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9 Ways to Be an Even Better Pet Owner
By Vetstreet Staff, February 8, 2017February is known for Valentine's Day, but did you know it's also Responsible Pet Owner's Month? We think these celebrations go hand-in-hand because there's no better way to show your pet love than… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons an Abyssinian Might Be the Right Cat Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams, February 1, 2017The Abyssinian is thought to be one of the oldest cat breeds. Although he has the look of a wild cat, he is domestic through and through and tends to be happy and playful. Learn more about this… Full Article ›
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5 Spay and Neuter Myths You Shouldn't Believe
By Kim Campbell Thornton, October 26, 2016Determining if and when to spay or neuter your pet is a big decision. And with so much different information floating around, it can seem both overwhelming and confusing. To help you make a… Full Article ›
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5 Reasons a Tonkinese Might Be the Right Cat Breed for You
By Meredith Hooker Williams, October 21, 2016The Tonkinese, created by crossing Siamese and Burmese cats, tends to be outgoing, active and friendly. He's known for his striking aqua eyes, but they can also range in color from sky blue to violet… Full Article ›
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Do's and Don'ts for Picking a Pet Name
By Laura Cross, October 10, 2016With so many dog and cat names to pick from, how can you choose the perfect one for your new puppy, kitten or adult rescue cat or dog? After all, your animal will have to respond to this title for… Full Article ›
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We Asked, You Answered: What Advice Would You Offer Someone Adopting a Senior Cat?
By Kristen Seymour, September 30, 2016Making the decision to adopt a cat is a big deal in and of itself, and opting to bring home a cat who's well past her kitten years is something pretty much any cat lover would applaud. While rescuing… Full Article ›
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7 Tips to Make Vet Visits Less Stressful for Cats
By Laura Cross, August 22, 2016Cats are one the most popular pets, but they’re taken to the vet far less often than dogs. What gives? Well, if you’re a cat owner, you probably already know one of the top reasons: Many cats… Full Article ›
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We Asked, You Answered: What's Your Best Advice You'd Give First-Time Cat Owners?
By Kristen Seymour, July 26, 2016What would life be like without a cat weaving her way between your feet or curling up on your newspaper every time you sit down to do the Sunday crossword? It might be difficult for you to imagine,… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Cat... Follow Me Everywhere?
By Dr. Wailani Sung MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB, July 21, 2016Cats can be very loving and affectionate toward their owners. Some cats are physically affectionate: They like to rub on us or get on our laps when we are sitting, or lie on top of us while we are… Full Article ›
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Is a Ragamuffin the Right Cat Breed for You?
By Meredith Hooker Williams, July 1, 2016The Ragamuffin’s name may mean “vagabond” but he’s anything but — he tends to be a friendly cat who likes to stick to his people like glue. He’s usually active and playful and generally up for just… Full Article ›
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Cat Breeds Well-Suited to First-Time Owners
By Laura Cross, June 27, 2016There are more than 40 different cat breeds, so if you’ve never owned a feline friend before and you're interested in a pedigreed cat, how do you pick the right one for you? As a newbie cat owner,… Full Article ›
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Tips to Help Your Cat Love Being in His Crate
By Mikkel Becker , June 8, 2016Many of us take it for granted that cats don’t like crates. If you’ve ever tried to put a cat in a crate, you know what I mean. Your cat gets one look at the crate and heads in the opposite direction… Full Article ›