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Is Aluminum Plant Toxic to Cats? Vet Approved Safety Facts & FAQ

Is Aluminum Plant Toxic to Cats? Vet Approved Safety Facts & FAQ

Aluminum plants, known as Pilea cadieri, are hearty evergreen perennials in the same family as nettles. The plant features dark green leaves that look as if th…

How to Treat a Burned Cat Paw Pad: 6 Vet-Approved Tips

How to Treat a Burned Cat Paw Pad: 6 Vet-Approved Tips

Given how curious, fearless, and agile they are, cats have a way of getting into things that they shouldn't. Add the fact that cats love warmth but cannot dist…

Do Cats Have a Belly Button? Vet-Reviewed Anatomy Facts & FAQ

Do Cats Have a Belly Button? Vet-Reviewed Anatomy Facts & FAQ

When you’re petting your cat, and it rolls over so you can rub its stomach, you might find yourself wondering, do cats have a belly button? The answer to that…

How to Save a Cat From Choking: Can I Do the Heimlich Maneuver? Vet-Reviewed Guide

How to Save a Cat From Choking: Can I Do the Heimlich Maneuver? Vet-Reviewed Guide

True choking occurs when something is stuck at the very back of the throat, which leads to the windpipe being obstructed. This often occurs when the animal doe…

Can a Flea Collar Make a Cat Sick? Vet-Reviewed Risks & Considerations

Can a Flea Collar Make a Cat Sick? Vet-Reviewed Risks & Considerations

Flea collars can seem quite convenient, but many of them do not work well. For one thing, some do not have proven ingredients that will keep fleas away, so the…

Can You Put a Flea Collar on a Pregnant Cat? Vet-Reviewed Precautions & Risks

Can You Put a Flea Collar on a Pregnant Cat? Vet-Reviewed Precautions & Risks

Cat flea collars use a form of insecticide to repel, deter, or kill fleas. They can be used in conjunction with spot-on treatments or independently, though own…

When Can I Let My Kitten Roam the House? Vet-Approved Info & 4 Safety Tips

When Can I Let My Kitten Roam the House? Vet-Approved Info & 4 Safety Tips

Kittens are curious creatures that like to explore and get into mischief. Letting a kitten roam free in the house can be a dangerous proposition. They are tiny…

My Cat Ate Aluminum Foil, What to Do: Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

My Cat Ate Aluminum Foil, What to Do: Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

It’s a well-known fact that many cats are not fond of aluminum foil, and some hate it. The horrible noise, reflective surface, and odd texture make cats uncomf…