Cats & Kittens

A veterinarian-reviewed analysis of the top cat foods validated by clinical studies, AAFCO feeding trials, digestibility metrics, and long-term health outcomes in over 12,000 cats across 17 peer-reviewed studies.

A feline behaviorist compares budget-friendly and premium cat training approaches—analyzing real-world efficacy, time investment, safety, and long-term outcomes using data from peer-reviewed studies, product testing, and 12 years of clinical casework with over 3,400 cats.

A science-backed, behavior-informed guide to vetting, interviewing, and matching cat sitters—using feline stress physiology, verified credential standards, and real-world safety benchmarks from organizations like the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) and International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA).

Cats don’t speak our language—but they communicate constantly through behavior. When a cat stops eating, overgrooms, vocalizes excessively, or eliminates outside the litter box, these are not ‘bad habits’ but physiological or psychological signals. This article identifies 12 common behavioral signs, links each to underlying nutritional drivers, and provides evidence-backed food alternatives—complete with brand-specific formulations, nutrient concentrations, and feeding protocols validated by veterinary nutritionists at UC Davis and the WSAVA.

A field-tested, veterinarian-reviewed checklist of 27 concrete ideas—each with measurable criteria, brand-specific product recommendations, and behavioral rationale—to optimize your cat’s physical health, emotional security, cognitive stimulation, and home safety.

A data-driven, behaviorist-led analysis comparing Pets Best Litter (by Pets Best LLC) and Keep Clean Clumping Clay Litter (by Keep Clean Pet Products), evaluating clumping strength, dust levels, odor control, tracking, pH neutrality, and impact on feline elimination behavior across 12 controlled home trials.

A veterinarian-reviewed, behaviorist-led breakdown of the most frequently asked questions about cat litter boxes (PUBS: Preferred Urination and Bowel Sites), covering substrate preferences, placement science, medical red flags, brand-specific performance data, and evidence-based troubleshooting — all grounded in peer-reviewed feline ethology and clinical practice.

Discover evidence-based strategies for creating a loving, low-stress home for cats — from space planning and enrichment design to nutrition, litter hygiene, and behavioral communication. Includes real product specs, room measurements, and feline ethology insights.

A data-driven analysis of emerging cat-sitting trends in 2026—including AI-assisted monitoring, certified behavioral specialization, hybrid in-home/remote care models, and regulatory shifts across 12 U.S. states and the EU. Based on 2025 industry surveys, platform analytics, and veterinary behavioral research.

A feline behaviorist examines the daily friction between domestic cats’ evolutionary imperatives and human-centered environments — from litter box physics to vertical territory wars, with data-driven insights on stress markers, product efficacy, and species-specific needs.

A science-backed, veterinarian-reviewed summary of critical feline health updates, behavioral insights, nutrition facts, and product safety alerts—covering FDA recalls, new AAHA guidelines, litter toxicity studies, and real-world data from Banfield, IDEXX, and the Cornell Feline Health Center.

Practical, vet-approved storage strategies for cat owners—from litter management and food safety to toy organization and hazard-proofing. Includes real product specs, space-saving dimensions, brand comparisons, and feline behavior insights.

A feline behaviorist and certified cat care expert identifies the most frequent, science-backed errors cat owners make when walking their cats — from ill-fitting harnesses to rushed acclimation — with actionable fixes, brand-specific fit data, and behavioral red flags.

A realistic, step-by-step guide for new pet owners covering housing, nutrition, veterinary prep, behavior basics, and long-term commitment — grounded in feline science, real product data, and ASPCA/AAHA clinical standards.

Cats develop and age rapidly. Discover your beloved cat's normal lifespan and age in human years.

Skin cancer is potentially fatal but highly treatable with surgery. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention.

If your cat is scared of visitors, it may be hard to have friends come over. Try these tips to ease your cat's worries and get it used to strangers.

Vestibular disease impacts a cat's ability to balance itself. It can result from other infections. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention.

Feline calicivirus (FCV) is an infectious disease that often causes upper respiratory illness in cats. Learn about all about calicivirus in cats.

Experts say bonding with your cat involves consistently meeting their essential needs—providing food, fresh water, a clean litter box, elevated spaces, and scra

Wondering how to get a cat to like you? Respect their space, let them initiate contact, and learn how to read their body language. Here are five expert ways to

Cats can be pretty zany, and some of their behaviors can catch new cat owners off-guard. Allyson Jacobi, DVM explains the rationale behind three funny cat behav

We tested dozens of cat beds with real cats and ranked our favorites based on real feedback, expert advise, product materials, size, and design.

After hundreds of hours of testing pet products with our dogs and cats, we have lots of gift ideas for the cats and cat lovers in your life.