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Trazadone for Cats (Vet Answer): Uses, Side Effects & FAQ

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Trazadone is a human antidepressant that is used off-label in cats to manage short-term events of high anxiety. In cats, Trazadone can help them be less stressed out by events that might be scary or disturbing.  Times when Trazadone might be helpful include a veterinary visit, when traveling or moving, during thunderstorms, during construction or […]

How Does Dust-Free Cat Litter Work? Types, Pros, Cons & FAQ (Vet-Reviewed)

orange cat beside litter box

As a cat parent, you know the importance of finding high-quality, absorbent cat litter. However, not only do you have to be happy with the cat litter that you choose, but your feline pal also has to be happy with it. When you want to avoid dealing with spills, dust clouds, and the sticky residue […]

How Is My Cat Sleeping with Their Head Up? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

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As cat parents, we already know that cats are strange creatures. They run through the house in the wee hours of the night, expect their food bowls to be refilled at certain times of the day, and they sometimes even play with their food and treats. Our cats also sleep in the oddest of positions […]

3 Food Sources of Thiamine for Cats (Vitamin B1): Vet Reviewed Options

Munchkin cat eating

We all want our cats to be healthy, happy, and with us for as long as possible. That’s why we take them to the vet for checkups, feed them high-quality, protein-filled food, and keep them indoors most of the time. However, when cats are not fed enough vitamin B1, they can suffer from a thiamine […]

Feline Distemper: Signs, Causes, and Care (Vet Answer)

sad, bored or sick cat

Distemper in cats is also called feline panleukopenia, so we will use the terms interchangeably in this article. It is a viral disease that can be deadly, especially in kittens. Vaccines help control it in many countries, but there have been large outbreaks even in vaccinated countries. The vaccine is considered one of the core […]

Why Do Cats Like to Sit on Keyboards? 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

man-with-cat-using-laptop

We’ve all walked into our office or been working there, only to have our feline pal leap up onto our desk and make themselves at home on the keyboard. Despite your best efforts, they will fight you to stay in their chosen sleeping spot. While this behavior is adorable and endearing, it can become frustrating […]

Why Do Cats Like Straws? 6 Likely Reasons

cat playing with straws in glass

Most cat owners can attest that cats do strange things. Whether your cat sleeps in the sink or finds a way to get stuck in the window blinds, there’s rarely a dull moment with them around. Another common cat quirk is the ability to become obsessed with particular objects. Many cat owners have noticed that their […]

10 Sounds Cats Love the Most & Why They Like Them (Vet-Verified)

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Cats are able to hear frequencies up to 85,000 Hertz (Hz), while humans can only hear frequencies between about 20 and 20,000 Hz1. No wonder there are certain noises that can send cats racing! So then, what is music to a cat’s ear? Here are 10 sounds that cats love and why! The 10 Sounds […]

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