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"Eufloria": Catnip Isn’t the Only Plant Scent Cats May Love
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, April 28, 2017Cats seem to rely on their noses to understand the world more than we humans do. Cats detect smells and sense pheromones (chemicals produced and released by other cats) through their olfactory… Full Article ›
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Help! My Cat Won't Stop Drinking From the Sink
By Mikkel Becker, March 22, 2017Is it possible to train my cat to drink out of her water dish rather than the sink?A cat that drinks out of the faucet can be adorable — but she can also be a nuisance if she’s hopping into the sink… Full Article ›
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Can I Stop My Cat From Scratching My Sofa?
By Mikkel Becker, March 15, 2017My cat likes to hide under our couch and claw at the underside of it. It's driving me crazy. Can I get him to stop?You absolutely can teach your cat to not use your furniture as a scratching post —… Full Article ›
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Trouble with Food Puzzles? Here are Six Tips
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, March 8, 2017Some veterinarians recommend using puzzles to deliver a portion of a pet's daily food to confined cats and dogs. But what if you are not sure if food puzzles are such a good idea for your pet? Or… Full Article ›
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Tips to Help Keep Your Cat's Brain Sharp
By Vetstreet Staff, January 13, 2017Cats are living longer than ever nowadays, so it's important to incorporate mental health activities into their daily lives to help them make the most of their twilight years. It's never too early to… Full Article ›
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Stocking Stuffers Under $15 for Dogs and Cats
By Jenn Andrlik, November 30, 2016Stocking stuffers — no matter who they are for — can be some of the hardest presents to shop for, but also some of the most fun to receive. This year, we've taken the guesswork out of filling your… Full Article ›
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Cat Always Meow to Go Out? 6 Ways to Stop It
By Mikkel Becker, November 30, 2016I started taking my cat for walks on leash, and now he meows incessantly to go out. Is there a way to get him to tone down the meowing? Or am I stuck taking him for a walk every time he asks?First of… Full Article ›
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Your Essential Cat Training Tool Kit
By Mikkel Becker, October 27, 2016Training your cat can seem daunting, especially if you're not sure you have the right tools. But cat training doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive — and many of the tools you'll need are… Full Article ›
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Cat Behavior Myths: 5 More Decoded
By Mikkel Becker, October 17, 2016Unfortunately, there are far too many myths out there about why our cats do the things they do, and more than a few of these misconceptions cast our cats in a negative light. I recently wrote about… Full Article ›
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5 Common Cat Behavior Myths Debunked
By Mikkel Becker, September 13, 2016Did you know that there are more pet cats in the United States than there are pet dogs? Despite their popularity — and perhaps thanks to their mysteriousness — cats are commonly misunderstood in ways… Full Article ›
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Why Doesn’t My Cat… Like Catnip?
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, September 12, 2016I get this question more often than you might think. People invest beaucoup bucks in catnip toys, and their cats just sniff and walk away. It’s a disappointment for anyone who has seen a cat in… Full Article ›
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9 Secrets to Keeping Your Indoor Cat Happy
By Bethany Dean , September 1, 2016There is a long-held misconception that cats need to be able to roam outdoors to be happy, but we think most modern felines would disagree. All the kitty luxuries available today make the great… Full Article ›