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Now That We Have Your Ear: Go Clean Your Cat’s
How to prevent an ear infection (and treat one if it’s too late).
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This Hammock Held Fast Under My Chonky Cat
And my houseplants reclaimed their rightful place on the windowsill.
- behavior
Why Is My Cat Hiding?
No, they’re not on the lam. Here are four reasons your cat might be MIA.
- lifestyle
Pet Parents Are the Parents of the Future
A study found that millennials are choosing pets over kids. Here’s why.
- 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.
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Which Pet Insurance Company Is Right for You?
We compared the top insurers so you don’t have to.
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Cats, Priceless. Cat Parenthood, Not So Much
A rundown of the most common cat expenses of 2022.
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Remy Morimoto Park’s Gift Guide for Cat Parents
The wellness influencer shares a few of her kitten Sesame’s favorite things, from an eco-friendly cat wand to a Scandi-style elevated bowl.
- 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.
- Behavior
Why Did My Cat Bite Me?
Don’t live in fear of your feline overlord. A veterinarian explains why cats bite (and what you can do to avoid their wrath).
- lifestyle
7 Myths About Rescue Animals, Debunked
For starters: no, they’re not all traumatized and yes, you can find purebred puppy.
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Should I Adopt a Bonded Pair?
Some besties are inseparable, and that’s not always a bad thing.
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7 Things to Consider Before Adopting a Pet
It’s a big decision so check these boxes before you sign on the dotted line.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Adopting a Cat
From where to begin looking to what the adoption process entails to how to prepare your home for your new pet.
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Why Do I Have to Pay an Adoption Fee?
If you’re helping out a homeless pet, shouldn’t that be worth a freebie? The reality is, it costs a lot of money to care for shelter animals and to keep a shelter clean and safe.
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10 Questions to Ask a Shelter About an Adoptable Cat
From medical history to adoption fees to litter preferences, here is everything you need to know.
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Get the Inside Scoop on Adoption Applications
Ready to take the plunge? Here’s everything you need to know about applying to adopt a pet.
- Lifestyle
Should You Take an Adoptable Pet for a Test Drive?
Some animal rescues allow trial runs for interested adopters. Get the scoop on how foster-to-adopt programs work.
- Behavior
Your Cat Can Read the Room Better Than You Think
A new study finally confirms what pet parents already know: cats are great communicators.
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The Best Cat Scratching Posts, Pads and Everything in Between
Your cat’s claws are out. Do you have scratchers at the ready?
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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
Why Declawing Your Cat Is Uncool
Cat veterinarian Dr. Annette Louviere explains how the inhumane surgery is no joke.
- Health
Advantage vs. Advantix: Not the Same Thing
Don’t make this dangerous mistake when picking out flea prevention products.
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10 Tips For Saving Money At the Vet
Ways to lower your bill — without compromising your pet’s health.
- Nutrition
Natural Cat Treats That Are Practically Paleo
Some are sustainable, others are organic, but all are endorsed by discerning foodies (a.k.a. cats).
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I Tried Tuft + Paw’s “Really Great Cat Litter” and it Lived Up to its Name
This sustainable, dust-free, odor-concealing litter is “really great” for you, your cat, and the environment.
- Nutrition
10 Human Foods That Are Safe for Cats
Good news for your begging cat: Some of your favorite snacks are safe to share.
- Shopping
Cat Haus’ Sustainable Shag Cat Condos are Move-in Ready
Colorful, retro creations hand-crafted from up-cycled materials in San Francisco.
- Health
How to Deal with Cat Diarrhea
Dr. Audrey K. Cook’s tips to getting to the bottom of a sh*tty situation.
- Lifestyle
Introducing Willow, the First Cat of the White House
Join our petition to have the National Anthem amended to “one nation, under Willow.”
- Lifestyle
Pet Sounds: Music is Dropping for Dogs and Cats
Veterinarians and music industry vets are teaming up to curate therapeutic pet playlists.
- Behavior
What Your Cat’s Sexy “Slow Blink” Means
Cat behaviorist Cristin Tamburo on how to read cat eyes.
- Behavior
6 Ways to Stop Your Cat From Scratching Your Couch
What worked, what didn’t, and what finally solved the peskiest of cat parent quandaries.
- Behavior
How Many Cat Naps is Too Many?
Cat behaviorist Jennifer Van de Kieft on if there is such a thing as too much sleep.
- Lifestyle
The Pros & Cons of Adding a Second Pet to the Fam
Double the trouble or double the fun? Dog trainer Lindsay Hamrick weighs in.
- Lifestyle
How to Rehome Your Pet With Ease (and Minimal Tears)
When you realize your home or lifestyle is not a good fit for your pet, you’re put in an unenviable position. But it doesn’t have to be a lose-lose.
- Lifestyle
10 Most Popular Cat Names of 2021
What the Wildest readers’ most popular cat names say about 2021.
- Shopping
PrettyLitter Has Beauty and Brains
At long last, a litter that’s for more than just scooping.
- Lifestyle
The Wildest, Wrapped
Our first year in review, from top-read articles and celebrity features to most-popular Instagram and TikTok posts!
- Behavior
4 Reasons Why Your Cat Sleeps Right On Top of You
Not into cuddling? Too bad — they’re spending the night.
- Nutrition
9 Foods You Should Never Feed Your Cat
Sharing isn’t always caring. Keep your cat safe by keeping these human snack staples to yourself.
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Mau Designs Fierce Furniture for Cats Who Are Wild at Heart
Sustainable home decor for “tree cats,” “bush cats” and every little lion in between.
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I Tested My Cat’s DNA and Here Are the Results
From health predispositions to breed history, Wisdom Panel’s genetic testing revealed my cat’s internal world.
- Behavior
Why Does My Cat Wake Me Up At the Crack of Dawn?
A cat pawing at your face at 4 a.m. is hard to ignore, but cat behaviorist Cristin Tamburo suggests you try.
- Lifestyle
Giving Pets as Gifts: How to Go About it the Right Way
If you’re thinking about gifting a loved one with a puppy or kitten, read this expert advice first.
- Health
Holiday Safety Tips for Overly Festive Felines
Chances are, your cat is already plotting some Christmas chaos. Fear not, veterinarian Dr. Aimee Simpson has tips on how to safeguard your holiday spirit and your pet.
- Shopping
Bite-Sized Stocking Stuffers For Cats (and Cat People)
Candy cane-themed treats, Christmas light-inspired toys, catnip-infused “wine,” and more.
- Health
How to Make Vet Visits Less Scary for Cats
Two vets share their tips, from choosing a safe carrier to considering anti-anxiety medication.
- Shopping
7 Best Cat Subscription Boxes to Gift
Seasonally curated treats, toys, and catnip. What more could a cat ask for — besides the cardboard box they were shipped in?
- Health
What’s Up With My Cat’s Skin?
Everything you need to know about cat allergies, according to three veterinary dermatologists.
- Nutrition
Is Homemade Cat Food Better Than Kibble and Canned?
Integrative veterinarian Dr. Ruth Roberts on what ingredients to include when considering a home-cooked diet for your cat.
- Shopping
Holiday Gifts Your Cat Won’t Turn Their Nose Up At
Cat caves, crochet toys, and modular mazes sure to tempt your kitty out of winter hibernation.
- nutrition
The Sustainable Pet Food Movement is Fired Up
From cricket kibble to miso mice, leading brands are exploring how sustainable pet food products can reduce carbon paw prints.
- Shopping
The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals For Cats
If you’re looking to treat your cat to a little something special this holiday season, we’ve got you covered.
- Behavior
Why Is My Cat Chewing On Plastic?
If your cat nibbles on pen caps and power cords, they could be bored...
- Shopping
Automatic Litter Boxes Work For Many Cats (Just Not Mine)
I introduced my cat to an automatic litter box and let’s just say it went off with multiple hitches.
- Health
Is My Cat...Panting?
“Cats don’t pant to cool off like dogs do.” Unless your pet is catching their breath after doing the zoomies, Dr. Gary Weitzman says it could be cause for concern.
- Health
Do Cat Foods for Sensitive Stomachs Help?
If your cat is throwing up with no good reason, Cornell Feline Health Center veterinarian Dr. Bruce Kornreich says “sensitive-stomach” cat food isn’t always the answer.
- Behavior
Did My Cat Just Headbutt Me?
Cat behaviorist Jennifer Van de Kieft says I should take it as a compliment.
- Shopping
Cats and Cacti — Is There Anything Else?
The mythical Cactus Cat inspires some quirky, prickly pear-themed products.
- Lifestyle
How Flatbush Cats is Saving Brooklyn’s Strays
Ad agency strategist Will Zweigart founded a nonprofit to tackle the neighborhood’s street cat epidemic.
- Shopping
The Best Cat Hair Removal Products to Comb Through
Cat hair...everywhere? These essential tools will whisk it away.
- Health
Something Scarier Than Halloween? Ok, Heartworm It Is.
Cats face extra challenges when it comes to this parasite. A veterinarian explains.
- Nutrition
The Great Debate Over Grain Free Cat Food
You've got questions. Dr. Bruce Kornreich, director of the Cornell Feline Health Center, has got answers.
- Lifestyle
How to Move with a Cat (and Keep Yowling to a Minimum)
Cat behaviorist Cristin Tamburo’s pro tips on how to survive a week in a car with not one, but two cats.
- Behavior
Why Do Cats Raise a Paw for No Reason?
Are they saying “Hi” or trying to high five? Cat behaviorists decode your pet’s cryptic hand signal.
- Lifestyle
Wild Ones: Moshow, Queen Sushi, DJ Ravioli, MegaMam, Lil Parmesan & Black $avage
Moshow “the Cat Rapper” on cat love, TikTok, and fans (a.k.a. his feline family).
- Lifestyle
A Star is Born: 11 Tiktok Challenges to Turn Your Kitty Into an Influencer
The TikTok challenges you can do with your cat and a little spare time.
- Shopping
So, You Want to Dress Your Cat Up for Halloween
The best costumes that you and your cat’s Instagram followers will get a kick out of.
- Lifestyle
How to DIY a Catio
Cat behaviorist Cristin Tamburo’s tips for building a safe outdoor space for your cat.
- Behavior
6 Foolproof Steps to Litter Train Your Cat
If you do nothing else, teach your cat to poop in their litter box (not your shoe).
- lifestyle
Wild Ones: Kim-Joy, Inki & Mochi
The quirky, Insta-famous baker and The Great British Bake-Off star on her adopted kitten littermates and their fascination with watching her knead dough.
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Merci Collective’s Crystal-Infused Products Are Calming Anxious Pets
Whether or not you believe in crystal healing, Chani Ronez’s chic, customizable, and sustainable products are designed to help treat everything from separation anxiety to joint pain to GI issues.
- Shopping
Think Like a Cat When Choosing a Litter Box
So you can go back to not thinking about litter boxes.
- Behavior
Tail Talk: What Is Your Cat Trying to Tell You?
Cats are enigmas. But their tail movements can reveal a lot about their moods.
- Health
Whisker Fatigue — Apparently It’s a Thing
Or, is it a genius marketing ploy to get you to buy fancy “whisker friendly” cat bowls? We asked a vet...
- Behavior
The Cat Breed-Behavior Connection
Which cats are more likely to have stranger danger? Bite the hand that feeds them? Do the zoomies? Scientists studied 5,700 pet cats and discovered some interesting traits.
- Nutrition
Raw Food Diets for Cats: An Explainer
Cats are obligate carnivores — that we know. But do they need to eat like wild animals? We asked a holistic vet about the pros and cons of primal diets.
- Behavior
Your Twitchy Cat Could Be Dreaming or Spasming
The top 3 reasons why cats twitch in their sleep, according to a vet.
- Lifestyle
Why You Should Adopt a “Less Adoptable” Cat
It’s Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week! Here’s why bonded kitties, senior cats, and felines with FIV make just as amazing pets as any other.
- Behavior
30 Strange Signs My Cat is Happy
September is National Happy Cat Month. From puking on your least favorite shoes to biting you less (not zero, just less), here are all the ways to tell if your cat is actually happy.
- Lifestyle
A Rescue Kitten Cafe Opens in Venice...and It’s Called Tiny Beans
Adoptable kittens, nitro cold brew, and beach vibes? On my way...
- Health
Cat Sneezing Fits Are Funny...Until They’re Not
It could be nothing to sniff at, according to Wildest Expert Dr. Iovino.
- Lifestyle
How to Help Animals Impacted by Hurricane Ida
Hundreds of dogs, cats, and rabbits have been evacuated. These front-line organizations need donations, fosters, and adopters.
- Shopping
7 High-Tech Toys Your Cat Will Go Wild For
Stoke your little lion’s hunting instinct with these electronic cat toys.
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Please Be Nice To Your Vet
Veterinarians love their jobs, but it’s not all puppy kisses and kitten purrs. We asked Wildest expert Dr. Zay how pet parents can forge a healthy, honest, and sustainable relationship with their vet.
- Lifestyle
Wild Ones: Katya Krasnova & Tor
The Kiev-born, LA-based artist talks surreal cat tattoos and mondo Maine Coons.
- Lifestyle
7 Steps to Keep Your New Kitten Happy and Healthy
With great cuteness comes great responsibility! We’ve got you — a vet breaks down everything you need to know when you bring home a new kitten.
- Lifestyle
Black Cats: Good Luck Charms or Bad Omens?
August 17th is Black Cat Appreciation Day. Let’s dispel some silly superstitions that haunt them.
- Health
Is My Cat Going Bald?
Don’t start shopping for cat wigs yet. But if your Persian is looking more like a Sphynx, underlying health conditions could be to blame for your cat’s hair loss.
- Shopping
Cat Trees That Won’t Clash With Your Aesthetic
Stylized cat trees for every personality, from cartoon flowers to modernist towers. We hope money grows on a few of them.
- Lifestyle
My Cat’s Morning Screams™️, Translated
What I think my cat is trying to tell me at the crack of dawn. Every. Single. Morning.
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Green Girl Leah’s Favorite Eco-Friendly Cat Products
The environmentalist shares her sustainable product recos, from recycled catnip toys to organic cat grass to biodegradable kitty litter.
- Lifestyle
Tips for Re-Entering Society, According to My Cat
After 18+ months of social isolation, here are some helpful tips for reacclimatizing to the world from an expert on social awkwardness — my cat.
- Lifestyle
Pet Tattoos Are the New Couples Ink
Tattoo artist Evan Kim on why pet ink is the ultimate (and unregrettable) homage. Plus, 15 of the raddest dog and “cattoos” on the Gram.
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Does My Cat Have Zits?
Paging Dr. Pimple Popper, DVM. Until then, a vet has tips on how to treat your cat’s acne.