Cat Tips

Understand your cats more and read insightful tips on how to make the best food choices, solve problems like litterbox issues and health concerns, and more.

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Dog Tips

The New Generation of Pet Owners, How They're Strikingly Different

Surprisingly, the largest segment of pet parents has now changed hands, and the differences between the groups couldn't be more astounding. The five key ways these groups differ, and which pets are likely to get the best care.

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Cat Tips

The Silent Health Risk Many Cat Parents Miss

Your cat may look perfectly fine while a hidden health threat quietly strains their eyes, kidneys, brain, and heart. Here is what every cat parent should know.

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Dog Tips

The CDC Weighs in on Raw Food — Should You Believe Them?

A Centers for Disease Control (CDC) infographic on raw pet food dangers prompted a closer look at 65 to 70 recalled products, with findings similar to previous comparisons — here's what the research revealed.

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Dog Tips

Why Your Pet Is One of the Best Things for Your Health

May is National Pet Month — a good time to recognize how much your animal companion quietly improves your health every day, and how you can give back in ways that improve their daily life, too.

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Cat Tips

One of the Worst Pet Misreads That Robs You of Affection

If you're like many pet parents, you may be misinterpreting these common behaviors, thinking your pet wants food or treats. But if you make that mistake, you not only can end up overfeeding your pet, but you may also miss out on precious opportunities to deepen the bond you share.

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Cat Tips

These Common and Costly ER Visits Can Be Easily Avoided

These three emergency conditions can cost up to $4,500, even in pets that aren't injury-prone. The good news is that simple preventive steps can help pet parents avoid expensive emergencies.

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Cat Tips

This 'Normal' Cat Habit Is Not Always Harmless

Grooming is normal for cats, but nonstop licking is not. Excessive grooming can be an early sign something is off. Learn when it is time to pay attention.

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Cat Tips

The Secret Love Language of Cats — How to Know You're Adored

Kitties have at least 10 simple ways to show love when they feel close to you. Some signs are easy to miss, but noticing them helps you enjoy small, everyday moments with your cat.

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Cat Tips

Why Your Cat Thinks Gravity Is a Game

Behind your cat's deliberate paw nudge that sends your belongings off the counter is a mix of curiosity, hunting drive, and a surprising interest in how things fall. Here's what's going on (and what you can actually do about it).

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