Cat Health Tips

Caring for Cats from Whiskers to Tail

From kitten hiccups to senior cat care, this is your go-to corner for feline wellness. We cover grooming tips, dental care, nutrition, hairball hacks, and even decoding that mysterious sneeze.

Whether you’re looking for vet-approved solutions or everyday health advice, you’ll find practical answers, gentle guidance, and real-life stories from cat lovers like you.

Because healthy cats aren’t just born – they’re nurtured, one paw at a time.

Why Your Cat Might Need a Veterinary Specialist -And How to Find One

Why Your Cat Might Need a Veterinary Specialist – And How to Find One

Sometimes your cat’s condition needs more than your regular vet. In this guide, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk, a board-certified veterinary specialist for cats and critical care expert, explains when to seek advanced help, what specialists do, and how to find the right expert to give your feline friend the best possible care.

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Lick Mat for Cats: How I Calm Pierre’s Stress (With an Allergy-Friendly Recipe)

Lick Mat for Cats: How I Calm Pierre’s Stress (With an Allergy-Friendly Recipe)

Pierre is my anxious, allergy-prone cat, and a lick mat for cats changed our routine. This follow-up to my “Hype or Helpful” post shares the gentle recipe I use (pumpkin, a pinch of bone broth powder, cranberry, Integra Sensitive turkey) and how I spread it for maximum calm. What to buy, how to clean, and safety notes included, plus three lick mats I recommend.

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Lick Mats for Cats: Hype or Helpful Enrichment?

Lick Mats for Cats: Enrichment Tool or Overhyped Trend?

I haven’t tried a lick mat for cats, yet. But I’m about to. Pierre has nerve-related anxiety and hates loud sounds (he was rescued at just 3–5 days old). In this guide I weigh when lick mats calm vs frustrate, share safe spreads and slow-feeding tricks, hygiene tips, and when to skip them. Plus: how this could support Pierre’s allergy and overgrooming journey.

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5 Budget Cat Hair Removers That Actually Work (I Tried Them All, So You Don’t Have To)

5 Budget Cat Hair Removers That Actually Work (I Tried Them All, So You Don’t Have To)

Looking for budget-friendly tools to tackle cat hair? I tested five affordable removers - from rubber brushes to sticky lint rollers (even a triangle scraper) - to help you clean furniture, clothes, cars, and more. Plus, I reveal my splurge-worthy BISSELL vacuum experience as an optional upgrade!

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