Could This 19th-Century Technology Save Raw Pet Food? How E-Beams Are Changing the Industry
One of the most important developments in the pet food industry over the last century was the ability to create meals that were nutritionally balanced, shelf stable, convenient—and most importantly—safe. Dry kibble revolutionized pet ownership and took the guesswork out of feeding cats. But in recent years, many pet parents have started moving away from […]
Catster’s Weekly Photo Contest Winners: Window Watchers (May 25, 2026)
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
Why 2026 Is Being Called the “Year of the Cat”
Cats Are Finally Getting the Attention They Deserve Cats are having a major cultural moment, and the numbers help explain why. According to the American Pet Products Association, 49 million U.S. households now live with at least one cat, representing a 23% increase since 2023.1, That remarkable growth is reshaping the pet industry and fueling […]
A Century of Helping Cats: Inside the Work of Cats Protection
For nearly a century, Cats Protection has worked toward one simple but powerful goal: creating a world where every cat is protected, cared for, and understood. Today, the UK charity helps thousands of cats and kittens every year through rescue, rehoming, neutering programmes, education, advocacy, and owner support. But the scale of the organization today […]
The 5 Things Cats Are Communicating With a Paw to the Face
Cats have a reputation for being aloof, which makes it all the more puzzling when they reach out and deliberately place a paw on your face. It’s oddly intimate for an animal that supposedly doesn’t care about you. So what’s actually going on? The honest answer is that it depends entirely on the context. The […]
The Refuresh Deshedding Tool – It’s No Ordinary Brush
Love Cats, Hate Cat Hair Certain things seem to go hand-in-hand with sharing your life with a cat, with hairballs, vomiting, and hair on EVERYTHING often seen as unavoidable side effects of a life spent in feline company. In theory, we know that regular brushing is an important part of caring for our pets; it […]
Ask Dr. Paola – Help! My Momma Cat Is Very Thin! (May 18, 2026)
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 […]
The Rescue Cat Who Cycled Around the World: Dean & Nala’s Story
What began as a solo cycling trip around the world turned into something completely unexpected after one tiny kitten changed the course of the journey forever. Since then, Dean and Nala have traveled across countries together, building a global community through their honest, heartwarming look at life on the road. Below, Dean shares more about […]
The Cat Biting Mistakes Most Owners Make (And What Works Instead)
Cat bites sent more than 400,000 people to emergency rooms in the US each year.1 Not scratches. Bites. And the reason they’re so medically serious has nothing to do with how hard the cat bites. It’s about what’s in a cat’s mouth and what happens once those small, deep punctures seal shut. Most cat owners […]
Do Cats Cause Schizophrenia? Scientists Find a Link – Here’s What It Means
Being a fierce advocate (and occasional recipient of) mental health support and awareness, the term ‘crazy’ is not one I like to fling about. However, as someone who has been labeled—both by myself and others—as a ‘crazy cat lady’ more than just a few times, it’s not a phrase I take too seriously. But what […]
