Domestic cats exhibit a wide spectrum of fur colors and patterns—from sleek solid coats to tortoiseshell, calico, and smoky variations. Each of these unique coat types provides a wealth of information about the cat’s genetic...
Do you ever find yourself asking, why do cats hiss? Like the low growl of a dog or the buzz of a rattlesnake’s tail, the hissing sound of a cat is unmistakable. Most people generally...
As wildfires rage in Los Angeles County, burning 10,000 structures and displacing hundreds of thousands of California residents, animal welfare workers are working around the clock to house displaced pets and to treat animals injured...
Portland-based Northwest Naturals pet food company in December issued a voluntary recall of one batch of its 2-pound Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food. The recall came after a house cat in Oregon died...
Is your cat a pro at scoring a bite of whatever meat you’re cooking? Maybe you even like to make homemade cat food just for them. Then, you may have wondered if cats can eat...
Have you ever wondered if cats can eat beef jerky? Maybe you recently opened a bag of jerky to snack on and your cat crawled into your lap begging for a bite. You might think...
Maine Coon cats and kittens are all over social media and it’s no surprise why. These gentle giants are gorgeous and impressively larger than life. Maine Coons (the official state cat of Maine) are one...
Choosing a cat litter sounds simple enough, but there are more types of cat litter available today than ever before. Clay-based litter is by far the most popular choice—more than 50% of cat litters are...
Europe is the birthplace of many diverse and beautiful domestic cats. Quite a large number of cat breeds originated in the United Kingdom and Russia, but several cat breeds trace their roots to France, Germany,...
If you’re thinking about getting pet insurance for your cat, you might be wondering how much it will cost. Many factors go into the cost of pet insurance for an individual cat, including their age,...
Planning to add a purebred cat to your family soon? You may not realize how much it can cost to buy a kitten from a breeder—especially if it’s one of the most expensive cat breeds....
We all want our cats to live long, healthy lives so we have as many years with them as possible. Mixed-breed cats tend to have the most genetic diversity and the fewest health problems. But...
