Rachael Gerkensmeyer

There is something about how cats carry themselves that makes us think of royalty and regality. Maybe it is their independence, confidence, no-nonsense attitud…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Part of caring for a pet cat is ensuring their dental health is monitored and managed as time goes on. Your veterinarian likely checks your cat’s teeth every t…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

While cats can be finicky eaters, sometimes they surprise us and gobble up things that aren’t a typical part of their diet. For instance, they might snack on a…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Both male and female cats have nipples, but the female’s nipples will change during and after pregnancy to accommodate the nutritional needs of her little ones…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

The Rhaphidophora tetrasperma, also referred to as the mini monstera, is a beautifully lush plant with small, split leaves that can range in color from bright…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Cats are interesting creatures that tend to march to their own beat. It can be tough to get a cat to do something you want them to and to stop doing things tha…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Sometimes, cats display behaviors that our owners are not fond of. For example, we have all heard horror stories about cats ruining a couch or shredding up a n…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Cats are carnivores, and in the wild, they would not give plant-based foods a second thought. Instead, they would focus on hunting down small animals to get pr…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Cats are obligate carnivores, so they need little more than animal protein to stay happy and healthy throughout their lives. However, this is not to say that e…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Sometimes, cats show signs of an illness or disease, but a confirmed diagnosis isn’t possible without blood tests. Blood tests have a wide range of uses in vet…

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer