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About

Lori Gardner has been a staff author and editor at Whisker for 6+ years, and a cat mom for most of her life. She spends her days writing while two cats (and one toddler) vie for her lap.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Professional Writing
  • Michigan State University

Experience

Lori has 14+ years of professional experience in marketing, strategy, writing, and editing in metro Detroit. She's been an animal lover since she could toddle and a pet parent since she could scoop a litter box. (Those days are done, thanks to Litter-Robot.) She has also fostered several sets of kittens; her youngest cat is a foster fail.

Articles

  1. Siberian cat walking couch with plant in background

    Hypoallergenic Cats: Facts, Details, and Breed Guide

    No cat is 100% hypoallergenic. These 8 cat breeds produce less Fel d 1 or have minimal shedding, making them ideal...
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  2. girl and cat looking out a window together

    How Old is My Kitten/Cat in Human Years? Cat Years To Human Years Calculator

    Find your cat's age in human years with an easy formula at Litter-Robot. Learn how to convert cat years to human...
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  3. tabby cat using Litter-Robot 4 self-cleaning litter box

    Cat Litter Box History: From Sandbox to Self-Cleaning Litter Box

    Learn about the history of the cat litter box, from the great outdoors to today's self-cleaning solutions.
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  4. calico cat open mouth flehmen response

    What Is the Flehmen Response in Cats?

    Why do cats open their mouths when they smell something? This is called the flehmen response in cats.
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  5. long-haired cat using self-cleaning litter box

    Cat Peeing a Lot? Here's Why

    Is your cat making frequent trips to the litter box? If your cat keeps going to the litter box but nothing happens...
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  6. Maine Coon cat unhappy in litter box

    Crystals in Cat Urine: Signs, Causes, & Treatment

    Crystals in cat urine are small minerals that may cause pain and lead to urinary blockage. Learn the signs, causes...
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  7. woman cleaning Litter-Robot automatic litter box

    Is Litter-Robot Easy to Clean?

    What makes Litter-Robot maintenance so straightforward, and what sets it apart from other automatic litter boxes...
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  8. cat watching cat litter being poured into litter box

    How Often Should You Clean a Litter Box?

    How often to change cat litter depends on how many cats you have, the type of litter you use, and more.
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  9. tabby cat with American flag sunglasses

    12 American Cat Breeds

    Many of our most beloved cat breeds got their start in the USA. Learn about the American Shorthair, Maine Coon, and...
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  10. Somali cat inside cat side table

    Best Cat Furniture Options

    Cat furniture can be luxurious and modern. If you want the best for your cat, take a look at Litter-Robot’s five...
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  11. British Shorthair cat lying on table

    British Shorthair Personality: Characteristics and Temperament

    The British Shorthair is amicable and affectionate once they’ve opened up to you. Learn more about these easygoing...
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  12. white lilac point Ragdoll cat with blue eyes loafing outside

    Ragdoll Cat Breed Profile

    The Ragdoll cat is an affectionate, laid-back, large feline introduced in the 1960s. Learn more about this unique...
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  13. cat paws in litter box

    Why Do Cats Use Litter Boxes?

    To avoid being attacked by predators, ancestral cats had to cover up their tracks. Using a litter box is instinctual...
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