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Do Tortoiseshell Cats Meow a Lot? Vet-Verified Breed Facts & Main Causes

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If you have recently adopted a tortoiseshell cat, you might know the tortie is a color pattern, not a different breed. Tortoiseshell cats can fall into several breeds, including Domestic Shorthair, Domestic Longhair, Persian, Ragdoll, and many more. Torties have been said to meow a lot and quite aggressively at times. We will discuss the […]

Why Do Cats Get the Zoomies After They Poop? 4 Vet-Verified Possible Reasons

young tortoiseshell and white norwegian forest cat lying in bed

Has your cat been acting strange after they poop? Perhaps they meow loudly and run manically around the house for a few minutes, bouncing off walls, and skidding across the floor before calming down. You might be unsure what’s causing this behavior, and while it’s hilarious, it’s also worrying you. Could something be wrong with […]

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

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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 distinguish dangerous hot surfaces from safe ones, and you have a recipe for disaster in the form of a burned paw pad. While you can’t completely prevent […]

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

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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 they’ve been brushed with aluminum. It’s native to Vietnam and parts of China and first became popular in the United States in the 1970s. They’re most often kept as […]

Chimera Cat: Vet-Verified Facts, Info, Pictures & History

chimera cat sits on the pond

A chimera cat has two distinct coat colorings on their body. Many have a divide along their faces, where each half of the face sports a distinct color, appearing like two cats sharing the same face. A chimera cat results from two embryos merging in their mother’s womb in the early stages of development. This […]

Can Cats Get Lyme Disease? Vet Approved Facts, Treatment & Prevention Tips

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Owning a cat, especially one that enjoys roaming outdoors, comes with the concern of seasonal ticks. As a human, finding a tick firmly attached to your skin is concerning, and it evokes immediate worry about tick bite fever and Lyme disease. It is not much different for our cats, but you do not need to […]

Why Is My Cat So Staticky? 5 Common Reasons

combing fur of a maine coon cat

While you may not always be aware of it, your cat probably experiences static on a regular basis. Static electricity can be produced when any two surfaces rub together. Unfortunately, many things that cause static electricity are also things we love to do with our cats, like petting or brushing them. But don’t worry! This […]

Are Savannah Cats Legal in Ohio? Facts About Their Generations

Adult Savannah cat

As a potential pet owner, learning more about the animal you plan to buy is a good idea. That is especially true if you have your eye on an exotic pet, like the Savannah cat. Some states have regulations for the breed, requiring permits. Others don’t allow the buying and selling of the Savannah. So, just […]

Why Do Cats Like the Beach? 3 Fun Reasons & Things to Consider

Cat on the ocean beach during the day in Railay beach Thailand

Why do dogs get all the credit for being fun to take on vacation? Your cat is also ready for an adventure! Granted, it takes preparation and a few safety precautions, but there’s no reason that your feline friend can’t accompany you to the beach. Your kitty will absolutely adore spending time by the shore. […]

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

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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 question is yes; cats do have belly buttons. Like us, they have a belly button that connects to their placenta via the umbilical cord. Unlike […]

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