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Review: UAH Pet Zero Cordless Water Fountain

Water is critical to keeping your cat healthy. Cats as a species don’t have a high thirst drive, and this can lead to chronic low-level dehydration if a cat is fed mostly dry food. Proper hydration can help prevent urinary tract disease and promote healthy kidney function by flushing toxins. Fountains are a great way to encourage cats to drink more water.

With so many fountains available, it can be difficult to determine quality. The two main things I look for in a fountain are that it needs t...

Texts from Mittens 2023 Calendar

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What would happen if you gave a cat a smartphone and he had opposable thumbs? Well, of course he’d want to text!  At least that’s the case with Mitty, a text-savvy, over-anxious, drama-filled house cat. Based on the popular blog and book of the same name, the Texts from Mittens 2023 Calendar features entertaining SMS conversations shared between Mitty and his loving human.

We are big fans of Angie Bailey. Her Texts from Mittens books will make you laugh out...

Remembering Ruby: That Time When We Had a Dinner Guest

Even though Ruby has been gone more than two years after being diagnosed with advanced kidney disease, I still miss my little girl so much, it actually feels like a physical ache sometimes. I’m grateful I have eight years of Ruby’s Reflections on this site to comfort me and remind me of some of the cute things she did when the pain hits, and I love sharing the memories with you.

Today’s memory goes back to September of 2018. My friend K. was one of Ruby’s favorite people, and Ruby loved it whe...

Ask the Cat Behaviorist with Laura Cassiday: Jealousy Between Cats, Feeding Frenzy, and More

Laura Cassiday is a certified cat behavior consultant (CCBC) and owner of Pawsitive Vibes Cat Behavior and Training. Laura is certified through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She is also a Fear Free certified animal trainer. Laura recently published her first book, The Complete Guide to Adopting a Cat (affiliate link*.) She works with cat guardians remotely from all over the world, as well as in-person in her local area of Baltimore, Maryland. For more informatio...

ZenByCat: Raising Awareness and Funds to End FIP

FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis) is caused by a coronavirus. Easily transmitted between cats, it is equally as easily cleared by most, but sadly in a small subset of cats, the virus changes from a non-pathogenic form to one that aggressively infects intestinal macrophages. Up until very recently, FIP was almost always fatal.

Peter Cohen’s FIP cats

Peter Cohen learned about FIP the hard way, like so many other cat parents whose cats succumbed to this dreaded disease. When he adopted two kitt...

Sunday Quotes: Change

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Tortie Stickers (and Other Cat Stickers) Are Purrfect for Cat Lovers

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A friend recently told me about these adorable tortie stickers from InkPaperGo. How could I not share them with you! They also come in many other cat colors and breeds.

Each sticker sheet measures 6 by 4 inches. The sticker sizes vary between 0.5 and 1.5 inches tall. All sheets are printed on permanent adhesive paper. They are not waterproof. They come in glossy, matte and clear glossy.

The tortie sticker set features

14 Individual tortie catsBalls of yar...

Cat String Friendship Bracelets

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How beautiful are these cat string friendship bracelets! Featuring a waxed cotton cord with sterling silver and clear crystal, they make a wonderful gift for cat lovers or just a special piece of jewelry for yourself.

Cat string bracelet features925 sterling silver cat head with Platinum platingClear crystal CZ stone (4mm)Black or Red Italian waxed cotton cordThe red bracelet has two 925 sterling silver hearts, one on each side of the cat headSlidin...

Reporting from EveryCAT Health Foundation’s 2022 Symposium: Bringing Awareness to Unowned Cats

Guest post by Ingrid R Niesman MS, PhD

For innumerable reasons, cats pose a quandary for conservation biologists, rescue groups and municipal policy stakeholders, because each of these groups sees cats differently.

Conservationists view cats as apex predators. Animal welfare groups want to see more cat go to good homes or provided supportive care. Local authorities are beholden to constituents, who are often at polar ends of public policy decisions. At the center of all discussions is the unex...

Reusable Cat Print Tote Bag

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I love reusable tote bags that fold into their own pouch. You can always carry one with you, even in a small purse, and of course, it’s even better if they feature a cute cat print.

Triple T Studios’ tote was designed by a Ukranian artist and features colorful smiling cat faces. Made from recycled polyester, it measures approximately 24 x 19 inches unfolded. When folded in to the little pouch, it measures 4.75 x 4.75 inches. The pouch features a convenient l...