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As I’ve been re-emerging into post-pandemic live, I’ve been thinking a lot about priorities. Rather than just returning to normal, I am determined to make conscious choices about how I spend my time and who I spend it with. If nothing else, this past year has been a glaring reminder of just how short life

Here’s another of the million-and-one reasons cats are great…they get you out of school! Need proof? How about the smart cat who figured out how to give a whole Pennsylvania high school an extra day at home? The Tuesday after a long weekend started like any other school day at West Scranton High School, but

Cat adoption is associated with greater empathy and less separation anxiety for autistic children, according to a study published online in December in the Journal of Pediatric Nursing. The study, which was the first randomized controlled trial of cat adoption in families of children with autism spectrum disorders, was funded by the Human Animal Bond

Co-dependent and clingy or casual and aloof – a new study has examined the behaviour of pet cats to understand what it means about their relationship with their owner, and the research suggests it’s a two-way street! The research My Cat and Me – a Study of Cat Owner Perceptions of Their Bond and Relationship by academics

This post contains affiliate links* Summer seems to have arrived early this year, so this is a good time to review PetFusion’s new cooling blanket. This innovative blanket absorbs and releases your cat’s body heat, keeping her cool and comfortable. Cooling blanket features Made of 80% nylon and 20% cool technology polyethylene fabric. Lightweight &

Your cat pees on your bed. She leaves tootsie rolls just outside the litter box. Or, you see the urine on your pile of fresh, clean clothes. What’s happening? Is kitty mad at you? The answer is no. Might be a medical issue According to Dr. Carlo Siracusa, director of Ryan Hospital’s Companion Behavior Medicine

With summer on the horizon, many of us are looking forward to spending more sunny days in our gardens. We might like to think of our gardens as our own little haven – and the same should apply for our pets. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing, said: “There are unfortunately many hidden hazards in our

This post contains affiliate links* We previously featured high-sided litter boxes to help you contain the mess inside the box rather than all around the box. Even though all of these boxes have lower entrance areas, they may still be too high for senior cats, especially cats with arthritis. Arthritis is a common condition that

During a winter cold snap in Canada, the animal lovers of Saving Grace Animal Society in Alix, Alberta, were out delivering supplies to families needing assistance when a homeowner decided to surrender their blind dog and his bonded cat friend to the rescue. The family knew the pair needed care beyond their ability, and as Saving

Common Causes of Tearing The medical term epiphora means excessive tearing. In general, when we investigate the reasons for epiphora, we can narrow it down to two broad categories: excessive tear production or inadequate tear drainage. Tearing is the proper response by the eyes when something is irritating them. Dust, chemicals, smog and smoke can

As a renowned animal rescue charity, Battersea has always believed that every animal is wonderfully unique. However sometimes a dog or cat comes along that is more unusual than most. Meet Chickadee, the blind rescue cat with only one eye and a huge zest for life. Three-year-old Chickadee arrived at Battersea’s London centre in March

Welcome to our regular “Ask the Cat Doc With Dr. Lynn Bahr” segment! Once a month, Dr. Bahr answers as many of your questions as she can, and you can leave new questions for her in a comment. Dr. Bahr graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. Unlike most veterinarians, she

What cats can endure is amazing, but what they sometimes must endure can be heart-wrenching. Pascoe is a young cat who knows this terrible fact all too well. He was found on the Blair family property with his back legs cut halfway off. Pascoe was actually walking on the bone stumps of his back legs;

Cats are the most popular pet in America. There are lots of reasons for this, and no doubt one is that they are considered low maintenance. But are they really? When compared to dogs, I suggest they are not low maintenance but just different maintenance. It’s true that few cats are taken for walks to

We know Brits love their pets, but how vital are they to coping with life’s ups and downs? According to a new study from Pawshake, pets are the heroes helping us maintain our mental health. Pandemic pets of 2020: new adoptions on the rise Many pet shelters have reported an increase in adoptions and fostering

Every cat has a unique personality, and some cats are more independent than others. And while most of us want our cats to cuddle with us and let us hold them, it’s not in every cat’s nature to show affection by snuggling up on a lap. But even if you cat is not a cuddler,

What’s better than one cat? Two cats, that’s what! And most of the time, kitties will agree, there are some moments when two cats are needed to make a situation just right. While society has dubbed felines as aloof solitaires, cat lovers know kitties crave companionship. Not only do cats enjoy the company of their

Sponsored content brought to you by Sleepypod. Yes, you too can teach your cat tricks. Trick training is a great way to bond together, while also providing enrichment through mental stimulation. To get started in trick training with your cat, keep your sessions short. Five to 10 minutes is plenty of time, just set aside

As temperatures have soared this Bank Holiday weekend and look set to continue this week, the RSPCA offers advice, tips and DIY video tutorials to help pet owners keep their furry and feathered friends cool and comfortable. Soaring temperatures can pose huge risks for our pets, wildlife and farm animals, and with forecasters predicting temperatures

When Reinhardt, Siberian cat and part-time adventurer, and his mom first started leash walking, the pair didn’t just clip into a leash and head out. Hayley Vendiola, devoted cat mom and Reinhardt’s adventure buddy, told CBC News walking on a leash started young for the Siberian cat. In his kitten days, as a matter of

Pilling cats can be challenging, to say the least. Even if you mange to get your cat to take pills by popping them directly into her mouth, you may be doing more harm than good. This practice is known as “dry pilling,” and it can not only be uncomfortable for your cat, it can cause

When cats are snooping about the house, they usually find things like stray ponytail holders, lost toys, and even the odd bits of snacks dropped here and there. But what a cat doesn’t usually find in their house is a kitten! But Titak the tabby did. From the tabby cat’s first moments laying eyes on

Looking for a way to celebrate our feline friends this month? Here are a few fun June cat activities. NOTE: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many events have been cancelled. But here are some virtual events you can check out.  All month: Adopt a Shelter Cat Month Give your cat some extra snuggles on Hug

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To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. ― Thomas Campbell Today is Memorial Day in the United States, a day when we honor the memory of the men and women who have died in military service. We also celebrate the arrival of summer, but because of the reason for the holiday,

Pet parents are known to trust the instincts of their furry friends, and a recent online poll reveals how deep that trust goes. In a OnePoll survey conducted for ZestyPaws, 2,000 pet parents who are either single or dating answered questions regarding how their pet’s feelings figured into their relationship. The results might prove surprising

Norfolk, Va. — After someone called PETA’s 24-hour emergency line to report a Snapchat video showing a teen viciously punching a cat, the group worked with local police to get him out of the abuser’s hands—and now, as a new PETA video (Video shows scenes of violence, please bear this in mind before watching it) released

A couple of weeks ago, we told you about a study that showed that “if it fits I sits” applies not just to real boxes, but to to imaginary boxes, too. Recently, The Atlantic featured an in depth look at the topic of cats and boxes, with several fascinating theories of just why cats and

From Ashley’s Kitten Academy, here’s the adorable tale of a tabby cat and her mini-me! Scarlet was a shy tabby cat girl when she entered into foster care with Ashley, the Youngest Old Cat Lady. And the young kitty wasn’t feeling well, spiking a fever of 105 degrees because of an abscess on her side.

A popular misconception is that cats age seven years (in human years) for each calendar year. In fact, feline aging is much more rapid during the first two years of life. A cat reaches the approximate human age of 15 during his first year, then 24 at age 2. Each year thereafter, a cat ages approximately four