Vet Nurse Day 2026: Everything You Need to Know
If your pet has ever been sick or injured and you were able to get them to a veterinarian’s office, then you likely already know the importance of veterinary nurses. Like humans, veterinary nurses are specially trained individuals who have the knowledge and skills to perform a wide variety of tasks that allow them to […]
Why Do Cats Bite Each Other’s Necks? The Interesting Reasons
If you have more than one cat, you may have noticed that cats have a tendency to bite each other on the neck. Sometimes these bites are on the scruff of the neck, while other times they happen in the throat area. There are actually a few reasons that your cats might be biting each […]
Are Cats Cleaner Than Dogs? The Surprising Details
Cats are constantly grooming themselves; it’s as if it’s a favorite pastime for felines. Also, cats do not need bathing as often as dogs because house cats tend to stay indoors. In contrast, dogs constantly get into mischief when they go outside, such as rolling in something stinky or playing in a mud puddle (playing […]
Do Neutered Cats Still Mate? Vet-Approved Facts
Neutering a cat involves surgically removing a cat’s reproductive organs to prevent them from reproducing. It is done by a veterinarian by the time most cats are around 4 months of age or sexually mature. Owners may choose to get their cats neutered for various reasons, but usually to avoid unwanted pregnancies, decrease the risk […]
KatKin Fresh Cat Food Review 2026: Our Vet’s Opinion
Gone are the days of cracking open a tin of budget-brand cat food and hoping for the best. In these modern times where we can be overwhelmed with choices, it gets harder and harder to make the best choices when it comes to feeding our families, let alone our beloved pets. Over the past few […]
Cats and Snow: A Study in Feline Enrichment
Hi, I’m Dr. Lauren! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my two adventurous cats, Pancake and Tiller. One of my favorite cat memes of all time is this zinger—a simple commentary on such a complicated creature: the cat. Snow is cold, unpredictable, and wet—all conditions that cats are categorically known to detest. We’re treated […]
National Kids and Pets Day 2026: When & What Is It?
There are dozens of interesting holidays throughout the year that are dedicated to bringing attention to animals in one way or the other. One such holiday is called National Kids and Pets Day, which is observed every year on April 26. The name of the holiday gives an idea of what the day is all […]
The 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons Why Your Cat Guards Your Door
Cats come with all kinds of cute quirks, including their guarding behaviors. As aloof or indifferent as our cats can often appear, it’s always amusing to find them standing sentry at our bathroom or bedroom door. But why do cats guard our doors? Are they protective, possessive, or uncertain of what’s on the other side? […]
World Stray Animals Day 2026: When It Is & How to Participate
April 4th, 2024 is World Stray Animals Day, a day dedicated to increased awareness of stray animals the world over and the problems they face. World Stray Animals Day was inaugurated in 2010 by over 100 Dutch organizations convened at the Dutch National Stray Animals Conference. April 4 was selected due to it being exactly […]
Asian Cat: Info, Pictures, Temperament & Care Guide
Asian cats are a small group of breeds that are a lot like the Burmese cat, except they come in a wide range of coat patterns and colors. Interestingly, these cats were accidentally created in the United Kingdom in the early 1980s. Cats in the Asian breed group look almost identical regarding physical characteristics. It’s […]
