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Get to Know a Cat Guy: Eliot Even Writes Songs About His Cats!

In this great big world of ours, there are two categories of people: Those who like cats and those who don’t. Actually, maybe there’s a third category… those who LOVE cats. Eliot Weisberg is definitely in that third category, which makes him a very special kind of person — he’s a cat guy! And we love […]

Why Is My Cat Over-Grooming? 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

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It’s completely natural and healthy for cats to groom themselves and each other, but if your cat starts overgrooming, there may be a medical issue that needs addressing or environmental changes to consider. Signs of overgrooming include excessively licking the fur, hair loss, and sometimes rashes and sores. If you’ve spotted any of these signs, […]

Feline Cancer Survivor Chuck Inspires at Relay for Life

Three close friends. My favorite college professor. A college dorm-mate. The mother of a junior high-school friend I recently found on Facebook. And even one of my first and most beloved cats. All these fantastic individuals died of cancer. I don’t think there’s a single person in the western world whose life hasn’t been touched […]

Why You Should Have A Cat: 10 Vet-Approved Reasons

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Owning a pet is a great deal of responsibility, which can deter some people from bringing one home. There are many reasons to own a pet, though! If you’ve been considering bringing home a cat but haven’t quite convinced yourself or your family members, it’s important to weigh the reasons that you could or should […]

What Causes Lumps on Cats? 6 Possible Causes & What to Do

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Imagine petting your cat and feeling something that doesn’t feel quite right. Is that a lump? Immediate concern and panic set in. As you pick up the phone to call your veterinarian, your mind is likely racing as to what this lump could possibly be. Continue reading below to learn more about six of the […]

Can My Cat Take My Dog’s Flea or Worm Medicine? (Vet Answer)

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Dogs and cats are plagued with similar parasites, including fleas, ticks, and certain worms. So, is it safe to assume that preventative options that work in a dog can also be administered to a cat? The answer is no. It is not safe to treat your cat with your dog’s worm or flea/tick prevention. Although […]

How to Calm a Stressed Cat After Moving: 17 Vet-Verified Tips

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Did you know that moving is considered one of the most stressful life events humans can go through? It’s true, but it’s not just us that moving impacts. Our pets can be extremely stressed out by the entire process, and because they don’t understand what’s happened, it’s even borderline scary for them. Whether you’ve recently […]

Male Tortoiseshell Cats: Do They Exist & How Rare Are They? Vet-Approved Facts

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Cats differ from dogs in many ways, but one particularly unique way is that people often associate a particular color with the sex of the feline. Think male orange tabbies and female calicos. Another coat color surfaces in these discussions, though. So, can tortoiseshell cats be male? Observations and anecdotal evidence suggest it isn’t likely. […]

How to Introduce Your Cat to a New Cat: 8 Vet-Verified Tips & Advice

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Bringing a new cat into your home can be challenging because cats tend to be more solitary than dogs and frequently aren’t too happy meeting new housemates that will disrupt their routine. If you need help introducing a new cat to your first cat, keep reading for a step-by-step guide and plenty of tips and […]

How to Switch to Eco-friendly Cat Litter: 6 Steps to Make the Change

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Let’s face it: As much as we adore our cats, dealing with cat litter is not anyone’s idea of a good time! Not only do we need our cats to be happy with the litter, but it also needs to be relatively hassle free for us to clean. If you’ve decided that you want to […]

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