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What Airlines Allow Cats on Them? 4 Pet-Friendly Options & Travel Tips

A Bengal cat lies on a yellow suitcase at the airport

Flying with your cat can be complicated. A few decades ago, many airlines allowed cats, but the regulations were much less strict. Today, more and more airlines are denying pets altogether or making travel much more complicated. There are two areas on a plane where cats may be allowed: the cabin and cargo area. Each airline […]

4 Amazing DIY Cat Fence Roller Plans You Can Create at Home (With Pictures)

cat walking on the fence

It can be a tough balance between letting your cats explore the outdoors and keeping them safe. A simple fence isn’t enough if you want to give your cat the freedom to explore your backyard without opening the door to the neighborhood. It might even become a roadway for a curious kitty to explore. However, […]

Why Do Cats Prefer a Routine? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Cat looking at owner in the kitchen busy in the refrigerator

Anyone who owns a cat or has previously owned one knows they are essentially creatures of habit. We may sit back and watch them, thinking their lives are a bit boring, but to them, things are exactly as they should be. The food bowl is filled at the perfect time. If it isn’t, we’re alerted […]

Do Cats Purr When They Are Stressed or Nervous? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

cat sleeping on owner's lap

Almost nothing is more relaxing than having a cat curled up on your lap, purring gently. But have you ever wondered why cats purr? It seems like they purr when they’re happy, but do cats purr when they aren’t so happy? While it isn’t as common as happy purring, cats do purr when they are […]

How to Care for an Abused Cat: 7 Ways to Help (Vet Answer)

Sick cat medicines

It can be difficult to know for sure if a cat was abused. Certain signs, such as fear of strangers (or of a certain gender), excessive hiding, or misdirected or extreme aggression, along with various other signs, may indicate that a cat has had a difficult background. While it is often tough to know for […]

Will a Cat Purr When They’re Dying? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Sick cat in animal hospital

Unfortunately, losing our pets is one of the many things in life that owners will have to face. Aside from saying goodbye to our feline companions, is it essential to know what their behaviors are like before they go? Maybe knowing and understanding the death process can help you cope and accept that this occurs […]

Are Elevated Cat Bowls a Good Idea? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

cat eating on elevated feeding

Reduced back pain, better digestion, healthier eating—when owners see these big benefits claimed, it’s no wonder they turn towards elevated food and water bowls for their cats. These bowls are usually raised so their bottoms are between 4 and 6 inches off the floor. But is the difference as big as the manufacturers say? The […]

How Many Nipples Do Cats Have? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

A pregnant mother cat while resting on a wooden chair showing its tummy and nipples

If you’ve ever seen a pregnant cat nursing, you know that there are plenty of feeding stations to go around. Both male and female cats have nipples on their belly, arranged in two parallel rows. But the number of nipples isn’t always the same between cats. So, how many nipples does a cat have? Most […]

Is It True That All Cats Get Hairballs? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

cat hairball

Have you ever been woken out of a deep sleep by the sound of your cat dry heaving on the bedroom floor? More importantly, have you ever fallen right back to sleep without dealing with the results and stepped out of bed directly onto the slimy hairball your cat threw up in the night? All […]

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