Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

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Can Cats Eat Mashed Potatoes? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Mashed Potatoes? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Safety Guide

Anyone who has owned a cat knows what it's like to have a curious nose lingering near their dinner plate. After all, how dare you try to eat something without…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Can Cats Eat Vanilla Ice Cream? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Eat Vanilla Ice Cream? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

During the hot dog days of summer, cat owners may be tempted to treat their feline friends to a spoonful of yummy and refreshing vanilla ice cream. It is a pop…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Can You Shave a Cat With Human Clippers? Vet-Verified Facts to Consider & Tips

Can You Shave a Cat With Human Clippers? Vet-Verified Facts to Consider & Tips

In certain circumstances, a cat might need shaving. While this is pretty rare, you might find yourself needing to clip your cat’s coat for a few different reas…

Emma Stenhouse
By Emma Stenhouse
Are Succulents Toxic to Cats? Vet-Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Are Succulents Toxic to Cats? Vet-Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Many cat owners love to fill their homes with succulent plants, but are any of these plants poisonous to your cat? Succulents are easy to look after, look grea…

Emma Stenhouse
By Emma Stenhouse
Why Do Cats Touch Noses? Vet-Verified Feline Behavior

Why Do Cats Touch Noses? Vet-Verified Feline Behavior

Cats are fascinating to watch, and everything a cat does is deliberate. Felines do not take action for the sake of it. The purposeful nature of a cat’s ways is…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
7 Vet-Verified Ways to Keep Cats Out of House Plants

7 Vet-Verified Ways to Keep Cats Out of House Plants

Is there a way to keep your kitty out of your plants? Of course, you could give away your plants, so you don’t have to fight with your precious puss, but this…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
What's the Best Material for a Cat Scratching Post? Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

What's the Best Material for a Cat Scratching Post? Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

Scratching posts are wonderful and necessary items that help keep your cat entertained while fulfilling a natural and necessary instinct. Furthermore, having t…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
How to Get Your Cat to Sleep in a New Bed: Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

How to Get Your Cat to Sleep in a New Bed: Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

Saying that cats love to sleep is a bit of an understatement. Cats sleep between 15 and 20 hours each day. They're pros at finding comfortable spots to cuddle…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
How to Get Cat Poop Smells Out of Carpet: 11 Vet-Verified Quick & Easy Steps

How to Get Cat Poop Smells Out of Carpet: 11 Vet-Verified Quick & Easy Steps

Although cats groom themselves thoroughly and typically don't miss the litter box, accidents happen occasionally. Cat feces can sometimes be tricky to get out,…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Why Do Cats Eat & Chew on Plants? Vet-Verified Facts & Plant Guide

Why Do Cats Eat & Chew on Plants? Vet-Verified Facts & Plant Guide

Cats are strict carnivores, preferring to hunt down small prey like mice or birds. However, sometimes you might find your cat snacking on some leaves in your h…

Jordin Horn
By Jordin Horn