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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Cat Tips

The Fattening Feeding Mistake Many Cat Owners Make

The majority of cats in the US are now obese and many are also developing diabetes. Both conditions are related to this common feeding mistake that can lead to chronic inflammation and degenerative disease. Here’s the best way to help your kitty get back on the path to good health.
— 6 min read
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Cat Tips

Your Cat Might Love Walking, Though She'd Never Let On

It'll take her out from in front of that sunny window, but many cats derive great enjoyment, mental stimulation, and health benefits from it. So it's a myth to assume your kitty would never agree. Start it today for her health, mental stimulation, and a unique bonding experience.
— 5 min read
help your cat live longer
Cat Tips

Why Do Some Cats Live 20 Years and Beyond?

Today, many well cared-for cats live into their late teens and early 20s. What are their owners doing that other cat parents aren't? The answers may be found in this checklist of eight ways to help your cat live a healthy, happy and long life.
— 7 min read
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Cat Tips

Cool Cats: Chillin' With the Power of Music

If pleasant music can make plants grow taller, cows give more milk and even improve motor skills and cognitive function in humans recovering from a stroke, can music also calm cats in their most stressful moments, which arguably might be the tension-filled ride to visit the vet?
— 5 min read
reasons why cats scoot
Cat Tips

'Why Does My Cat Scoot?'

While it's much more common to see a dog drag his backside across the floor, kitties will occasionally scoot, too. With cats, however, it's not normal behavior. Know the four reasons why a cat may scoot - all of which indicate a necessary visit to the veterinarian.
— 5 min read
socializing shy cats
Cat Tips

10 Ways to Make Friends With Your Scared, Shy Cat

Does your cat spend most of her time hiding in closets or under beds? Do loud noises or meeting new people freak her out? If so, you may have a cat with fear issues. But don't worry, here are 10 great ways to draw her out of her shell.
— 5 min read
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