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Everything you need to know about your cat's care and healthy living

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What Is the Weight of an Average Cat, and When Is My Kitty Obese?
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Liz Bales, VMD

In 2018, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) classified obesity as a disease, with 59.5% of cats being clinically overweight or obese. Carrying excess weight makes your cat much more likely...

Cat Love Bites: What Do They Mean?
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PetMD Editorial

Reviewed for accuracy on May 1, 2018 by Dr. Katie Grzyb, DVM You’re gently petting your cat when she begins nipping at your hand, which leaves many cat owners wondering, “Why is my cat biting me?” These...

10 Cat Anxiety Medications
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Wailani Sung, MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB

Cats can suffer from anxiety disorders just as people and dogs can. Cats can experience generalized anxiety disorders or more specific anxiety issues caused by things such as thunder or separation distress...

How TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release) Helps Community Cats
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Jeannine Berger, DVM, DACVB, DACAW, CAWA

TNR stands for “Trap, Neuter (or Spay), and Release.” Think of it as “catch and release” in fishing, where a fish is caught but then returned to the water. But in the case of TNR, we’re talking about cats....

Kitten Teething Guide
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Jennifer Coates, DVM

Kittens go through two periods of teething—the first when their deciduous (baby) teeth come in, and the second when their baby teeth fall out and are replaced by their permanent (adult) teeth.

The Best Cat Litter for Every Kind of Feline
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Jamie Case, DVM

Selecting a cat litter can feel overwhelming with all the options out there. As you’re researching the best cat litter, ask yourself: Will my cat reliably use the litter box if I use this litter? Does...

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