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Silvia

Silvia is a cat rescuer with nearly two decades of hands-on experience and a former Vice President of the registered rescue organization SOS Cat. She has fostered dozens of cats and kittens, participated in rescue missions, organized charity fundraisers, and provided intensive neonatal care for vulnerable newborns. Her writing is grounded in real-life experience - real cats, real challenges - and supported by careful research. When covering feline health or nutrition topics, she consults licensed veterinarians to ensure the information shared is responsible and evidence-based. She currently lives with her three feline co-editors - Tito, Myratz, and Pierre - who enthusiastically “review” every recipe and cat-related insight published on Cats Magazine.
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Ziva the grey Maine Coon reclining in sunlight against a pale wall, looking towards the camera.

Ziva the Great: The Real Maine Coon Behind the Picture Book

Ziva loves her family, keeps visitors on their toes and inspired a children’s picture book with a big heart. Meet the real Maine Coon behind Ziva the Great as author Cindy J. Vanous shares what this memorable cat has taught her about patience, belonging, and letting trust grow.

Cat wearing a Pawfit GPS tracker while exploring outdoors on a leash

Should You Take Your Cat on Vacation or Leave Them at Home?

Should your cat come on vacation with you - or stay safely at home? Every summer I ask myself the same question. After years of 1,300 km road trips with my three cats, here's what I've learned about traveling safely, choosing a cat sitter, avoiding common mistakes, and why preparation matters more than the destination.