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Bandit, an 18-year-old Tonkinese, was surrendered to the Stafford County Animal Shelter in Virginia after his owner could no longer care for him. The sweet old cat was having a hard time at the shelter, still looking for his owner. Thankfully, he was adopted and is adjusting well in his new home. “He’s a sweetheart,”

Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s

Animal charity has vital advice for pet owners on how to protect their animals during this hot weather As temperatures soar, the RSPCA is providing advice to pet-owners on how to keep their animals cool and to make sure they are doing everything possible to keep them safe this summer. The RSPCA’s animal centres have

This post contains affiliate links* A cat toy that is fun for cats and looks good? Yes, please! The Made4Pets scratching post and wooden trackball combo is beautifully designed and offers lots of entertainment options for cats. Features Durable and stable to stay put during play. Ideal for small spaces with a maximum diameter of

Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s

The RSPCA found Kitty living off rainwater and debris in a dank basement A plucky cat who was impaled by a metal spike after falling into a mill cellar is making a miracle recovery despite losing a leg. Thanks to the work of the RSPCA, Kitty survived her ordeal trapped for several weeks in the

This post is sponsored by Sleepypod Moving is stressful for humans, and it’s even more stressful for cats. Cats are creatures of habit who hate having their routine disrupted, but there are things you can do to make the entire process less taxing for both cat and human. This is the last post in a

Today’s litter boxes are more than just a simple plastic box. Minnesota mom to four cats, Maya Nishikawa hates cleaning the litter box, so she’s willing to try any of the latest innovations. Last year she bought an automated Litter Robot that cleans up poo and pee 10 minutes after the cat leaves the device,

No matter what side of TikTok you’re on, you’ve probably heard of Addison Rae, Khaby Lame or even Charli D’Amelio. But are you familiar with TikTok’s richest domestic animals? Research by All About Cats revealed the top 10 most influential pets on TikTok, by looking at factors such as followers, engagement rates, average likes by video and estimated earnings per

We know cats are good for our health. Studies have shown sharing your life with cats can lower your risk of heart attack, petting a cat can lower your blood pressure, and cats can reduce stress, anxiety and depression. A recent preliminary study has shown that owning a cat (or dog) may be linked to

Melissa L. Kauffman Covering the pet world for more than 25 years, Melissa L. Kauffman has been an editor/writer for a wide variety of pet magazines and websites from the small critters to parrots to cats and dogs. Her advisory team of rescued pets — dogs Tampa Bay and Justice and parrots Deacon and Pi-Pi — help keep her on

Community Cats Podcast will host the much-anticipated Online Feline Leukemia Day on July 16, 2022. This one-day event has a unique focus on cats with feline leukemia (often referred to as FeLV) and what animal shelters, veterinarians, caregivers, and pet parents can do to support them in their journey. Sessions will include updates regarding treatment and

It is said that the eyes are the window to the soul, and I think that’s especially true when it comes to the beautiful eyes of our feline friends. But did you know that your cat’s eyes can also be a window to her health? Changes in a cat’s eye color can be an indicator

Kittens require special care and treatment. Which is why Community Cats Podcast and The National Kitten Coalition have partnered to present the first and only conference dedicated exclusively to caring for the smallest felines – the Online Kitten Conference, from June 10-12, 2022. Throughout the weekend, animal shelter professionals, caregivers, fosters, and kitten lovers alike

Jackie Brown Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry. She is contributing writer for National Geographic’s Complete Guide to Pet Health, Behavior, and Happiness: The Veterinarian’s Approach to At-Home Animal Care (April 2019) and author of the book It’s

Anywhere, USA (June 1, 2022) – Community Cats Podcast, in partnership with The National Kitten Coalition, will host the Online Kitten Conference from June 10-12, 2022. Kittens require special care and treatment. Which is why Community Cats Podcast and The National Kitten Coalition have partnered to present the first and only conference dedicated exclusively to

A new movie explores the love affair between men and their cats. Cat Daddies features the lives of eight cat dads, including an actor/influencer, a truck driver, a school teacher, a firefighter, a software engineer, and a police officer from different parts of the country. The multiple award winning movie will come to theaters soon.

June 2022 Pawlidays All Month Long: Adopt a Cat Month Pet Preparedness Month Foster a Pet Month Week-long: 5-11: Pet Appreciation Week 20-24: Take Your Pet to Work Week Day-long: 4 Hug Your Cat Day 19 Garfield the Cat Day 19 Cat Dad Day/Father’s Day 20 Take Your Cat to Work Day 24 Cat World

The prince of tigers who knows how to stalk,In pride and dignity the grizzly mouse,That lurking thief of granaries, that louse:Richard the Lionhearted you’re my hawk! You make the fierce foe scatter, squeak and squawk.You chastise them from tipsy mad carouse,For those gray ruffians all sup and bowseAnd batten on our batter, and jaywalk. I

When I saw the Chill Pad mentioned in one of Jackson Galaxy’s recent emails, I had a feeling Allegra would love it, and I was delighted when we received one to test. Chill Pad features This soft pad makes a great “scent soaker,” meaning it holds scent, which can help cats feel safe and at

This post contains affiliate links* We already know that cats are little Zen masters who can help us meditate and generally live in the moment, but I can honestly say that I never thought of the litter box as a tool for mindfulness. Then a dear friend gave me the Zen Garden Litter Box for

In a nutshell, pets, without a doubt, make great companions at home. But aside from keeping everyone in the house company, there are many scientific studies that prove the health benefits of keeping pets. For one, they decrease the chances of allergies and asthma among kids. Patients recover faster from major illnesses when they have