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Read our expertly researched guide to discover why cats spray and how cat owners can get them to stop stress-free.

If you have a cat, you may have noticed that cats don’t meow at each other. Instead, they meow at you. This is the reason ...

Beau likes to help his person prepare breakfast and dinner and loves all his toys, especially ones that roll. Sam hasn’t ...

Experts recommend stocking up on protein-rich foods, carrying a winter car survival kit, and preparing your home prior for a ...

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has revised the Health Office Order issued on Jan. 10 probhiting the use ...

"Outdoor experiences provide stimulation that helps reduce boredom and stress in indoor cats," a cat expert said.

Bird flu has been making the rounds in the United States over the last year and appears to be resurging again. Here’s what ...

A few cats have died from bird flu after eating raw food. And some raw pet food products have been recalled. Here's what to know about the risks to your fur babies, and how to keep them safe.

Cats and birds aren't exactly similar but they're both proving to be susceptible to avian influenza A (H5N1) -- bird flu in other words. Since the bird flu ...

The Cape Ann Museum invites community members to “celebrate the fish city’s recognizably salty character with local cultural ...

While cats that spend time outside are more likely to encounter parasites, even indoor-only cats can become infected. Three ...