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Study Says: Cats Are Right & Left “Handed”
July 10th, 2018 by Wendy Rose GouldIt’s not like your kitty cat is about to take up journaling or is going to start writing you love letters (wouldn’t that be the best, though?), but many felines do have a “dominant” hand the same way that humans do. Consider it their preferred paw for cleaning themselves, eating, batting around feathery toys, or… Read More
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Study Says: Cats Are Right & Left “Handed”
07/10/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldIt’s not like your kitty cat is about to take up journaling or is going to start writing you love letters (wouldn’t that be the best, though?), but many felines do have a “dominant” hand the same way that humans do. Consider it their preferred paw for cleaning themselves, eating, batting around feathery toys, or… Read More
July 10th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
5 Rules to Prevent Heatstroke in Pets
07/09/2018 by Colleen WilliamsWhile May has National Heat Awareness Day, it’s important to take extra precaution all summer long when it comes to the heat. Here are our rules for a safe and happy heatstroke-free season with our pets: RULE 1: Never, ever leave your pet in your car unattended. Not even for one minute. K9 Rescue says that… Read More
July 9th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Keeping Pets Calm on Independence Day
07/02/2018 by Colleen WilliamsWhile Independence Day is a time of great celebration for Americans, our cats and dogs might not be as happy about it; a table full of foods they can’t eat is a bummer, and big loud noises in the sky (and pops in the driveway) can be downright terrifying for our furry friends. While we… Read More
July 2nd, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
The Importance of Adopting Harder to Place Animals
06/26/2018 by Colleen WilliamsIf you’re a pet parent or even a prospective pet parent, you probably love animals and want to see them all find warm, safe homes. The thought of pets who are neglected, hungry, and frightened in a little cage is a huge emotional driver for people to adopt; however, many animals surrendered to shelters or… Read More
June 26th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Prevent Pet Suffocation
06/25/2018 by Colleen WilliamsA few years ago, Preventive Vet started a campaign to address pet suffocation via plastic bags because it lacked awareness among pet parents until it was simply too late. They developed the infographic below to urge pet parents to serve snacks in bowls, cut the bottom and sides of bags before tossing, and share the… Read More
June 25th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Why You Should Play with Your Cat More!
06/19/2018 by Colleen WilliamsFor most cat parents, providing their cat with a long, happy, and healthy life is a top priority. To achieve this goal, it’s absolutely crucial that they keep these kitties mentally and physically stimulated as often as possible. While keeping tabs on a cat’s day-to-day activities may sound rather meticulous at first (after all, it’s… Read More
June 19th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Cat Facts: Persian
06/15/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldWith its smooshy face and big eyes, some argue that the Persian is one of the most visually striking and downright adorable cat breeds. Due to their appearance and sweet, docile nature, this fancy cat is a popular choice for commercials and kitty food packaging, so we wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve seen them around!… Read More
June 15th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Is Neosporin Safe for Pets?
06/14/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldYes, it is OK to use Neosporin on your dog with veterinarian approval, but we do not recommend using it on cats. After receiving some veterinarian feedback, we have restricted our recommendation to dogs only, as there have been reports of cats having life-threatening anaphylactic reactions to the antibiotic ingredients in Neosporin (most specifically in ophthalmic preparations… Read More
June 14th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Here’s Why Cats Love Sleeping on Top of You
06/06/2018 by Cuteness TeamIf you’re lucky enough to have a cuddly cat, you’re probably familiar with that feeling of waking up to a warm, furry lump on your back or stomach. (Life could be worse.) So, why is it that so many cats like to lay on their humans’ laps or chests and purr themselves to sleep? Let’s… Read More
June 6th, 2018 by Cuteness Team
