Cat Care: What's New?
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Feature article behaviour and appearance
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How to Talk to Cats (and Are They Really Listening?)
Learn tips for talking & communicating with your cat, including suggested gestures like blinking, as well as how to tell if they are actually listening.
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Why Your Cat Likes to Hide in Small Dark Spaces
Discover why cats love to hide in small, dark, remote places in your house like shoe boxes, under the bed, and in the back of the closet.
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Kitten Teething: Age Timeline, Signs & How You Can Help
Learn the common age timeline of a teething kitten, signs that they are entering the teething phase and how you can help alleviate their discomfort.
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Why Do Cats Lick Their Paws? Can it Become Excessive?
Learn common reasons why cats lick their paws, as well as signs when it might be excessive (such as hair loss) & what to do if it seems like a problem.
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Why is My Kitten Crying? (& How to Help Them Stop)
Learn why kittens often cry as newborns, what age it should subside, and how you can help soothe and get them to stop through their first year.
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Types of Cat Litter & How to Choose the Right One
Sift through our guide to learn about the many different types of cat litter and how to choose the best one for your feline friend.
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Managing Clingy Cats: Do I Have a Velcro Kitty?
Learn reasons why some cats are excessively clingy, how you can help curtail this behavior, and considerations when potentially adopting a Velcro kitty.
Feature article breed
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Russian Blue Cat: Facts and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet
Discover the gentle and loving personality of the Russian blue cat. Learn its royal history and find out why it can be a great addition to your family.
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Siamese Cat Breed - Facts & Personality Traits | Hill's Pet
Learn about the Siamese cat including physical and personality traits, history, and living with one at home.
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Bombay Cat Breed - Facts & Personality Traits | Hill's Pet
Learn more about your Bombay cat and read about it's various physical characteristics and personality traits.
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Persian Cat Breed - Facts & Personality Traits | Hill's Pet
Better understand your Persian housecat by learning more about it's physical characteristics and personality traits.
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Balinese Cat Breed - Facts & Personality Traits | Hill's Pet
Learn about the Balinese cat breed including physical and personality traits, history, and living with one at home.
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Abyssinian Cat Breed - Information and Personality Traits | Hill's Pet
Among the most popular cat breeds, the Abyssinian is easy to care for, and a joy to have in your home. They’re affectionate cats and love both people and other animals.
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Manx Cat Breed - Facts & Personality Traits | Hill's Pet
Discover what it's like to live with an Manx cat by learning about its history, personality and physical characteristics.
Feature article health care
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Why Is My Cat Shaking and Shivering?
Why is my cat shaking? Learn more about what can cause your cat to shake and shiver and when you should pay a visit to your veterinarian.
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Lymphoma in Cats: What You Need to Know
Learn about lymphoma in cats, including causes, common types, symptoms, treatment options based on prognosis, and prevention tips.
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Understanding Why My Cat's Stomach Gurgles
If you're a cat parent, you may find yourself saying, "I wonder why my cat's stomach gurgles after they eat." Read on to learn what this gurgling may mean.
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Cat Life Stages: Providing the Best Care for Your Cat at Any Age
From the kitten stage to the geriatric cat stage, learn the six cat life stages and tips for providing the best care for your cat at any stage of her life.
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Important Information on Food Allergies & Intolerance in Your Cat
Learn about the warning signs, symptoms, and treatments of pet food allergies and food intolerance in cats and the affect on your cat's health and well-being.
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How to Identify & Remove a Tick From a Cat
Worried that your cat may have come in contact with ticks? Learn how to identify a tick bite and steps for safely removing a tick from your cat.
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Cat Ear Infections: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention
Learn about common causes, signs & symptoms, and treatment of a cat ear infection, as well as tips for how to prevent them from happening.
Feature article new pet parent
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Tips for Socialising Your Kitten with People & Other Pets
Socializing your kitten ensures she becomes a cat that relates well to people and is a friend and companion.
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Leaving a Cat Home Alone: How Long is Safe?
Concerned about leaving a cat home alone? Considering if she's a kitten or senior cat and her relationship with you can help you decide how long is safe.
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Charting Your Kitty's Development
Follow this timeline to learn the natural progression of your kitten's development, including when to expect her to start walking & needing vaccines.
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Tips for being a purrfect new cat parent
Whether you just adopted your new cat from a local shelter, a breeder or a store, there's nothing better than bringing them home.
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Six Ways to Socialise Your New Cat
Socialising a cat into a new home takes patience and love. Discover these cat socialisation tips to help an adopted cat adjust to her family.
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Adopting an Adult Cat | Hill's Pet
Understand how adopting an adult cat from a shelter is different than adopting a cat, and what to expect when you bring her home for the first time.
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The pick of the litter | Hill's Pet
Bringing how a kitten is a long-term commitment. Learn how to make the right choice when picking one out of a litter.
Feature article nutrition and feeding
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Healthy Homemade Cat Treat Recipes
Learn how to make homemade cat treats that are healthy for your pet with this recipe from Hills Pet Nutrition.
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Healthy Homemade Cat Treat Recipes
Learn how to make homemade cat treats that are healthy for your pet with this recipe from Hills Pet Nutrition.
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Cats & Tuna: Is it Safe for Them?
While cats can have a strong attraction to tuna, learn details on whether tuna offers proper nutrition and is safe for them to eat.
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Can Cats Eat Cheese?
The slight crinkle of a cheese wrapper can send cats flying into the kitchen in search of the salty treat, but can cats eat cheese? Here's the scoop on whether cats and cheese are a good combination.
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3 Steps to Transitioning Your Cat to a New Pet Food
Switching cat foods can be challenging but it doesn’t have to be. Cats should gradually transition to a new cat food. Follow these tips to help ensure success.
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Meal Feeding vs. Free Feeding Cats: What's Best?
Learn about the 3 common ways you can feed your cat as well as the advantages and disadvantages for each.
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Is Chocolate Bad for Cats?
Chocolate is known to be poisonous for dogs, but it can also be toxic for cats. Learn why chocolate is bad for cats & what to do if she's eaten it.
Feature article play and exercise
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When Does a Cat's Play Aggression Cross the Line?
Learn tips for identifying overly aggressive behavior & play tendancies in cats, as well as how to handle aggressive behavior your cat may be displaying.
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Cat Food Puzzles: How They Benefit Your Cat
Cat food puzzles let your feline channel their hunter-gatherer side and can also help with weight management. Learn about different types & benefits.
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How to Put On a Cat Harness
Discover which harness style is best for your feline friend and learn how to put on a cat harness. Take your kitty for a stroll knowing they're secure.
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How to Make DIY Cat Shelves
As a pet parent, you already know that cats rule the household, so why not give them a high perch from which to survey their land? DIY cat shelves are an excellent way to customize your kitty's kingdom, and there are so many cat wall ideas that you can use to create their dream domain.
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5 New Fun Things to Do With Your Cat
Looking for way to enrich playtime for your kitty? Discover fun new cat activities, such as cat apps, that can keep your furry friend occupied for hours.
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Walking a Cat: Should You Take Your Kitty for a Stroll?
Wondering if your can take your cat for a walk? Learn how to decide if she's suitable for the outdoors and an effective method for taking her on a stroll.
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Playing with Your Cat on a Budget: 7 Totally Free Games
Check out these seven cheap and easy games to play with cats, often using items you already have around the house.
Feature article routine care
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How to Care for Cat Paw Pads
Learn why it's important to keep your cat's paw pads clean and healthy, including household items you can use to keep her paws moisturized.
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Types of Cat Litter & How to Choose the Right One
Sift through our guide to learn about the many different types of cat litter and how to choose the best one for your feline friend.
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How to Clean Cats Ears: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn helpful tips for cleaning your cat's ears, from the supplies you'll need to step-by-step instructions on how to clean them safely and easily.
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Essential Oils for Cats: Are They Safe?
Wondering if you can use essential oils for cats? Learn all about essential oils and if there are any that are actually safe for your cat.
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Keeping Your Cat Hydrated if She's Not Drinking Water
Learn why your cat is drinking less water than she used to, how much she should be drinking, and how to recognize and prevent her from getting dehydrated.
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Senior Cat Problems: What You Should Know About Aging Cats
Learn the signs of aging in cats and common senior cat health problems, as well as their special needs and how to care for aging & senior cats.
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Cat Travel Checklist for Going on Holiday with Your Cat
Going on vacation? Use this cat travel checklist to make sure you've got all her important supplies, such as food, toys & her vet info, for your trip.
Feature article tools and resources
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Do Cats Really Have Nine Lives?
Learn all about the ancient proverb of cats having nine lives, including its origins & where it came from, its meaning, and why the number nine was chosen.
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A Guide for Choosing the Best Cat Carrier
With so many options, finding the best cat carrier for your furry friend can feel overwhelming. Should it be soft-sided or hard-sided and top-loading or front-loading? And what's the best cat carrier for difficult cats?
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Tips for Creating Your Cat's Own Social Media Account | Hill's Pet
Are you that person who floods your connections' news feeds with photos of your cat on social media?
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Cat Life Hacks: Making Life Easier for You and Your Cat
Has your cat care routine gotten stale? Spice it up with these helpful cat life hacks, including tips to help manage cat hair, scratching & litter boxes.
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Fun DIY Beds for Your Cat
Learn how to create four different DIY cat beds that will provide your furry friend with a cozy space of her own & won't break your bank!
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Five tips to stop cats from scratching up the furniture | Hill's Pet
Learn how to build an easy, homemade DIY cat scratching post using items around your house! She'll get exercise and you won't get a ruined staircase.
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Common Cat Myths & Misconceptions: Get the Feline Facts - Hill's Pet
Learn about common cat myths and misconceptions. With all the misinformation available online about cats, it's time you got the true feline facts.
Feature article training
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How to Teach a Cat to Fetch | Hill's Pet
Can my cat play fetch? Yes, it's possible! Learn an effective training method for teaching your cat to fetch, including what verbal cues to use.
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Cat Jumping? How to Keep Her Paws on the Ground
Learn why cats like to jump and be up high, as well as how to provide her with alternative options for jumping off your countertops and furniture.
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Kitten Proofing Your Home with 10 Easy-to-Follow Tips
Discover how kitten proofing your home will make your new cat feel safe and happy, while making you feel like a confident new pet parent.
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Cat Training: How to Train Your Cat the Easy Way
When learning how to train your cat, you'll start with very basic first steps that both reward good behavior and discourage the bad.
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Toilet training your kitten | Hill's Pet
Use these easy-to-follow do's and don'ts while training your kitten to use the litter box with the best success.
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Techniques for Obedience Training Your Kitten
Learn how to train your kitten how to obey your commands without resorting to punishments with our obedience training tips.
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Are cats trainable? | Hill's Pet
With proper understanding and patience, cats can be trained. Learn how to properly train your new cat or kitten with these easy-to-follow tips.
