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Many people refer to their cats as tabbies without really knowing what the term means. Rather than referring to a specific breed, the word “tabby” is a reference to a certain coat pattern commonly seen in both domestic and wild cats. Tabbies often have stripes, swirls, or spots of color on their coats determined by their breed and individual genetics....
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Wow, the Lykoi cat. What is it? Where did it come from? Why does it look that way? These are questions that have been asked over and over since the Lykoi started as a breed. I hope to answer these questions and many more in the following story. History The Lykoi started their journey to becoming a breed in 2011....
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Do you spoil your cat with endless toys and beds only to discover that the box the item arrived in is more valuable than the gift itself? If so, you’re not alone! Almost all cat owners are familiar with the catchphrase, "If it fits, I sits." Cats have an extraordinary fascination for resting or sleeping in unexpected places and squeezing...
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If your feline family member is a bit of a hunter, you might spot them chasing mice or birds in the garden occasionally. If they’re successful, you might even notice them eating whatever they’ve caught. So, if cats can eat raw rodents, can cats also eat raw chicken? Well, of course, the answer is yes; cats can eat raw chicken....
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Pain is defined as “a highly unpleasant physical sensation caused by illness or injury”. Cats feel pain in just the same way as we humans feel pain, and cat carers rightly want to do all that they can to protect their pets from this unpleasant sensation. Quality of life is important for cats, and that means ensuring that they remain...
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Everyone seems to be talking about ‘grain-free’ these days. Whether it’s in relation to our own health or that of our beloved companion animals, everyone who is anyone has an opinion. So, what is the truth about grain-free diets for cats? Is grain really bad for cats? What about carbohydrates and gluten? Let’s not forget that cats are the quintessential...
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The old precept that cats and dogs don’t get along is so strong that the image of squabbling pets is found in everything from cartoons to everyday idioms. You might catch yourself saying the phrase, “They fight like cats and dogs,” when describing the behavior of rival siblings or politicians debating on TV. The truth is, however, that it is...
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Cerenia is the brand name for a drug called maropitant, or to use its full name, maropitant citrate. Maropitant is a neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonist which was developed by Zoetis (formerly Pfizer) specifically for the treatment of motion sickness and vomiting in dogs. It was approved by the FDA in the United States in 2007 for use in dogs, then...
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Cats are acknowledged for having reputable characters, which can vary from playful and devoted to unfriendly and independent. There are many varieties of cat breeds and lots of different colors. One coloring is the tortoiseshell, and felines with this kind of fur are recognized as Tortoiseshell cats. What Is a Tortoiseshell Cat? The term "Tortoiseshell" was derived from the mishmash...
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Getting a good night’s rest with a cat in the house is sometimes easier said than done. Between midnight zoomies and pre-breakfast sprints down the hallway, sleeping through your cat’s nocturnal shenanigans takes a certain amount of fortitude…and exhaustion. Besides the obvious racket that comes from your cat’s wakeful wanderings, your sleep schedule also contends with a variety of your...
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