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Why Does Catnip Make Cats Go Crazy? What Science Tells Us

Why Does Catnip Make Cats Go Crazy? What Science Tells Us

The effects of catnip have provided content for an endless train of entertaining YouTube videos, and even the word itself grabs the attention of any cat owner…

How Can Cats Survive High Falls? Vet-Approved Science & Info

How Can Cats Survive High Falls? Vet-Approved Science & Info

Cats have been wowing humans with their ability to handle high falls with relative ease. Cats have survived falls from great heights, although they don’t alway…

How Often Do I Need to Bathe My Cat? Facts & 7 Vet-Approved Reasons Why

How Often Do I Need to Bathe My Cat? Facts & 7 Vet-Approved Reasons Why

Bathing your cat is not something most owners think about. Cats are notorious for being self-grooming animals. For the most part, they do a darn good job of ke…

Will My Cat Suffocate if They Sleep Under a Blanket? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Will My Cat Suffocate if They Sleep Under a Blanket? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Once you bring a cat home, it won’t take long for them to find a blanket, a comforter, a scarf, or another type of cover to burrow beneath. While it may look c…

How to Prevent Tick Bites on a Cat: 6 Vet-Approved Methods

How to Prevent Tick Bites on a Cat: 6 Vet-Approved Methods

The winter season will soon be winding down, and the warmer temperatures will descend. If you have a cat, you know that spring and summer are prime tick season…

How to Groom Long-Haired Cats: 10 Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

How to Groom Long-Haired Cats: 10 Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

When it comes to grooming, having a cat that enjoys it is a bit hit or miss. Some cats love being brushed and groomed. Others aren’t the biggest fans. Whether…

Do British Shorthair Cats Shed More Than Average? Vet-Reviewed Breed Comparison & Helpful Tips

Do British Shorthair Cats Shed More Than Average? Vet-Reviewed Breed Comparison & Helpful Tips

British Shorthair cats don’t shed more than average. Compared to other shorthair cats, their shedding is about even. Usually, they shed more during the spring…

How Do Cats Get Worms? Vet Reviewed Causes, Signs & Prevention

How Do Cats Get Worms? Vet Reviewed Causes, Signs & Prevention

Finding worms in your favorite feline’s poop or around their butt is never pleasant. But it is not uncommon for our pets to come down with parasites, such as w…