cat health
- nutrition
Does Your Cat Really Need to Go Grain-Free?
You’ve got questions. Dr. Bruce Kornreich, director of the Cornell Feline Health Center, has answers.
- nutrition
Can Cats Eat Corn?
A few kernels won’t hurt, but think twice before doling out a bowl of the stuff.
- health
Help Your Chonky Pet Lose Weight
Tips to help make sure your pet isn’t packing on too many pounds.
- health
7 Grooming Tools to Help Your Cat Look Met-Gala Ready
Give them the day off from self-grooming.
- lifestyle
Ashes to Ashes, Pet to Plant
The founders of Pleia, a startup that practices pet composting, on this method of honoring pets after death.
- health
The East Palestine, Ohio Crisis Is Affecting Pets, Too
Residents have reported concerning health problems with their animals.
- nutrition
Does Your Diabetic Cat Need a Special Diet?
Get ready for a sigh of relief — this food doesn’t have to be pricey.
- lifestyle
8 Comforting Thoughts to Help You Through the Death of Your Pet
There’s no guidebook to grief and loss — but these kind words will help.
- health
Doctor’s Orders: Cat Vet Visits Are Essential
Get thy cat to a vet, even if it’s a struggle to get them out the door.
- nutrition
Are Celebrity Chefs Feeding Their Pets Five-Star Meals?
These expert-approved recipes will help you use all the food in your kitchen.
- health
8 Cat Dental Products You Never Knew You Needed
Vets explain how fish-flavored toothpastes and nifty finger brushes can prevent more than tooth fur.
- health
6 Common Health Concerns in Senior Cats
Veterinarian Dr. Alycia Washington on how to spot them and how to treat them.
- health
It’s Not Bougie to Get Stem Cell Therapy For Your Pets
Gallant CEO Dr. Linda Black on how you can affordably give your dog a long and happy life, thanks to science.
- nutrition
Don’t Come For Us, But Is Your Cat Overweight?
We love a chonky cat, but here’s what you should know.
- nutrition
How Much Should You Actually Be Feeding Your Cat?
If they’ve lost their hourglass figure, then not that much — according to a veterinary nutritionist.
- health
Can’t Pay Your Pet’s Vet Bills? These Orgs Can Help
When the bills rack up, these resources have your back.
- lifestyle
Meet This Colony of Accidentally Insta-Famous Cats
How one cat colony inspired their hundreds of thousands of social media followers to care about cat rescue — and became superstars in the process.
- health
What’s the Deal with FIV in Cats?
The most common questions about feline immunodeficiency virus, answered. Good news: most cats live long, happy lives.
- health
Dr. Joya Griffin Is Poppin’ Puppy Pimples on TV
The star of National Geographic’s Pop Goes the Vet on the understated specialty, reality TV, and finding fun in the gross.
- health
A Spoonful of Tuna Helps the Medicine Go Down
Everything you need to know about the difficult task of medicating a cat.
- nutrition
Bobby Flay’s New Boss Is a Furry Orange Cat With a Discerning Palate
Inspired — and helmed — by his own Maine Coon, chef Bobby Flay’s Made by Nacho is a pet food brand that puts felines first.
- lifestyle
8 Practical and Healing Ways to Remember Your Pet After They Pass
Even though it’s the last thing you want to think about.
- lifestyle
10 Unexpected To-Dos for New Pet Parents
Sound advice from seasoned dog and cat parents who have been there.
- behavior
Your Sleeping Cat Is Twitching So Much They Should Be a Gamer
Why do they do it? A vet on the top three reasons your cat twitches in their sleep — from sweet dreams to scary spasms.
- behavior
Is Your Cat SAD?
4 ways cats can combat seasonal depression, according to veterinary behaviorist Dr. Leanne Lilly.
- health
Can the RSV Surge Affect My Pet?
Luckily, RSV isn’t transmittable between humans and pets. But there are some particularly nasty viral respiratory infections to look out for.
- health
Gut Reactions: Pets Have Shockingly High Levels of E. Coli
A new report finds that one in three dogs and one in seven cats have unhealthy levels of E. coli present in their gut microbiome.
- lifestyle
California Is the First State to Ban Testing of Chemicals on Cats and Dogs
The U.S. has a long way to go when it comes to ending what Gov. Gavin Newsom calls “cruel and unnecessary testing.”
- health
We Need to Talk: There’s a Serious Veterinarian Shortage Right Now
As a pet parent, the best thing you can do is be nice.
- health
7 “Purebred” Cat Breeds Likely to Suffer from Genetic Disorders
Especially while shelters are overcrowded, consider adopting a cat.
- nutrition
6 Best Fresh Cat Food Delivery Services That Will Have Your Kitty Purring at Full Volume
It’s like Postmates — but for you spoiled cat.
- lifestyle
Meet 5 New Innovative Pet Startups
Leap Venture Studio is a springboard for these companies designing “flexitarian” pet diets, state-of-the-art health tools, and more.
- shopping
Mosquitos Aren’t Going Away — Neither Are Bug Sprays That Are Toxic to Dogs
Enter: Wondercide, a plant-based, sustainable, pesticide-free mosquito-repellent set safe to use around your pet.
- behavior
How to Stop Your Cat From Munching On All of Your Precious Plants
Tips to get your cat to quit eating your greens.
- nutrition
Help, My Cat is on a Hunger Strike
A veterinary nutritionist explains why your cat isn’t eating and how to increase their appetite.
- health
Does My Cat Have Zits?
Paging Dr. Pimple Popper, DVM. Until then, a vet has tips on how to treat your cat’s acne.
- health
Monkeypox Has Been Found in a Dog: Here’s What You Need to Know
A key number to remember here: 21.
- health
Get This: While Your Cat Is High on Catnip, They’re Also Repelling Pests
Duuuude...where are the mosquitos?
- health
Feline Dental Disease Bites: Making Oral Care as Stress-Free as Possible
Your cat’s oral hygiene is essential to their health. Take things slow and figure out what works best for your kitty’s pearly whites.
- shopping
Best Flea/Tick Preventatives For Cats This Summer
From collars to topicals to chews, here are the flea and tick preventatives we’re giving our cats this summer.
- health
Snail Bait Poisoning in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
It may protect your plants, but at what cost? A veterinarian explains how this toxin can bait may keep your garden safe — but it's extremely toxic to dogs. Here's everything you need to know.
- health
Yes, You Should Spay/Neuter Your Cat. Here’s Why
A veterinarian breaks down how it keeps your pet healthy and curbs kitten overpopulation.
- lifestyle
7 Steps to Keep Your New Kitten Happy and Healthy
With great cuteness comes great responsibility. A vet breaks down everything you need to know when you bring home a new kitten.
- lifestyle
Pet-Friendly Pest Control for Your Summer Garden
A permaculture designer’s tips on how to keep your pets and veggies safe — naturally.
- health
How to Prevent — or Treat — Cat Ear Infections
How to prevent an ear infection (and treat one if it’s too late).
- health
How Tech Helps Cats Lose Weight
A study found that smart feeders and digital scales are successful tools in cat weight-loss programs.
- lifestyle
5 Ways to Prepare Your Pet for Wildfire Season
The Wildest Collective veterinarian Dr. John Iovino shares his top safety tips.
- nutrition
Can Cats Eat Strawberries?
Yep, the superfood is safe for felines and we’ve even got a recipe for strawberry “ice cream”!
- health
Cat First Aid 101
From performing CPR to preventing shock, three vets break down everything you need to know to help your cat in an emergency.
- health
How to Help an Asthmatic Cat Breathe Easy
Everything you need to know about feline asthma, from someone who’s been there.
- nutrition
Can Cats Eat Watermelon?
Yes, the summertime staple is on the list of “safe” foods for cats.
- nutrition
Can Cats Eat Dog Food?
Dog food is safe for cats in small amounts, but it shouldn’t be their main course.
- health
Which Pet Insurance Company Is Right for You?
We compared the top insurers so you don’t have to.
- shopping
The Best Cat Water Fountains
Fresh, flowing water will keep your pet hydrated, ward off UTIs, and reduce water waste.
- lifestyle
Cats, Priceless. Cat Parenthood, Not So Much
A rundown of the most common cat expenses of 2022.
- nutrition
The 5 Best Fish Oils for Cats
The next best thing to branzino, omega-3s support your cat’s skin, brain, joint, and heart health.
- health
How to Prevent and Treat Ticks On Cats
Two veterinarians’ pro tips for preventing your cat from picking up ticks (and how to remove them if it’s too late for that).
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6 Behavioral Signs of Pain in Cats
Animal behaviorist Karen B. London breaks down the silent ways your kitty is trying to tell you they’re hurting.
- shopping
6 Best Cat Probiotics
Is your cat’s microbiome out of whack? It may be time to add probiotics to their diet.
- health
Vets Are Seeing a Rise in “Pot Puppies”
You aren’t the only one getting way too high from edibles. A study published on 4/20 found an uptick in cannabis poisonings in pets.
- behavior
What’s All the Cat Chatter About?
Scientists believe they could be mimicking the calls of their prey.
- health
Does My Cat *Really* Need to See a Vet?
Cats can be hard to read. Especially when they’re sick. Or…not sick? We asked a veterinarian how to tell.
- nutrition
Gut Feelings: How to Balance Your Pet’s Microbiome
The mind-gut connection isn’t just for people — your dog or cat’s gut microbiome plays a big role in their health and well-being.
- health
6 Surprising Signs of Arthritis in Cats
They’re not what you’d think, according to veterinary behaviorist Dr. Margaret Gruen.
- lifestyle
It’s Officially “Kitten Season”
Hannah Shaw, a.k.a. Kitten Lady, on how you can help with the springtime arrival of orphaned kittens.
- lifestyle
How TNR Is Helping Outdoor Cats
Trap-Neuter-Return is the most humane way to keep stray cat populations in check. Here’s how it works.
- health
Wondering How Big Your Puppy or Kitten Is Gonna Get?
We know, our pets grow up too fast. But seriously, how fast is too fast (or slow)? The Wildest and Waltham Petcare Science Institute created a simple tool to help your new pet’s growth stay on track.
- health
How to Find a Vet Who Loves Your Cat Like You Do
I had to kiss a lot of frogs to find the perfect vet. Luckily, veterinarian Dr. Annette Louviere has some tips so you don’t have to, too.
- health
How Cold is Too Cold for Outdoor Cats?
Be a good neighbor and learn to spot the signs of frostbite in community cats.
- behavior
Daylight Saving Time Confuses Pets, Too
Animal behaviorist Karen London on how springing forward and falling back causes your dog or cat to lose sleep, too.
- health
Why Declawing Your Cat Is Uncool
Cat veterinarian Dr. Annette Louviere explains how the inhumane surgery is no joke.
- health
Giving Your Cat Eye Drops is Easy. Wink, Wink
Two veterinarians tag team on how to properly administer cat eye medication.
- lifestyle
How is Cat Wine Still a Thing?
It’s five o’clock somewhere, but read this before you share a glass with your pet.
- health
Advantage vs. Advantix: Not the Same Thing
Don’t make this dangerous mistake when picking out flea prevention products.
- lifestyle
A Cat Lover’s Guide to NYC
A cat-friendly guide to cafés, spas, shops, and hotels that’d make anyone purr.
- health
10 Tips For Saving Money At the Vet
Ways to lower your bill — without compromising your pet’s health.