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How My Cat Helped Me Find Love: Dr. Karyn’s Valentine

Wedding day in 2018 with Clutch and a brand new Cyril

Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. Hopefully, you’ll be familiar with my handsome cat, Clutch. Well, before I met my husband, and our house filled up with a multitude of cats and dogs (five of each, to be exact), […]

10 Pet-Friendly Hotels in St. George, Utah (2026 Update)

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St. George, Utah, is an amazing destination with a long history and plenty to do, including hiking the RED Cliffs and checking out the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site. If you are thinking about visiting this area, it might be helpful to know where all the pet-friendly hotels are. Keep reading for a list of […]

Does Health Monitoring Cat Litter Work? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

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Approximately 46.5 million households in the United States own a cat, and if you’re part of this statistic, chances are you’ve stumbled across an advert for health-monitoring cat litter. The product changes color in response to the presence of specific markers in a cat’s urine that will help owners spot early signs of a health problem. […]

National Lost Pet Prevention Month 2026: 8 Ways to Protect Your Cat

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There are few experiences more tragic than losing a pet. No cat owner wants to endure the heartbreak that comes with losing their beloved pet, but sadly, many do. Whether you have experienced this grief or not, you can work to prevent such losses in the future by recognizing Lost Pet Prevention Month. Lost Pet […]

Veterinary Appreciation Day 2026: When & How to Celebrate

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Veterinarians do a lot for our pets. They make them feel better when they’re ill, keep them calm during appointments, and so much more, and as pet parents, we appreciate them greatly. But did you know there’s an actual day dedicated to appreciating your vet? Veterinary Appreciation Day is June 18th and is devoted to thanking […]

Why Is My Cat Licking the Carpet? 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

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If you have a cat, you’ll already know how quirky and unpredictable they can be. Unfortunately, when our cats have something going on, they can’t tell us. It’s up to us to work it out, and it can be challenging, which is where we come in! If you’re here today because you’re wondering why your […]

Cat Hotels: What to Expect When Leaving Your Pet

cat owner in hotel lobby

If you are traveling for work or pleasure and have a cat, you have a few options: traveling with your cat, putting them in a boarding facility, or hiring a cat sitter. There is another alternative, however, which gives your cat a luxury experience: a cat hotel. Cat hotels, or catteries, are similar to dog […]

Why Does My Cat Play With Poop? 6 Possible Vet-Reviewed Reasons for This Behavior

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Typically, cats are very clean animals. They groom themselves regularly and they have quite specific demands when it comes to litter trays. Despite this, cats can develop some odd habits that seem dirty to us humans. One such habit is playing with their poop. Although most common in kittens, some adult cats might also develop […]

14 Essential Cat Party Supplies for a Kitty-Themed Event

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Your kitty’s birthday is coming up, so what will you do to celebrate? Why not throw a party for your cat? Throwing a cat party is a fabulous way to celebrate your pet, and putting one together isn’t that complicated. You just need a few supplies and a bunch of your friends and their cats. […]

Do Cats Protect Their Owners? Vet-Verified Facts & Signs

Abyssinian cat on a man's shoulder

When we think of protective pets, we tend to think of dogs. However, cats may exhibit behaviors that appear protective when they perceive a threat to themselves or their family. While their small size typically means they rely more on warnings or deterrents than direct confrontation, some cats may display behaviors such as hissing, growling, […]

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