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Cat Pheromones for Aggression: Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

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If you have the time, space, and financial ability, there are many benefits to owning more than one cat. The kitties can keep each other company when you’re away, play together, and help each other exercise. However, not all adult cats get along right away, and aggression between housemates can quickly become stressful for you, […]

How to Prevent Diabetes in Cats: 7 Vet-Reviewed Tips

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Feline diabetes is a severe illness that can drastically decrease cats’ quality of life. Pets with this condition cannot properly use glucose because they don’t produce enough insulin or because their bodies have become resistant to the hormone. It’s a progressive condition that requires lifetime management. Thankfully, you can take a few steps to minimize […]

How to Destress Your Cat Over the Holidays: 9 Vet-Reviewed Ideas

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The holidays are notorious for bringing cheer, joy, and gratefulness, but they also cause a great deal of stress for many people. Even though we know that we are going to be putting things off until the last minute and preparing countless side dishes, we forget that we are not the only ones affected by […]

What Do Cats Need in Their Diet? 6 Vet Verified Essential Nutrients

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Cat owners want their beloved felines to live a long, happy life, and that long and happy life starts with nutrition. Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they require nutrients found in animal meat to thrive. A critical aspect of being a responsible cat owner is ensuring your cat receives all necessary nutrients through the cat […]

How to Care for a Cat With Diabetes: Our Vet Shares 7 Tips

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Diabetes in cats is fairly common. Many people become concerned when they receive the diagnosis, knowing that their cat now has this lifelong disease. However, caring for a cat with diabetes does not need to be difficult. We are here to discuss seven tips for diabetic cat care. What Is Diabetes in a Cat? Insulin […]

Cat Body Condition Score: What Is It & How To Work It Out

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The Body Condition Score (BCS) is a quantitative method for evaluating body fat. Think of it as the animal equivalent of the Body Mass Index (BMI) for humans. The BCS is used as a yardstick for measuring the ideal weight of our pets, and it’s an important tool as almost 60% of domestic cats are […]

Cancer in Cats: Signs, Types, Causes & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

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Cancer is a word used to describe diseases in which cells of the body become abnormal and multiply without control. It is a dreaded word—no owner wishes to hear it in reference to their cat, and no vet wishes to make the diagnosis. Unfortunately, cancer is relatively common in cats, particularly as they get older. […]

How Often to Clean a Litter Box: 3 Vet-Verified Signs to Watch For

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Owning a cat is more than having a pet to cuddle while you watch television in the evenings; they require work and constant care. Cleaning your cat’s litter box isn’t a fun task, but one that you’ll need to do at least once a day to prevent odors, maintain hygiene and reduce the risk of […]

5 Strange Cat Superstitions That Aren’t True: Myths Debunked

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Cats are interesting animals that have been living with humans for thousands of years, so while they shouldn’t be strange creatures to us, we don’t completely understand them, as is evident by the weird and spooky cat superstitions that have emerged over the years. Are you curious about the superstitions that people believed recently and […]

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