room and Meow? 9 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Cat Go into Another Room and Meow? 9 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Cats meow as a means of communication with others, with us, and to express their internal states, which can make us think that they're trying to let us know so…

Kerry-Ann Kerr
By Kerry-Ann Kerr
How to Care for a Deaf Cat: 7 Vet-Approved Tips

How to Care for a Deaf Cat: 7 Vet-Approved Tips

It’s challenging to be hard of hearing, whether you walk on two legs or four. If you have a furry friend born without hearing or your senior kitty is beginning…

Chelsea Mortensen
By Chelsea Mortensen
My Cat Licked Flea Medicine! Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Cat Licked Flea Medicine! Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

Routine care for your cat will often include giving them a monthly or tri-monthly flea treatment. Thanks to modern medicine, this has never been easier, as fle…

Dr. Lauren Demos
By Dr. Lauren Demos
Can My Cat Understand Dogs or My Other Cat? Animal Communication Explained (Vet-Verified)

Can My Cat Understand Dogs or My Other Cat? Animal Communication Explained (Vet-Verified)

If you've spent any time online watching cute animal videos, you've probably come across at least one highlighting the relationship between an unlikely pair of…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
Are Angel Plants Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Approved Facts and Toxicity Guide

Are Angel Plants Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Approved Facts and Toxicity Guide

Angel Plants, or Exotic Angel Plants, is a reputable brand of houseplants that sells over 400 different types of plants. Because the term “Angel Plants” isn’t…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
Is It True That All Russian Blue Cats Have Green Eyes? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Is It True That All Russian Blue Cats Have Green Eyes? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

There is a lot of debate over whether all Russian Blue cats have green eyes. Some people say that this is simply a myth, while others swear that it is true. So…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Why Does My Cat Have Whiskers on Their Eyebrows? Vet-Verified Facts & Functions

Why Does My Cat Have Whiskers on Their Eyebrows? Vet-Verified Facts & Functions

Though whiskers above the mouth are a standout feature in cat anatomy, whiskers in other areas are less conspicuous. In addition to the area above their mouths…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson