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Do Cats Like the Sound of Piano Music? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Orange Cat in Piano

With a sense of hearing that is at least three times more sensitive than humans, cats pick up on many sounds that we don’t. They may be intrigued by the sound of a mouse squeaking inside your walls, but have you ever wondered how your cat feels about distinctly human noises, such as piano music? […]

Is It Cruel to Use a Cat Backpack? Vet Reviewed Safety Tips & Risks

A Siberian cat peeking out of a cat backpack

Most cats like to stay at home, where they can claim and protect their territory. When they have to travel for a veterinary visit or move to a new house, they tend to get cranky and feel insecure. However, some cats actually like to travel and love being out and about, exploring new locations with […]

Why Does My Cat Only Eat Wet Food? Vet Reviewed Facts & Suggestions

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You know you’re a good cat parent when your low-budget can of soup costs less than your cat’s can of wet food, which is $3 a tin. Once you introduce wet food to a cat, some felines refuse to return to the dry stuff. Our response is, well, they usually know what’s good for them. […]

Can Cats Have Brown Eyes? What Science Tells Us

Dilute Tortoiseshell cat

If you’ve spent time with cats or have cats of your own, you’ve likely noticed that there are a handful of prevalent eye colors in cats. Amber, hazel, and blue are some of the most common eye colors in cats, but most cats don’t have brown eyes. Some people mistakenly believe that no cats have […]

Do Pets Affect Intimacy Between Pet Parents? 2026 Survey Results

Do Pets Affect Intimacy Between Pet Parents Statistics

Thanks to several factors, including the recent Covid-19 pandemic, pet ownership worldwide has increased significantly.1 The millennial generation, in particular, leads the charge, with many of these young people initially choosing pet parenthood over human children. Pet owners know there’s no replacing the bond with our animals, but what happens when it’s time to look […]

Will My Foster Cat Think I Abandoned Them? Vet-Verified Facts & Considerations

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When you foster felines waiting to find their forever home, you’re opening not only your home but also your heart to them. Fostering animals can result in a true bonding experience between you and the foster. However, fostering is temporary, and many people have questions about the process of fostering a cat. One of the […]

Do Cats Scratch Velvet? Vet-Verified Facts & Scratching Advice

Scottish Shorthair cat lying on a velvet couch

We’ve all been sitting on the couch while watching TV, only to hear the sound of fabric ripping. You’ve probably done everything in your power to stop your cat from clawing your furniture to no avail. However, some pet owners say that cats won’t claw up velvet. So how true is this? Do cats scratch […]

Will Cats Protect Chickens? Our Vet Answers

Seal Point Siamese Domestic Cat, Adult standing on Grass

Cats are natural predators, and the impact they have on the environment is well investigated. Cats kill billions of birds each year in geographical locations they aren’t native to, which definitely introduces an element of controversy when it comes to allowing pet cats to roam unsupervised 1. Yet, many folks who keep chickens as pets […]

Will Cat Poop Kill My Plants? Vet-Verified Risks, Prevention & FAQ

himalayan cat in the garden

A common challenge that many cat owners will inevitably deal with is the smell of kitty droppings. Cat feces have a foul smell, which can easily disrupt the air quality in your home. So, having your cat do their business outside can save you the trouble of cleaning and dealing with the not-so-aromatic fragrance of […]

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