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A tabby cat eating a catnip plant

Can Cats Eat Catnip?

Some cats go crazy for the smell of catnip, but is it okay for them…

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Orange and white cat eating an unpeeled banana

Can Cats Eat Bananas?

Discover whether cats can eat bananas and the potential risks, health benefits, and guidelines for…

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Giving a cat their anxiety medication

What Can I Give My Cat For Anxiety?

Discover what cat anxiety medications can calm your kitty. From prescription drugs to natural remedies,…

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Cat smelling with their mouth open

Why Do Cats Open Their Mouth To Smell & Communicate?

You've probably wondered why cats open their mouths when they smell. Here's our cat's unique…

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Cats jumping from high in the air

What Is Carpal Hyperextension In Cats?

Cats are known for taking literal leaps of faith. However, sometimes those jumps lead to…

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Orange cat chewing on a plastic toy

Why Do Cats Lick, Eat & Chew On Plastic?

Caught your cat chewing and eating plastic. Learn why cats chew and ingest plastic and…

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A cat sweating and basking in the sun

Do Cats Sweat? How to Cool Down Your Overheated Kitty

Curious if cats sweat? Learn how cats regulate their body temperature and stay cool when…

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A cat and a rabbit meeting

Can Cats and Rabbits Get Along?

Cats and rabbits are adorable. However, you might wonder if they can live together safely….

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A tabby cat biting and chewing their nails

The Nail File: Why Your Cat Bites Their Nails

If your cat bites and licks their nails, it might alarm pet parents. Here's why…

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Two cats exercising together

10 Ways To Mentally Stimulate and Exercise Your Cat

Help your cat live their best life with these expert-approved exercises and games for mental…

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Cat covered with blanket sitting by window

3 Reasons Why Cats Sleep More In Winter

Does it seem like your cat spends more time snoozing when the days get chilly?…

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Black cat with dandruff sitting on sidewalk

Cat Dandruff: How to Fight Flakes and Soothe Itchy Skin

If you notice dry white flakes in your cat's hair, they may have dandruff. Here's…

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