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August Cool Cat of the Month: Meet Dixie!

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What Are the Most Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds?

For those struggling with cat allergies, owning their own cat can seem like a distant dream. But, there are some breeds of cats that are less likely to cause an allergic reaction. These cats are known as hypoallergenic breeds, and they’re perfect for those cat families, who want to love a cat but don’t want the sniffles, rash, and skin irritations that come with owning one.

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Cat Allergies in Humans: Symptoms and Treatment

There are many things to love about cats: their unique personalities, cute antics, and cuddly naps. But cat allergies are not on the list. Many cat owners and cat lovers struggle with allergies and are looking for ways to treat their allergies so they can continue loving their feline friends.

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Why Do Cats Knead?

One of the primary ways cats communicate with each other is through scent and they have scent glands throughout their body, including on their paws. Kneading is a way for cats, who are naturally territorial, to mark their territory using the scent glands in their paws. This could apply to their favorite napping spot,litter box, blanket, or even you!

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Why Do Cats Purr?

Picture this: you’re sitting at your computer reading a PrettyLitter blog about why your cat likes to lick herself when all of a sudden you hear something. A soft, low-pitched but unmistakable purring sound coming from your cat, [insert your cat’s name here].

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How to Help Reduce Cat Allergies

Sometimes in life, we come across pairs that seem a little unusual: pineapple on pizza, Danny Devito and ArnoldSchwarzenegger playing twins, Cardi B and Nicki Minaj collaborating onMotorsport, and cats with owners that are allergic to them.

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July Cool Cat of the Month: Meet Mister!

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Why Do Cats Lick Themselves?

Did you know that cats can spendup to 50% of their waking hours grooming themselves? But is all this time spent licking themselves all to be squeaky clean?

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Why Is My Cat Licking Me?

Your cat’s tongue is one of her most valuable tools. She uses it for around-the-clock, daily grooming. Her tongue is covered in teeny, tiny barbs (akapapillae) that she uses not only to keep her fur clean but also keep her bowl spotless.

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The Most Common Litter Box Problems (And How to Avoid Them)

Having a kitty means having a litter box, and when your cat is having litter box problems, it can be frustrating. Litter box problems are one of the most common reasons why cats are re-homed or surrendered to shelters.