Author: Dusty Rainbolt
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A Prayer to St. Gertrude, the Patron Saint of Cats
Today is St. Patrick's Day, but it's also the feast day of this original cat lady — here is the history of St. Gertrude and a prayer to her that I wrote.
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Be Prepared for a Disaster: How to Evacuate with Cats
From how to prepare as best as you can ahead of time to what to always have at the ready, here's how to evacuate with cats.
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New Kidney Test Can Alert Cat Owners to Other Disease
The SDMA screening lets cat owners take early action rather than reacting to a full-blown crisis.
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We Chat With the Man Who Rescued an Injured Cat on an Arizona Freeway
Richard Christianson didn't wait for authorities to help before taking on the rescue himself.
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Ask Einstein: Is It Okay to Feed Dog Food to a Cat?
Short answer, no; we kitties are like performance cars, while dogs are like Dodge pickups.
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How to Help Pet Parents on National Shut-in Visitation Day
Today (Feb. 11) is National Shut-in Visitation Day, established to encourage friends, relatives, and church family to visit people who are unable to leave their homes. Many elderly and disabled people depend on their pets for companionship and comfort. But engaging in pet-related necessities such as lifting and bending, and even opening food cans, may …
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What Random Acts of Kindness Does Your Cat Do for You?
Feb. 9-15 is Random Acts of Kindness Week; if you look closely, you'll see your cat contributing.
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My Parents Want a Lap Cat, But I Don’t Feel Very Friendly
Hey, Einstein, My new family is really nice to me; there’s always food in my bowl and they keep my box clean and scooped. But they complain that they want me to be friendly — sit on their laps and hang out with them. Why should I, when I have everything I need? Any suggestions? …
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Ask Einstein: How Do I Stop Being Scared of Going to the Vet?
The vet doesn't have to be a scary place. Here's some advice on carriers and tips for the big day.
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Ask Einstein: ‘Tis the Season for Holiday Hazards for Cats
Poisonous plants and food as well as hazardous decor and trees are among holiday safety concerns.
