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Lost cat? What to do in the first 24 hours (an hour-by-hour plan)
Lost your cat? An hour-by-hour plan for the first 24 hours: where to search, who to call, posters, camera clips, and the after-dark search.
The black cat adoption gap: why October’s the worst (and best) time to adopt
Black cats are not cursed, but they can be overlooked. What the research says about the adoption gap, and why October is a great time to adopt.
What actually goes wrong when cats wear costumes: materials, fit, and the stress signals to watch
That calm-looking cat in a pumpkin suit may be frozen with stress. What goes wrong with cat costumes, and how to keep a photo safe and quick.
Halloween hazards: the candy, plants, and decor that send cats to the ER
The Halloween dangers that send cats to the vet are rarely candy. Lilies, fake cobwebs, candles, and an open door cause far more trouble.
What your cat’s tail is telling you (and the three signals people read backward)
Your cat's tail broadcasts intent at the base and intensity at the tip. Here is the full vocabulary, plus the three signals people read backward.
Back-to-school transitions: the routines and toys that help an anxious cat cope
The house empties out in one morning and some cats take it hard. The routines, toys, and goodbyes that make the school year easier on your cat.
Litter box avoidance: when it’s medical, when it’s the box, and the order to check
A cat peeing outside the box is telling you something physical, mechanical, or social. Here is the order to check it in, starting with the vet.
Recognizing the early signs of feline dental disease at home
Most cats with dental disease keep eating normally. Here are the early signs you can spot at home, plus a ten-second weekly gumline check.
Are Siamese cats really hypoallergenic? What the research actually shows
Short coat, fewer allergies? Not quite. Here's what the Fel d 1 research actually shows, and what genuinely varies from one cat to the next.
Why your cat brings you toys at 3am (and what they’re actually saying)
That 3am felt mouse on your pillow isn't a gift or an insult. Here's what the delivery actually means, and how to move it to a saner hour.
Outdoor cat safety: the five threats people forget about until it’s too late
Cars, dogs and predators get all the attention. These five outdoor cat hazards are the ones that catch most owners off guard, and what to do about each.
Why your cat sheds in clumps every spring (and the brushing routine that actually works)
Spring shedding hits like clockwork. Here's what's actually happening to your cat's coat, when to worry, and the brushing routine that prevents matted fur.
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