Welcome to the future! We have palm-sized computers, vacuums that run themselves, a robot on Mars, and tiny chips we can put under our pet’s skin so they don’t get lost and stay lost. We’re talking about microchips, y’all, and giving you the 411 on microchipping your feline friends. What is microchipping? Microchipping is magic. […]
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It’s 2017: Why Won’t US States Ban The Brutal Practice Of Declawing Cats?
For opponents of declawing cats, 2017 looked like a good year — with the backing of animal rights groups and veterinarians, lawmakers introduced a bill that would make New York the first state to ban the controversial procedure, and the effort had received widespread positive press coverage. Then, as happens every year, the bill died […]
Cat Anxiety: How to Recognize & Treat It
Did you know that cats can experience anxiety? It’s true! Just like us, a traumatic experience or genetics or kittenhood experiences can shape the way an adult cat feels about the world. Isolate a kitten and you’ll have a feral cat. If a cat is abused with a cat carrier, they may have panic attacks […]
Why You Should Brush Your Cat’s Teeth
Humans have 32 teeth and cats have 30. Every one of them should be brushed regularly – just like ours. Uh, I hear you thinking. Easier said than done! Right? I’ll admit it sounds tricky. However, learning to brush your cat’s teeth at home is necessary to keep your furry friends healthy. Sound ridiculous? It’s […]
Sneezing In Cats: When Is It Time To See A Vet?
Winter cold season is upon us, and for humans that means more than our fair share of sneezes. But what does it mean when your cat sneezes? And can it be a sign of a more serious underlying health problem? Here we’ll take a look at what makes cats sneeze and when it’s cause for […]
Are E-Cigarettes Dangerous for Your Pets?
In the last year or two I’ve noticed more and more people using e-cigarettes to help them quit smoking. My boyfriend, who was a smoker for years, recently starting using the a e-cigarette to help him quit and now instead of accidentally sending entire packs of Marlboro’s through the wash, I’m pulling e-cigarette “e-juice” bottles […]

