Cat Education Center: Cat Health
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Hairball Control Cat Food: Everything You Need to Know
Hairballs are an all too common feature of cat parenthood. While the occasional hairball is a natural consequence of a cat's grooming, excessive hairballs can be uncomfortable and an inability to pass hair through the digestive system could lead to dangerous blockages. Fortunately, there are cat foods (and other products) specifically designed to help control hairballs and facilitate their passing. In this article, we'll explore what causes hairballs in cats, how hairball control cat food wor...
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How Long Cat Wet Cat Food Sit Out?
Cats can be picky eaters, and we cat parents know that sometimes their food can sit untouched for a while. This is no problem with dry food, but wet food should certainly not be sitting out all day at room temperature. So how long exactly can wet food sit out? That’s exactly what we’ll answer in this article, as well as provide some extra tips around feeding and possible explanations for why your cat doesn’t scarf down their wet food immediately. Here at tuft + paw, we are cat experts. We're...
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Genius Litter Review: Color-Changing Crystal Cat Litter
Genius Litter is a key player in the new generation of health-monitoring crystal cat litters, but is it worth the price? In this article, we’ll give you our complete, unbiased review of Genius Litter, explore its benefits and drawbacks, and help you determine whether it’s a good fit for you and your cat. Here at tuft + paw, we are cat experts. Over the last couple years, we've spent countless hours determining which litter features are most important to cats and cat parents alike. Our criteri...
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6 Best Cat Foods for Sensitive Stomachs
Cats can have sensitive stomachs just like humans, which can impact their quality of life and cause all sorts of problems in your home. Finding the right food for a cat with a sensitive stomach is a crucial part of treating their digestive issues and improving their well-being. In this comprehensive guide, we'll go over what makes a given cat food appropriate for sensitive stomachs, provide practical tips for helping your cat, and give you our picks for the best cat foods for sensitive stomac...
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When to Switch From Kitten to Cat Food
As kittens grow, so do their dietary needs. Understanding when and how to transition from kitten to cat food is vital for ensuring their health and well-being. In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about when and how to switch your kitten to adult cat food. Here at tuft + paw, we are cat experts. We're intimately familiar with the cat food features that are most important to cats and cat parents alike. This article is based on consultation with a feline nutritionist, vete...
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Can Kittens Eat Adult Cat Food?
Welcoming a kitten into your home is a joyous occasion, but along with the fuzzy cuddles and playful antics comes the responsibility of providing the right nutrition. One common question for new cat parents is, "can my kitten eat adult cat food?" In this article, we’ll answer this question and dive deeper into the topic of kitten nutrition. Here at tuft + paw, we are cat experts. We're intimately familiar with the cat food features that are most important to cats and cat parents alike. This a...
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12 Plants That Are Potentially Poisonous for Your Cat
When it comes to our fur babies (or any fur babies for that matter), we go that extra mile to keep them safe and happy. Cats are notoriously mischievous and prone to chew on things, so it is important to familiarize yourself with things that could be hazardous to your cat’s health. There is no doubt both plants and pets are very aesthetically pleasing. Indoor plants are amazing, I hear you! They brighten up your living space, help purify indoor air, and have been proven to reduce anxiety and ...