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Educational articles on keeping cats safe at home and outdoors, avoiding common hazards, and creating secure environments.
Quick Answer: Why Are Free Kittens Risky? Free kittens may seem harmless, but they are often separated from their mother too early, have not received veterinary care, and are given to adopters without any screening. Without vaccinations, parasite treatment, or…
Quick Answer: What Is a Day of TNR? A day of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) is when volunteers work together to humanely trap community cats so they can receive spay or neuter surgery, vaccinations, and basic medical care. After recovery, the cats…
If your cat is scratching more than usual this season, you’re not imagining it. Across Washington State, fleas are surging — and the reason might surprise you. This year’s mild winter didn’t kill them off. It helped them thrive. But…
If you’ve seen social media posts claiming “declawing is now illegal everywhere” or asking whether trimming cat nails is still allowed — you’re not alone. Confusion around changing declawing laws has sparked widespread debate online. Let’s clear it up: Normal…
Bringing home a new kitten is exciting — until your resident cat hisses, hides, or acts offended by the tiny newcomer. If this happens, don’t panic. This is normal feline behavior. Cats are territorial by nature. A sudden new kitten…
Quick Question: How do you safely treat fleas on cats? The safest way to treat fleas on cats is to use veterinarian-approved flea preventatives such as Revolution, Advantage, or similar medications specifically designed for cats. These treatments kill adult fleas…
Many people believe cats need outdoor time to be happy. But in reality, letting your cat roam outside is one of the biggest risks to their safety. In Snohomish County and throughout the Pacific Northwest, outdoor cats face serious dangers…
The Holiday Hazard Most Cat Parents Don’t Expect Christmas trees bring so much joy into our homes—sparkling lights, cozy décor, and that magical holiday feeling. But for cat owners, they can also bring unexpected risks. One of the most overlooked…