7 Best Calming Aids for Cats in 2026 – Reviews & Top Picks
Cats can benefit from calming aids for a variety of reasons. If you have a cat that is particularly nervous, overly energetic, stressed, or frightened from external factors such as thunderstorms, then using a calming aid for your cat can be helpful. Natural calming aids are particularly recommended, as they are safer for long-term use […]
National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day 2026: When It Is & How to Particiapte
National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day occurs on August 22nd. This national day advertises the importance of taking your cat to the vet. Sadly, many cat owners do not take their cats to annual vet visits and misinterpret the signs of their cats getting sick. In fact, only about 44% of cat owners […]
Can a Cat Predict the Weather? Facts & FAQ
Throughout history, there have been various strange beliefs about cats, including the idea that cats can predict the weather. Many ancient cultures had superstitions about cats and the weather, which is why this belief still lingers today. But is it true? Can cats predict the weather? It’s undeniable that felines are sensitive creatures and that […]
Cat Therapists & Boarding Bedtime Stories: Yelp’s Most Popular Extravagant Pet Services
Yelp has just released a roundup of the most extravagant pet services that are on the rise.1 The company compared pet-related searches from 2021-22 with searches from 2024-25, and the results were pretty staggering. The primary takeaway? There are a whole lot of ways to spoil your furry friends! From cat therapists to hotel-style boarding […]
Ask Dr. Paola – Moving, Pulling Fur Out & Scratching Couch (August 18, 2025)
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 […]
Catster Photo Contest: Cats of the Week Winners (August 14, 2025)
Every week our team gets the privilege of sorting through our readers photos to choose what cats will win this weeks contest! See all the winners here
Promising New Feline Kidney Disease Treatment Enters Trials in Japan
A new treatment for feline kidney disease has entered clinical trials, a crucial step toward becoming available to all cats suffering from this illness. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the most common diseases affecting cats, affecting 40% of cats over 10 and 80% of cats over 15,1 and it can lead to organ […]
Remembering The Oreo Cat – A Mother’s Tribute
Time goes too fast. If there was one thing in the world that I could change, it would be to make time move more slowly. Oreo’s gotcha day was August 25, 2013. He was found outdoors by my brother-in-law. My sister is highly allergic to cats, so I offered to take him in. It didn’t […]
Ask Dr. Paola – Fleas, Biting & FIV (August 11, 2025)
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 […]
Catster Photo Contest: Cats of the Week Winners (August 7, 2025)
Every week our team gets the privilege of sorting through our readers photos to choose what cats will win this weeks contest! See all the winners here
