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Cat scratch can sometimes lead to serious illness
Cat scratch can sometimes lead to serious illness
If Fluffy the cat gets out of sorts and scratches you, it's possible you could get a bacterial infection called cat-scratch disease that might even land you in the hospital.
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If Fluffy the cat gets out of sorts and scratches you, it's possible you could get a bacterial infection called cat-scratch disease that might even land you in the hospital.
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Pets help homeless youth
Pets help homeless youth
Pets may bring many health benefits to homeless children, but they can also make it tougher to find shelter or to use other social services, new Canadian research suggests.
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Pets may bring many health benefits to homeless children, but they can also make it tougher to find shelter or to use other social services, new Canadian research suggests.
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Why doesn't my cat like catnip?
Why doesn't my cat like catnip?
Believe or not, some cats just aren’t drawn to catnip. Here’s why.
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Believe or not, some cats just aren’t drawn to catnip. Here’s why.
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The top dangers for pets
The top dangers for pets
Your pets are members of your family. Just like small children, they sometimes get into things they shouldn't.More Content
Your pets are members of your family. Just like small children, they sometimes get into things they shouldn't.More Content
Pet-proof your home for holiday safety
Pet-proof your home for holiday safety
With the holidays fast approaching, you want to keep your pets in mind as you begin creating a festive atmosphere.More Content
Owning a cat or dog is a joy, but like with most joyful things in life, taking care of them requires a bit of sacrifice. With the holidays fast approaching, you want to keep your pets in mind as you begin creating a festive atmosphere.
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Top pet gifts from around the Web
Top pet gifts from around the Web
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Be it hitting holiday sales or getting all of that shopping done online, there’s one family member you may be forgetting to buy for: Your furry friend.More Content
Be it hitting holiday sales or getting all of that shopping done online, there’s one family member you may be forgetting to buy for: Your furry friend.
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7 nifty health benefits of pets
7 nifty health benefits of pets
Many people like to think of a pet as a furry member of the family; one that is fun to be around and provides companionship.
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Many people like to think of a pet as a furry member of the family; one that is fun to be around and provides companionship. However, pets may have even more of an effect on your life than you may think.More Content
Smart cat box ideas
Smart cat box ideas
You love your cat, but her smelly, messy litter box is the bane of your existence. Sure, you could always train our cat to use the toilet (it's possible, Google it!), but who has the time?More Content
You love your cat, but her smelly, messy litter box is the bane of your existence. Sure, you could always train our cat to use the toilet (it's possible, Google it!), but who has the time?
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Houseplants vs. your cat
Houseplants vs. your cat
Before adding a touch of nature to your home with houseplants, it's important to know what types of plants may be harmful to your cat and which are safe.
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Before adding a touch of nature to your home with houseplants, it's important to know what types of plants may be harmful to your cat and which are safe. In fact, some plants are extremely poisonous to cats, and others can cause them to become very ill.More Content
Keeping your cat happy when you're not at home
Keeping your cat happy when you're not at home
As much as I'd love to spend my days cuddling and playing with my cat, necessity dictates that I must, on occasion, leave my apartment.More Content
As much as I'd love to spend my days cuddling and playing with my cat, necessity dictates that I must, on occasion, leave my apartment.
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The best games for cats
The best games for cats
Your cat is playful, curious and a hunter, and he wants to interact with you to show off his natural skills. Playing games with your cat is a great way to entertain him, as well as give him some extra exercise.More Content
Your cat is playful, curious and a hunter, and he wants to interact with you to show off his natural skills. Playing games with your cat is a great way to entertain him, as well as give him some extra exercise.More Content
4 tips for traveling with your cat
4 tips for traveling with your cat
It's important if you'll be traveling with your cat to ensure that he's healthy, safe and happy when coming along on any trips. Here are four steps to a stress-free trip.More Content
It's important if you'll be traveling with your cat to ensure that he's healthy, safe and happy when coming along on any trips. Here are four steps to a stress-free trip.
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Are homeopathic remedies for cats safe and healthy?
Are homeopathic remedies for cats safe and healthy?
While most people take their cats to a traditional veterinarian for care, some may wonder whether homeopathic veterinarians are actually the way to go.
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While most people take their cats to a traditional veterinarian for care, some may wonder whether homeopathic veterinarians are actually the way to go. Homeopathy in general is about addressing symptoms rather than naming a disease, which some may say puts limits on treatments.More Content
How to show your love to an independent cat
How to show your love to an independent cat
There’s almost nothing my cat Penny loves more than lounging around on her own. Under my bed. Where it’s incredibly difficult for me to cuddle with her. What's a loving owner supposed to do?More Content
There’s almost nothing my cat Penny loves more than lounging around on her own. Under my bed. Where it’s incredibly difficult for me to cuddle with her. What's a loving owner supposed to do?
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Hidden household cat poisons
Hidden household cat poisons
While you assume your home is a safe and happy place, you may have some surprising things around that are toxic, and even fatal, to your cat.More Content
While you assume your home is a safe and happy place, you may have some surprising things around that are toxic, and even fatal, to your cat.More Content
How to exercise your cat
How to exercise your cat
It's common knowledge that dogs should go for walks, play fetch and exercise, but did you know that your cat should be squeezing in fitness time too?More Content
It's common knowledge that dogs should go for walks, play fetch and exercise, but did you know that your cat should be squeezing in fitness time too?More Content
Best practices for bathing your cat
Best practices for bathing your cat
Here are some tips for making the experience less traumatic for you and your furry friend.More Content
Cats fastidiously clean themselves with their tongues and teeth on a daily basis. But sometimes your kitty needs to be introduced to soap and water. Here are some tips for making the experience less traumatic for you and your furry friend. More Content
Animal communicators and psychics: Are they for real?
Animal communicators and psychics: Are they for real?
When cats suddenly change their behavior and behave disruptly, some owners turn to specialists to find out what's wrong.More Content
When cats suddenly change their behavior and behave disruptly, some owners turn to specialists to find out what's wrong.More Content
The scoop on the best cat litter
The scoop on the best cat litter
Choosing the right litter for a cat to do its business in is serious business. Different brands and types can fit your kitty's different needs, and we've got the scoop on how to select your best match.More Content
Choosing the right litter for a cat to do its business in is serious business. Different brands and types can fit your kitty's different needs, and we've got the scoop on how to select your best match.More Content
Are you obsessed with your cat?
Are you obsessed with your cat?
If caring for your cat has heavily interfered with everyday aspects of your life, you may be obsessed.More Content
If caring for your cat has heavily interfered with everyday aspects of your life, you may be obsessed.More Content
Exercises for your overweight cat
Exercises for your overweight cat
Cats tend to be bored most of the day, sitting around your home with easy access to food. You need to increase your pet's mental stimulation and physical exercise to help your pet lose weight.More Content
Cats tend to be bored most of the day, sitting around your home with easy access to food. You need to increase your pet's mental stimulation and physical exercise to help your pet lose weight.More Content
The 5 easiest ways to keep your cat healthy
The 5 easiest ways to keep your cat healthy
To ensure that your cat lives a long and healthy life (or nine), check out these five easy steps promoting feline wellness.More Content
To ensure that your cat lives a long and healthy life (or nine), check out these five easy steps promoting feline wellness.More Content
How to hold a successful puppy playdate
How to hold a successful puppy playdate
Playing comes naturally to puppies, but you have a critical role in making sure his first playdate goes well.More Content
Playing comes naturally to puppies, but you have a critical role in making sure his first playdate goes well.More Content
Help your cat with separation anxiety
Help your cat with separation anxiety
Cats can quickly become very attached to you, which may lead to separation anxiety.More Content
Cats can quickly become very attached to you, which may lead to separation anxiety.More Content
Are cats and dogs that different?
Are cats and dogs that different?
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Who says dogs have all the fun? Cats can be just as smart, fun and full of personality.More Content
Who says dogs have all the fun? Cats can be just as smart, fun and full of personality.More Content
Two cats are better than one
Two cats are better than one
Thinking about adopting a cat? Here are five reasons why you should think about bringing home a pair instead of just one furry feline.
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Thinking about adopting a cat? Here are five reasons why you should think about bringing home a pair instead of just one furry feline.More Content
Writers who love their cats
Writers who love their cats
Writers from mystery novelist P.D. James to science-fiction icon Ray Bradbury and numerous others have at least one thing in common: They all love cats.More Content
Writers from mystery novelist P.D. James to science-fiction icon Ray Bradbury and numerous others have at least one thing in common: They all love cats.More Content
How to take great photos of your cat
How to take great photos of your cat
With time and patience even the most camera-shy cat will eventually be ready for a close-up.More Content
With time and patience even the most camera-shy cat will eventually be ready for a close-up.More Content
Brain exercises for your cat
Brain exercises for your cat
Exercise for the brain is just as beneficial as exercise for the body. Give your cat both for a long and happy life.More Content
Exercise for the brain is just as beneficial as exercise for the body. Give your cat both for a long and happy life.More Content
Pregnancy and cats
Pregnancy and cats
Along with the admonitions about caffeine, lunch meat and wine, many pregnant women are told they should get rid of their cats because of health risks.More Content
Along with the admonitions about caffeine, lunch meat and wine, many pregnant women are told they should get rid of their cats because of health risks.More Content
Cat love and friendship
Cat love and friendship
Do cats experience love? One expert weighs in.More Content
Do cats experience love? One expert weighs in.More Content
5 ways to improve life for your senior cat
5 ways to improve life for your senior cat
If your senior cat is starting to slow down, there are extra steps you can take to ensure that it is healthy, comfortable and content.More Content
If your senior cat is starting to slow down, there are extra steps you can take to ensure that it is healthy, comfortable and content.More Content
Rabies on the rise
Rabies on the rise
Cats are the domestic animal most commonly diagnosed with rabies in the U.S.More Content
Cats are the domestic animal most commonly diagnosed with rabies in the U.S.More Content
Is your cat getting enough protein?
Is your cat getting enough protein?
Protein is a building block that is essential to cats at all stages of life.More Content
Protein is a building block that is essential to cats at all stages of life.More Content
How to prevent 5 common cat illnesses
How to prevent 5 common cat illnesses
You are more than a source of food, catnip and scratches behind the ear. You are your cat's health advocate.More Content
You are more than a source of food, catnip and scratches behind the ear. You are your cat's health advocate.More Content
Can you tell a cat's personality by the shape of its face?
Can you tell a cat's personality by the shape of its face?
Animal experts have developed a theory of cat face geometry after more than two decades of study.More Content
Animal experts have developed a theory of cat face geometry after more than two decades of study.More Content
How to stop and prevent cat scratching
How to stop and prevent cat scratching
Cats were born to scratch, and they have the tools to do it with too.More Content
Cats were born to scratch, and they have the tools to do it with too.More Content
Caring for cats with sensitive stomachs
Caring for cats with sensitive stomachs
Cats can be notoriously picky, snubbing food left and right. But if your cat's bathroom habits are amiss, it could be suffering from dietary intolerance.More Content
Cats can be notoriously picky, snubbing food left and right. But if your cat's bathroom habits are amiss, it could be suffering from dietary intolerance.More Content
Does food taste different to cats and dogs?
Does food taste different to cats and dogs?
Though cats and dogs are the most common household pets in North America, the similarities practically end there.More Content
Though cats and dogs are the most common household pets in North America, the similarities practically end there.More Content
Don't declaw your cat: furniture-saving tips and tricks
Don't declaw your cat: furniture-saving tips and tricks
With minimal effort, it's relatively simple to live in harmony with your cat and enjoy scratch-free furniture.More Content
With minimal effort, it's relatively simple to live in harmony with your cat and enjoy scratch-free furniture.More Content
Does cat behavior change with the seasons?
Does cat behavior change with the seasons?
All mammals are affected by changes in the environment.More Content
All mammals are affected by changes in the environment.More Content
Train your aggressive, biting kitten
Train your aggressive, biting kitten
You can discourage ankle-nipping and other overly aggressive kitten behavior with a few simple steps.More Content
You can discourage ankle-nipping and other overly aggressive kitten behavior with a few simple steps.More Content
How to make a stray cat comfortable in your home
How to make a stray cat comfortable in your home
Easing a stray cat into a new environment is important for their adjustment, and yours.More Content
Easing a stray cat into a new environment is important for their adjustment, and yours.More Content
Hidden household cat poisons
Hidden household cat poisons
While you assume your home is a safe and happy place, you may have some surprising things around that are toxic, and even fatal, to your cat.More Content
While you assume your home is a safe and happy place, you may have some surprising things around that are toxic, and even fatal, to your cat.More Content
Natural ways to eliminate litter box odor
Natural ways to eliminate litter box odor
There are effective ways to rid your home of lingering litter box odors -- without having to resort to using any harsh chemicals.More Content
There are effective ways to rid your home of lingering litter box odors -- without having to resort to using any harsh chemicals.More Content
Handling the death of a cat in a multi-cat home
Handling the death of a cat in a multi-cat home
When a cat dies, others within the group do seem to mourn the loss.More Content
Are you obsessed with your cat?
Are you obsessed with your cat?
How do you know if your relationship with your cat has crossed over into an unhealthy obsession?More Content
Lower your stress… with a cat?
Lower your stress… with a cat?
I've heard that cats can reduce the stress levels of their owners. Is this true?More Content
Should you clothe your cat?
Should you clothe your cat?
Dressing up your cat in a cute sweater or shirt may be fun for you, but most cats dislike the feeling of something on their fur. But there are exceptions.
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Emergency medical cat care at your fingertips
Emergency medical cat care at your fingertips
We've all been there: It's midnight, and your cat is acting sick. Fortunately, the Internet can provide you with assistance and possibly save you from several hundred dollars in emergency vet bills.
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Caring for your arthritic cat
Caring for your arthritic cat
Being the elusive and secretive beings that they are, cats often show very subtle signs of arthritis that may go unnoticed unless the owner is looking for them.More Content
How to toilet train a kitten
How to toilet train a kitten
It is easier to first have a kitten use a regular litter box before graduating to a human toilet.More Content
Cat food: Then and now
Cat food: Then and now
So what were cat owners feeding their pets way back when? How did packaged cat food emerge and evolve?More Content

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Second-hand cat, first-rate pet
Second-hand cat, first-rate pet
Adopting from a shelter, humane society or rescue group "means helping a cat who's already there and needs the love of an owner," he says.More Content
Is your kitten a real copy cat?
Is your kitten a real copy cat?
House cats retain a hunting instinct. Some researchers say that's why cats can sometimes mimic the sounds of other animals -- or even sound like their owners.More Content
Cat Toys: When the Thrill is Gone
Cat Toys: When the Thrill is Gone

Pet stores don't sell dangling cable wires in their cat toy sections. But if they did, it may just be the next bestseller.

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Famous fathers and their cats
Famous fathers and their cats
Happy Father's Day! As we look back at famous dads who adored cats, here's what to consider if you're thinking of getting a cat for your Dad or male significant other.More Content
Secrets to Cat Playtime Perfection Revealed
Secrets to Cat Playtime Perfection Revealed

For cats that don't get enough challenging playtime, life can become boring and lonely -- for them, an incredibly stressful reality -- making them lethargic and prone to illness.

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Adopt a feline friend for life
Adopt a feline friend for life
Hundreds of thousands of cats are in need of a good home. In six, pre-adoption steps, your own home can fit the bill. A lifetime of purring companionship will be your reward.More Content
Cat-Ching: Careers for Cat Lovers
Cat-Ching: Careers for Cat Lovers

If you love cats there are a number of careers that will allow you to stay close to the furry felines and earn an income.

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Five Steps to Better Feline Friendship
Five Steps to Better Feline Friendship

By Elizabeth Wasserman, Studio One Networks
For weeks, Nicholas Dodman's family hardly ever saw...
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Corporate Cats
Corporate Cats

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Ever since Spike took up residence in a St.
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Photographing Your Elusive Feline
Photographing Your Elusive Feline
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What To Do When You Find a Stray Dog or Cat
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Preventing Common Cat Diseases
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