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Why Is My Cat So Jumpy All of a Sudden? 8 Vet Reviewed Reasons 

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It can be alarming to see your cat act jumpy all of a sudden, especially out of nowhere. Cats cannot tell us exactly how they feel, which is why cat owners should pay close attention to their cat’s body language. We can get an idea of how our cat is feeling by observing their behavior, […]

Can Cats Eat Worms (Earthworms)? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Tips

Can Cats Eat Worms (Earthworms)

Cats are carnivores by nature, and they’ll chase after and hunt any animal they can when they’re outside. This includes even the smallest, most unlikely of prey, such as earthworms! Cats are opportunistic hunters who’ll eat any small creature if it’s a viable source of nutrition, and if your cat comes across an earthworm, they […]

Why Are Tabby Cats So Vocal? 10 Vet Reviewed Reasons

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Figuring out why your cat is meowing is a process of elimination. They meow to communicate with you, and your job is to figure out what they’re trying to tell you by seeing to all their needs and making sure they have everything they need, such as food and a full bowl of clean water. […]

Why Does My Cat Fart on Me? 7 Vet Reviewed Reasons

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Everyone’s tried the old blaming-the-dog-for-a-fart trick, but can we pass the blame onto our cats if we have a feline household? Absolutely! Cats do pass gas. But if your kitty decides to do so while she is on top of you, you’ll probably feel less than thrilled. Why does your cat fart when she’s on […]

Can You Compost Cat Litter? Vet Approved Facts & Tips

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Americans recycle or compost nearly one-third of the 292.4 million tons of municipal solid waste (MSW) they generate annually.  It takes effort, but it’s worth it in the long run, especially if you want to lower your environmental impact and carbon footprint.  Reducing the amount of waste you add to the landfills is an excellent […]

Can You Put Baking Soda in Cat Litter? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Advice

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Cat ownership changed forever when kitty litter was invented in 1947.  You didn’t have to let the family pet outside to do their business anymore which was a relief for many pet owners.  Absorbent clay did the job, but it raised other issues, namely, odors coming from the box. Nevertheless, the industry continues to thrive, […]

Can Cat Pee Make You Sick? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Tips

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We all know that cat pee smells awful, but did you know that cat pee can be harmful to you and can cause allergic reactions in people who are allergic to cats? But just how dangerous is cat pee, can cat pee make you sick, and how do you get your cat to use the […]

How Big Does a Cornish Rex Get? Vet Reviewed Weight & Growth Chart

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The Cornish Rex is a cat breed that is extremely distinct. Like other animals with the rex gene, they are covered in a layer of downy, soft, curly, or wavy fur. They have long, slender bodies and narrow faces. If you were interested in the Cornish Rex, you might wonder exactly how large these cats […]

10 Pet-Friendly Hotels in Knoxville, TN (2026 Update)

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Knoxville, TN is full of pet-friendly hotels. If you have a dog or a cat you’re traveling with, you have plenty of places to stay in Knoxville. There are even plenty of cat-friendly hotels, which are challenging to find in many other cities. Below, we’ll take a look at some of the top pet-friendly hotels […]

Is Silica Cat Litter Safe for Cats? Vet-Approved Pros, Cons & FAQ

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There are various types of cat litter out there, and while we’d like to think that everything for sale is perfectly safe for your cat, that simply isn’t the case. Typically, silica cat litter is safe for cats, but it really depends on the type of silica in the litter, and even then there are […]

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