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Its summer and that means road trip season is upon us! And when cat parents get away, they often want take kitty on the journey too. But most cats are homebodies, so car trips can prove stressful for both kitty and person. There are some cats who love adventure, but if your fur darling isn’t

Not a day has gone by since Ruby passed away that I haven’t thought of my little girl. Some memories make me cry, some make me smile, and every single one is precious. I’ll periodically share some of these memories so you can take a trip down memory lane with me. I thought of today’s

Who says cats are dramatic? Umm…everyone! And cat lovers know it best of all. Cats are masters of displaying their emotions for all the world to see. Whether angry or annoyed, a cat makes the ire known in tail swishes, ear flicks and hissy words. But for all the mad displays, felines deep in joy

Summer can be a trying time for cats. I decided to ask my cat, Stella, how we could stay cool when the temperature rises. Summer is upon us, Stella! Are you thinking up ways to beat the heat?This again? I HATE summer. The heat waves, the children screaming in agony, you and your novelty sunglasses,

When our Animal Welfare Officers brought three-year-old Kali into Mayhew last month, we immediately noticed the right side of his face was swollen. We suspected an infected cat bite was the cause, but couldn’t have predicted what we actually found. Not only was Kali suffering from an abscess, he also had a needle and thread

This post contains affiliate links* A board game for cats? Yes, please! The Cheerble Board Game is a clever 3-in-1 interactive toy for cats. Featuring a sturdy scratching pad, a puzzle toy, and a “smart” ball, this toy will bring hours of fun for your cats and for you. The “smart” ball moves when activated

For the past couple years, cat lovers have made their way to Meowfest to celebrate all things cats! But this year, Canada’s leading feline festival had to go a different way thanks to the coronavirus. In spite of not celebrating in person, the fun was still pawesome! Held previously in Toronto and Vancouver, 2020’s Meowfest

Summer is here, and with it comes additional indoor-outdoor traffic, open windows and inviting scents wafting into our homes. It also means our indoor cats turn into fuzzy little escape artists and will face stressful situations if they find themselves out of their element. And we humans… well, we just about lose our heads with

Getting a kitten or cat can be an exciting time; you’re adding another member to your family household and there is lots of things to consider as buying a pet is a big responsibility. With this in mind, Paul Houlden, founder of Animal Rescue Foundation (www.animalrescue.foundation), has offered up 9 top tips to consider when

The other day a friend and I were talking about how frustrated we are with so many aspects of this pandemic: being unable to do the things we usually love to do in the summer, the fact that every trip to the grocery store requires strategic planning, people refusing to wear masks and being irresponsible

As a cat parent, your cat’s health is the number one priority. Unfortunately, cats are notorious for hiding illnesses, so you might not even spot a serious health problem until it’s too late. Luckily, if you know what to look out for and how to reduce the risk of these health problems, keeping your cat

Picture this: Your cat is sitting on your lap, lazily enjoying spending some quality time with you. Then, he rolls over onto his back, exposing his belly. What do you do? The cat belly is a tempting thing, but, as Admiral Ackbar says in Star Wars, “It’s a trap!” There are lots of places cats

2020 marks the 10th anniversary since the creation of Pusheen’s very first comics and GIFs. To help celebrate, JapanLA, known for its fan-centric branded pop-ups will be hosting an official digital Pusheen pop-up shop on July 11-12th. Fans will be able to shop live and interact on the new Popshop Live Shopping App live-streamed from

No matter how much time we get with our cats, it’s never long enough. 31-year-old Rubbles was with her human Michelle Heritage for more than half of Michelle’s life. Heritage credits Rubble’s long life with the fact that she never had children and treated him like he was her son. For more about Rubble, visit

He protec. He attac. But most importantly, he try to egg hatch… Cat parents across TikTok are having some fun with their felines and some eggs. While its assumed a cat’s first instinct would be to knock an egg on the ground because it would splatter so well, the outcome is actually a split. Some

With his distinctive tabby coat (just one of many fine patterns!) and his easygoing personality, it’s no wonder that the American Shorthair has earned a reputation of the friendly “cat next door.” You’ve likely seen one of the handsome cats in a TV ad and thought, “I used to have a cat like that.” You’re

Hi everyone, Please find below the latest entry in our Friday Art Cat section by Smellie Art: The artist behind Smellie Art is Georgina Smellie who is a UK based artist home to the Gloucestershire area. Her work has greatly developed over the years and she is super excited to share her Lion with you

This post contains affiliate links* Coloring has been shown to be a major stress reliever. Studies show that the structured, rhythmic motion of coloring eases you into a meditative state, which allows you to push negative thoughts and worries out of your mind, and which induces a profound sense of relaxation. The benefits of yoga

Happy Birthday, sweet Emma! Oh, your mom loves you so, and the light of 16 candles might not be as bright as your eyes, but they certainly shine warmly on you in your tutu and crown. Blow out the candles and make your wish of fish cake come true! The Crests might have been singing

For a lot of us, it’s hard enough getting our cats into the car for a trip to the vet, let alone for a long summer road trip. But as someone who drove 3,000 miles with three cats in the back seat of my car, I’m here to tell you that you can do it.

This post contains affiliate links* Silvervine is a plant native to the mountainous regions of eastern Asia. It has been used in Asia for centuries as a preventative health aid. In Japan and China, it has also been used as a cat stimulant. Cats react to silvervine similarly to how they do to catnip, with

Stray cats have it hard enough. But when pregnant or caring for kittens, these moms have it even harder. But cat lovers work hard every day to help these stray mothers find the comfort and security they and their kittens deserve. And you, cat lover, are one of the good hearts helping to make a

When Peggy Lee sang, “Fever isn’t such a new thing, fever started long time ago,” she wasn’t kidding. Since the beginning of recorded history, fever has been a hallmark of disease. Body temperature is regulated by a structure in the brain called the hypothalamus. It controls the body’s “thermal set point” in very similar fashion

With another lockdown on the horizon, LondonCats Worldwide want to keep you entertained and feline good whilst your stuck at home with their brand new Virtual Kitty Corner! Livestreaming on Saturday 11th July from 12pm, the virtual event will be filled with delightful treats for the whole family to enjoy! Expect an epic festival-style day

This post contains affiliate links* Have you been doing a lot of cleaning and organizing lately? I’ve found that during these challenging times, cleaning out my closet or even just organizing one small drawer or shelf at a time has been very helpful in managing my anxiety. Sometimes, I just feel that I need to

Announced July 3, the J.M. Smucker Company issued a voluntary recall of one lot of Natural Balance® Ultra Premium Chicken & Liver Paté Formula canned cat food. Check your cat’s food to be sure it’s not the lot involved in the recall. Product information can be located on the bottom of the can. Single Cans:

Throughout the long and hard winter, summer is the one thing on our minds. I can’t wait to feel the sun on my skin — albeit cloaked in sunscreen — and feel the blood coming back to my extremities. Chances are your cat might be excited about summer, too. While outdoor threats to cats are

How to ensure a happy and healthy relationship for pets and kids The arrival of a new pet to your family is always very exciting, with cuddles and fun aplenty. However, it’s really important to consider very carefully whether a new pet is right for you and how you’ll integrate your new pet to the family,

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

Cats aren’t shy about asking for what they want. Well, maybe cats don’t so much ask, but rather, demand what they want. And cat lovers are okay with these feline demands because our kitties are just too purrfect! Like Blake… The handsome floof loves his cat treats and he’s not afraid to tell his mom