How to Help a Child Grieve the Loss of a Pet: 10 Tips to Overcome Sadness
If you grew up in a household with pets, you’ve likely experienced the heartbreaking loss of your cherished companion. And with a child of your own, helping them cope with the recent loss of your cat is an essential part of parenthood. Because this is probably your child’s first exposure to death, finding the right […]
Do Cats Eat Less in Summer? Vet-Approved Seasonal Feeding Guide
Have you ever noticed that when winter comes, you start to eat more and crave heartier foods, while when summer rolls around, you move more and eat less? Believe it or not, cats may also eat less food in the summer. Although eating less is more prominent in outdoor cats, the decrease in food intake […]
Why Do Cats Like Laundry Baskets So Much? Vet-Verified Reasons & Safety Tips
Finding your cat in a laundry basket isn’t an uncommon experience for cat owners. But why do cats like laundry baskets so much? There are several reasons that your cat may love laundry baskets, and they’re often related to the same instincts that cause them to love boxes. At the same time, some cats find […]
Cat Stereotypes: Vet-Reviewed Myths & Facts on Color-Based Personalities
As cat owners, we’ve all heard theories about “tortitude”, friendly tabbies, and mischievous tuxedo cats, but just how true are these cat coat color stereotypes? Today, we’re taking a deep dive into the myths and facts about whether a cat’s fur color affects their personality. Read on to find out if your independent and sassy […]
Cat Dingleberries: Vet Reviewed Causes & Prevention Tips
Dingleberries (singular dingleberry) is a slang term for dried feces stuck onto a cat’s fur around the anal area and back end. While it’s not a pleasant topic, and many cat parents may wish to leave that area alone, it’s important to address this issue for the well-being and health of your cat. Likewise, even […]
How Much Is Too Much To Spend On A Sick Pet? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ
Taking your pet to the vet for even routine care, such as vaccinations, can be pricey. But what about when your pet is ill and needs long-term or emergency care? Those costs could become astronomical, which begs the question of how much is too much to spend on a sick pet. Unfortunately, there’s no clear-cut […]
A Day In The Life Of A Veterinarian: What Goes On Behind The Scenes
For most people, their knowledge of what happens at the vet’s office starts and ends in the consulting room. Sometimes the vet needs to take your pet in the back to draw blood or run tests, and I bet most of you would like to know what it is that goes on “back there” and […]
Cats and Taxidermy: We Interview a Taxidermist About Pet Preservation
My dearly departed feline friends Ichiban and Cyclops live on – in the form of photos, a lock of fur apiece, and a footprint alongside a sappy death poem I didn’t write. Their ashes are at my mom’s house, waiting for me to come home and scatter them in a suitably cat-friendly outdoor place. Others […]
8 Common Household Items That Scare Cats
It can take some time for cats to adjust to living in a new home. Along with getting used to a new environment, cats have to ensure that their living spaces are clear of any potential threats. In general, cats don’t like particularly large things or items that create loud noises. Therefore, they can get […]
Chronic Diarrhea in Cats: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatment
Nobody likes it when their cat has diarrhea, the kitty included. Not only is it potentially messy, but it can also be frustrating if it’s been going on seemingly without end or if it keeps popping back up when you least expect it. Chronic diarrhea in cats is often equally frustrating for a veterinarian, as […]
