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Review: Jackson Galaxy Complete Cat Probiotics with Prebiotics and Enzymes

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I consider probiotics one of the most important supplements for all cats. There has been a fair amount of research on the human side on how critical a healthy gut is for a strong immune system, healthy body weight and composition, and even mental health. A healthy gut also minimizes the risk for numerous diseases, including diabetes and cancer.

Probiotics are crucial to promoting good intestinal health. While there are far fewer studies about the benefits of...

Happy 4th of July

Allegra and I wish you a happy 4th filled with everything summer is supposed to be about.

Just remember that whatever you choose to do today, this may not be your cat’s favorite holiday. Unfortunately, my state allows neighborhood fireworks, and for the past week, they’ve already been going off all around us. Thankfully, Allegra isn’t bothered by them nearly as much as she used to be. If fireworks are an issue where you live, plan ahead so you can make the holiday as stress free as possible fo...

Sunday Quotes: Miracles

I came across a lovely fable about a hummingbird and a miracle on a friend’s Facebook page, and it resonated deeply with me. I love hummingbirds, so that alone made me love this fable, but more importantly, the message felt important and relevant to me.

The hummingbird appears in many stories of native peoples of the Americas. I was unable to find the true origin of the fable, but it  may be the work of author Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas, who tells the story in his book Flight of the Hummingbir...

What Are You Reading This Summer?

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One of my greatest summer pleasures is spending time outside with a good book. Whether it’s on my deck, by the pool, or in a sidewalk cafe, there’s just something about reading outdoors that makes one of my favorite pastimes even more special.

For the past couple of years, there has been a notable absence of quality cat books. I typically get dozens of pitches to review new books throughout the year. I’ve gotten far fewer of them this year, and of the ones I...

Adorable Fleece Cat Towels

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We love Triple T Studios’ tag line for their cat-themed home products: “Bring a little happy into your home!” And how could these adorable cat towels not make you smile?

Made from a soft fleece material with an embroidered cat face and paw, these towels feature a loop for easy hanging. They fold up into the top, which makes them look super cute while they hang in your guest bathroom or kitchen.

They measure approximately 12 by 8 inches and come in gray, yell...

First Ever Feline-Specific Pain Medication Is A Game Changer for Cats

Guest post by Ingrid R Niesman, MS PhD

While we don’t really know the extent of pain cats actually experience, we do know that they are masters at masking their discomfort, leaving cat parents guessing. This is especially true with arthritis pain. Just like humans, cats’ joints take a lifetime of abuse and display similar arthritic tendencies with age. Humans can avoid suffering with medications and joint replacements. Our cats with chronic osteoarthritis (OA) or degenerative joint disease (DJ...

How to Relieve Your Cat’s Stress During Fireworks and Thunderstorms

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I’ve always felt that the 4th of July is probably cats’ least favorite holiday. A recent study by Wakefield Research, commissioned by Bach® Rescue Remedy® Pet, a liquid remedy for pets made with natural flower essences, revealed that 54% of current and former pet parents say fireworks are a leading cause of stress for their pets.

Study says: cats hate thunderstorms!

The report goes on to share the other major stressors in...

Ask the Cat Doc: Struvite Crystals, Diabetes, Toy Safety and More

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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 is a 1991 graduate of the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine and founder of Dezi & Roo, a company that designs, manufactures, and sells solution-based products that enhance the lives of cats and their owners. She volunteers at numerous anim...

Sunday Quotes: Clarity

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Mews and Nips Is Taking A Summer Break

Hi everyone, it’s Allegra! Mom said I could make an announcement today! How cool is that – I get to be Mom’s spokescat! That’s an important job, and I take it very seriously.

Anyway, what she wanted me to tell you is that our weekly Saturday feature, Mews and Nips, will be taking a break over the summer. Mom has been so busy lately, not just with keeping up with everything on The Conscious Cat, but also with her Reiki clients, and I’m worried about her working too hard. And off of this is real...