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Putting the Kibosh on Kitten Season in Ohio

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On the surface, the term ‘Kitten Season’ might sound like a cause for celebration, but the sad reality is that it is a phrase that sends shivers down the spines of anyone working in the field of cat rescue and rehoming. With animal shelters becoming more and more overcrowded each year, the annual peak in […]

Ask Dr. Paola – Hunting, Over-Grooming & Third Eyelids (January 19, 2026)

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Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their cat’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned cat lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From […]

The Kitten Clues That Tell You Exactly How Old They Are

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If you ever find a tiny kitten, or maybe you just brought home a “two-month-old” from a shelter, but something feels off about that estimate because the kitten seems too small, too unsteady, too… young, we’re here to help. Knowing a kitten’s real age isn’t just trivia for curious cat parents. It’s critical information that […]

Mange Spreads Fast in Feral Colonies – Here’s How to Stop It

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If you care for feral cats, or if you interact with them every so often, you likely already know how tough it can be to keep them healthy. When intense itching, hair loss, and scabby skin enter the picture, things get even more stressful. Mange spreads quickly, makes cats miserable, and is especially common in […]

The Netherlands Bans the Sphynx and Scottish Fold

Netherlands Bans the Sphynx and Scottish Fold

Following their controversial introduction of laws restricting the breeding of brachycephalic dogs such as the Pug and French Bulldog in 2023, 1 the Netherlands is continuing to lead the charge on prohibiting breeds based on harmful external characteristics. Although the move has been talked about for months, as of January 1, 2026, it is no […]

Ask Dr. Paola – Bee Stings, Dry Heaving & Feline Acne (January 12, 2026)

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Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their cat’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned cat lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From […]

Cat Fur Everywhere? Fabrics That Help – and Ones That Make It Worse

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You’re getting dressed for work. You pull on a clean sweater, glance in the mirror, and somehow it’s already covered in cat hair. Your cat hasn’t even been in the room. You don’t know how this keeps happening, but you’re starting to suspect your clothes are cursed. They’re not cursed. They’re just made of the […]

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