Author: Jessica Kim

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » When applying for jobs in the pet industry, it is common to hear the term “Fear Free” thrown around. Fear Free refers to a certification training program aimed at helping pet care professionals provide better care for their clients and customers. It provides education for understanding animals and methods to promote safe and comfortable environment for them. Although Fear Free certification is not always required for employment, many veterinary practices and other pet care establishments will have their employees complete Fear Free training. This…

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » Cats are capable of many things that leave us confused and scratching our heads. It’s often hard to know if something that seems strange to us is actually normal for cats. When it comes to eating cat poop, we can safely say that this is not normal behavior no matter how hard your cat tries to make it normal. Eating cat litter is often associated with an underlying health issue that requires medical attention. Here are some possible reasons why your cat may be…

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » As hard as it may seem, familiarizing yourself with a cat’s nasal discharge will help you take better care of them. The color of your cat’s booger can alert you to potential infections and illnesses. Sometimes, your cat may have black boogers. In most cases, their nasal discharge will appear black or brown when it contains dried blood. Blood in the nasal passages often points to an underlying health issue that requires veterinary attention. So, it’s best to consult your vet if you notice…

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » Cats are curious animals, and they often have active periods at night. This can cause them to have accidents or injuries, and it can be difficult to contact your vet because their clinic is closed at night. Fortunately, there are several options you can choose from if your cat gets sick or injured in the middle of the night. It’s best to be prepared for accidents and injuries, so be sure to read our tips and ideas to make sure you have a plan…

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » Although cats have lived with humans for millennia, they still do many things that leave us bewildered or confused. One behavior that may shock or surprise new cat owners is a cat’s tendency to show their bottom when they start to feel comfortable in their surroundings. While this behavior may seem strange to us, it is quite normal in cats. We can only guess why they do this based on what we already know about cat behavior. Here are six possible reasons why your…

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » Cats often engage in behaviors that leave us bewildered or confused. Although we may find them strange, many of these behaviors are normal for cats. New cat owners may be surprised at how much their cats will rub their faces against corners, objects, and even people. However, this action is common cat behavior, and you usually don’t need to be alarmed by it. While it’s not entirely certain why cats rub their cheeks at the corners, behaviorists and cat experts share some common guesses.…

Cats are absolutely adorable, and there’s even scientific proof that kittens are biologically designed to be cute and get our attention.1 There’s no denying that people think cats are cute, but what do cats think about people? Although more research needs to be done on the relationship between humans and cats, the research we have suggests that cats are unlikely to view humans as cute. Based on observations, cats tend to view humans as bigger cats. Of course, this doesn’t mean that cats can’t feel love for their human companions. We will discuss cats’ perceptions of humans and how this…

Anyone who has spent time with cats knows how much happiness and laughter they can bring. Sharing cat videos online can help you spread the joy of cats, and TikTok might be the perfect social media platform for you to use. With over 1 billion active users, starting a cat TikTok account can help your cat become the next biggest cat-fluencer. It takes some luck, but there are some practical things you can do to build and boost your cat’s TikTok account. Here are some ways you can help your cat go viral and become a social media sensation. Preparation…

While cat memes are no stranger to the internet, Smurf Cat has left many confused and scratching their heads as to how it became so viral. Like many memes, pictures of Smurf Cat seem to start popping up on people’s social media accounts overnight with no context or trace of a reason for its sudden popularity. While the exact reason why the Smurf Cat meme went viral remains a mystery, we do know where the meme image came from. The original image is concept art created by a talented artist named Nate Hallinan. He didn’t intend for his artwork to…

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » If your cat seems to be sleeping a lot, it’s probably because it’s real. Cats are nothing more than having a few cat naps throughout their day. The average number of hours a cat sleeps a day will vary depending on several different factors, including their age and breed. However, healthy adult cats can sleep anywhere in between 12 to 16 hours a day.1 Cats have different sleeping habits than people, and it can take some time for new cat owners to get used…