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Janelle Leeson

Janelle Leeson

Janelle is a Rover sitter and a cat mum to two resident adventure kitties, Lyra and Atlas, and numerous cat and kitten fosters. Janelle and her furry family enjoy filling their days with hiking, kayaking, and seeking out the best cat-friendly destinations. You can follow Janelle, her adventure kitties, and adoptable fosters at @paws_pdx.

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Discover why your cat is always hungry, from health issues to behavioral factors, and learn…

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