Tagged With Cats

Close-up of a calico cat's paw gently touching the vibrant green leaves of a Maranta Leuconeura plant

Do Prayer Plants Hurt Cats? What Pet Parents Should Know

1 May 2024

Prayer plants can be poisonous to cats when eaten and can result in mouth pain, vomiting, and diarrhea, but they are also good for cleaning the air in your home.

Veterinarian gently examining the eye of a Siberian cat, exposing the third eyelid

What It Means When Your Cat's Third Eyelid Is Showing? Insights and Interpretations

30 April 2024

Reasons, treatments, and how to prevent a cat's third eyelid from showing, such as Haw's Syndrome, trauma, and other medical conditions.

Burmese cat peering intently at a bowl of lemon wedges on a table, with its paw reaching towards but not touching the lemons

Can Cats Eat Lemons? The Risks and Better Snack Options

30 April 2024

Lemons and other citrus fruits are toxic to cats and can lead to symptoms like stomach upset and other issues.

A tabby cat gently nuzzling its owner's cheek, with a blurred background

Why Does My Cat Sniff My Face? The Amazing Sense of Smell

30 April 2024

Cats use their sense of smell to identify people, claim their space, and talk to other cats. Knowing this can help you bond with your cat.

Siamese cat with bright blue eyes and distressed expression in a clinical veterinary setting

Can Cats Get Strep Throat? A Veterinary Investigation

27 April 2024

Cats can contract streptococcal infections, which are similar to strep throat in humans, and will need to be treated with antibiotics and quarantined to prevent the infection from spreading to other cats and people.

Tabby cat cautiously sniffing a rubber plant, with a concerned cat owner reaching to shoo the cat away

Can Cats Eat Rubber Plants? What You Should Know

26 April 2024

Rubber plants are poisonous to cats, leading to symptoms like an upset stomach and ataxia. Cat owners should block off access to these plants and use other methods to deter their cats from getting too close to them.

Graceful Siamese cat gently kneading its paws on the chest of its human companion, in a softly lit, intimate bedroom setting

Why Do Cats Lay on Your Chest? The Comforting Reasons

25 April 2024

Cats sit on their owners' chests because of evolution and psychology, and it helps them feel better and closer to their owners.

A black cat with bright yellow eyes sitting calmly on a porch, unfazed by a coyote lurking in the background

Coyotes and Cats: How to Keep Your Cat Safe From Predation

25 April 2024

Coyotes are known to hunt cats, and their diets can be made up of anywhere from 1-35% of cats. There are several non-lethal methods that can be used to keep cats safe from coyotes. These include keeping cats indoors and using deterrents.

Close-up portrait of a fluffy pomeranian dog with alert, expressive eyes and feathery eyelashes

Why Do Dogs Have Eyelashes? Evolution and Eye Health

25 April 2024

Yes, dogs have eyelashes, but they are not the same as human eyelashes.

Siberian cat with a thick, soft gray coat being brushed by its owner, with visible dandruff flakes

How to Get Rid of Cat Dandruff: Grooming Tips and Treatments

24 April 2024

Proven ways to find and address the underlying issues of cat dandruff, such as grooming, diet, and environmental causes.

Sleek black Bombay cat suspiciously looking at a plate of cubed tofu

Can Cats Eat Tofu? Exploring Plant-Based Foods for Felines

24 April 2024

Cats need to eat meat to survive, and tofu doesn't have the nutrients that they need.

Siamese cat with bright blue eyes sniffing at a bowl of coconut milk on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Coconut Milk? A Look at This Plant Milk for Felines

24 April 2024

Coconut milk is safe for cats to have every once in a while, but it should not be used as a substitute for a well-rounded, commercial cat food diet.