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Cat Panting or Breathing Hard: Why and What To Do

Some panting in cats is completely normal. An excessive amount of panting or heavy breathing could be a sign of a serious health complication. If you notice you cat panting or breathing hard, you’ll need to assess your pet and monitor him closely to decide whether or not you need to seek veterinary care.
Home Remedies for Respiratory Infection in Cats

Home Remedies for Respiratory Infection in Cats

The vast majority (about 80%) of respiratory infections in cats are viral. This means that there really isn’t much your veterinarian can do to treat the condition, but they may be able to help manage the symptoms. If you’re hoping to save a trip to the vet’s office, you can manage the symptoms on your own with these home remedies for respiratory infection in cats.
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American Shorthair Cat Breed: Characteristics, Behavior, Diet and Grooming Tips

The American Shorthair Cat Breed is among the most famous felines in the US, which shows that it’s a well-loved breed.  But it isn’t that...
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Popular Cat Breeds for Feline Lovers

While some cats have gained popularity due to their appearances in movies, television shows, or positive experiences, here's our choice of 9 of the...
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How Long Do Cats Live? – Feline Average Life Expectancy 

Are you planning to adopt a cat but have been wondering how long do cats live? Perhaps you’re in a dilemma of choosing between...
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GPS Tracker for Cats

Whether we want to keep our cats safe or just worry about them wandering off, a GPS tracker for cats will ease our minds...
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How To Remove A Tick From A Cat

Ticks are some of the worst parasites cat owners need to deal with. They're most prevalent in the Eastern part of the United States, mainly in Rocky Mountains. Ticks are also found in limited areas on the west coast. Ticks are attracted to warmth and motion, making cats a great target, and knowing how to remove a tick from a cat is cruci
Homemade Cat Food for UTI

Recipe: Homemade Cat Food for UTI

Urinary tract infections are a common ailment in cats. Typically, they are nothing to worry about – as long as you treat them in a timely manner. If your cat is prone to urinary tract issues, you may be able to help prevent them with a change in diet. Just be sure to check with your veterinarian before switching to this homemade cat food for UTI.
The Persian Cat Breed: A Whiskerrific Overview

The Persian Cat Breed: A Whiskerrific Overview

Like dogs, there are many different variations of cats out there. Take the Persian Cat, for example, one of the oldest purebreds in existence. Cats...
Homemade Ear Mite Treatment for Dogs

Homemade Ear Mite Treatments for Pets: 4 Effective Remedies

Ear mites are common parasites found in pets, but they aren't something to be overly concerned about. These homemade ear mite treatments are effective remedies for a mild to moderate case of ear mites.
Pet Insurance As An Employee Incentive and Why You Should Get Them?

The New Employee Benefit: Pet Insurance [Updated 2023]

In recent years, many employers sought out several ways to attract employees—and one of them is by offering pet insurance benefits. After all, around 66% of...
Why Do Cats Purr?

Why Do Cats Purr?

Nothing makes you happier as a cat owner than scratching your kitties chin and listening to her purr. Why do cats purr? Is it just because they’re happy? Research actually shows that there are many reasons why cats purr. After a recent conversation with my veterinarian I also learned that purring isn’t always a voluntary behavior. That means that your cat doesn’t always purr on purpose.

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