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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.
Kitten Litter Box Training: When Do Kittens Start Using the Litter Box?

Don’t Be That Human: The Ultimate Cat Litter Box Guide

From vertical peeing to picky kittens and smelly surprises, I’ve dealt with it all. In this no-fluff litter box guide, I share my best tips for litter box success - including which ones work, how to keep your home odor-free, and why I wipe down sticky spots twice daily with my DIY citrus-vinegar mix. Don’t be that human.

How to Administer Insulin to a Diabetic Cat (Simple Guide)

How to Administer Insulin to a Diabetic Cat (Simple Guide)

Administering insulin to a diabetic cat can be tricky, especially if the cat is anxious. This guide covers step-by-step instructions for preparing insulin, calming the cat, and delivering the injection smoothly. Learn how to create a stress-free environment, use gentle handling, and reinforce positive behavior - all to make insulin time a little easier for everyone involved.

Pierre’s Allergy Drama: The Cat Skin Allergy Treatment We’re Trying Now

Pierre’s Allergy Drama: The Cat Skin Allergy Treatment We’re Trying Now

Pierre’s not cured - but we’re trying. After calming pills, food changes, and travel stress, we’ve added Apoquel, soothing balm, and salmon oil to the mix. His skin issues are still a mystery, but our current cat skin allergy treatment plan includes one flower-collared cat, lots of patience, and hope that this combo might finally bring him peace.