Tag: cat pointers
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How to Stop a Cat from Counter-Hopping
So. You prepare your cat’s food on the counter. You might even feed them on the counter if you have a particularly hungry dog (or a curious baby, nom nom). No harm, no foul, right? Right… Until you’ve got a cat that tears through your bread bag when you’re putting away veggies. Or knocks over…
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5 Cat Toy Must-Haves That Cost $30 or Less
Treat your cat with wallet-friendly toys… they won’t know the difference, we promise. Tunnels Cats must indulge in their natural instincts—they love running, climbing, clawing, hiding, pouncing… anything they can do to practice their hunting skills. That’s a cat’s version of fun. And, hey, it’s pretty fun to watch them do it, too. Tunnels offer…
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New Pet Parent Guide 2023 Cat Edition
Bringing in a family member of the feline variety is more rewarding than you can fathom… and it requires a bit more work than expected. To make transitioning easy for your cat—and guide you in setting realistic expectations—we delve into the basics of cat ownership for new pet parents. Before Bringing a Cat Home Research…
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Why Does My Cat Bodyslam My Door?
Attention, boredom, food, the bathroom—cats can meow at you all they like, but you aren’t fluent in mews. So, what else can they do? Make more noise in an attempt to communicate. Your cat likely body slams your doors for that exact reason. Here are some examples of what they might be trying to say:…
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Do Cats Think We’re Their Parents?
There’s no doubt about it. Cats love us. But do they think we’re their parents? Do they think we’re just “big cats?” Part of the answer comes from perspective. Do Cats Think We’re Their Biological Parents? Well, no. When you approach a stray or feral cat—it’s unlikely they’ll look you in the eye and see…
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Pointers for Stress-free Vet Visits with Your Cat
There’s definitely some pet-parent guilt when taking your cat to a vet. They’re miserable, stressed out, possibly hyperventilating and doing the math to decide how long they’re going to snub you when you get home. What’s worse is the wrestling and lashing out at vets and vet techs—you’re there to help your cat, but your…
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Pine Pellet Litter Pros and Cons (and How Often Do You Need to Clean It, Anyway?)
If you’ve been on CatTok (that’s Cat TikTok), you know about pine litter. But do you know everything there is to know? Is it worth the cost? Is it safe for your cat companion(s)? Are you making the right choice!? Stop stressing. We’ve got a list of pros and cons just for you. Table of…
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