12 Wonky Cat Behaviors and the Curious Reasons Behind Them
Cats are in a league of their own when it comes to unpredictability. Some kitties love to snuggle while others you are sure will murder you in your sleep. They are nothing if not unique in their personalities. When it comes to behaviors, though, they do have, ahem, dare we say wonky habits that they tend to share in common. If you’ve got a cat, you’ll surely recognize some of these purrrrfectly normal idiosyncrasies. If you don’t have a cat, well, you could be in a for a wild ride.
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The Whole "Kitten Caboodle"! The Checklist You Need For Your New Furry Feline
So you’re bringing him a kitty boo! There is nothing that will infuse more energy into your household than a roly-poly, light-chasing, box-loving, ball-bopping itty bitty kitten. “This kitten is so boring,’ said no one ever. Of course, they are a handful by nature but, with the proper preparations, your tiny ball of fur will be a happy and healthy member of your family in no time. So what’s on the new kitten checklist as far as essentials and other items that will simply make your life easier?
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Fear-Free Veterinary Practices - Hype or Helpful?
If you have a pet, are thinking of getting a pet, or are simply "in the know" when it comes to pet care, you've probably heard the term "fear-free" in regards to veterinary services. Some might think it's a passing fad but, the truth is, more and more veterinarians are embracing this approach in order to make veterinary visits less stressful for all involved.
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9 Ways to Keep Your Cat From Gaining Quarantine Weight
We're all feeling it. While there have been some silver linings to these days of quarantine due to COVID-19, many of us are feeling a case of the BLAHS. And by "BLAHS", we mean that we're Binging Lots And Hoarding Snacks. It's completely understandable, and our pets might even become a bit of collateral damage.
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Ultrasound for Dogs and Cats: What Pet Owners Want to Know
When your pet has been scheduled for an ultrasound examination, we understand that it’s helpful if you know what to expect. Just like with people, the purpose of this procedure is to aid in making a proper diagnosis of a disease-causing illness or other condition.
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What is a Heart Murmur?
When your dog or cat visits the veterinarian, the doctor will use a stethoscope to listen to the heart.
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The Ecology of Litter Boxes
When many of us decide to get a cat, we’ll spend hours and hours online researching nutrition, choosing the perfect collar, and pleading for recommendations from family members and even strangers on social media groups about c
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Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) - What Is It?
FeLV is a retrovirus that infects cats and is responsible for more deaths than any other organism. It is, unfortunately, not uncommon. FeLV is highly contagious and is easily spread once a cat has been in close contact with another infected cat. Kittens and immune-compromised cats are more susceptible to the disease. Cats can contract the virus through saliva, urine, using the same litter box, nursing, and cat bites.
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