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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. Brown tabby cat with green eyes

    Tabby Cats: Facts, Details, and Breed Guide

    Learn some of the interesting facts and folklore surrounding the tabby cat. Where would we be without our spotted...
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  2. brown tabby cat

    How to Tell How Old a Cat Is (and Understand Cat Years)

    Get tips on how to determine your cat's age and learn about a cat’s life stages to provide the best care for them...
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  3. orange tabby cat sniffing newborn baby

    How to Introduce Your Cat to a Newborn Baby

    Learn how to prepare your cat before your baby arrives, plus how to introduce cats and newborns.
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  4. couple petting cat in front of laptop

    What to Put on Your Wedding Registry: The Ultimate Guide

    Discover essential and unique wedding registry ideas! Learn how to make a wedding registry, especially if you already...
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  5. cat and dog looking at fireworks out the window

    Why Cats and Dogs Are Afraid of Fireworks—and How to Help

    Find out why our pets are afraid of fireworks and other loud noises, plus tips to help them stay calm.
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  6. Active vs. Passive Animal Cruelty: Know the Difference

    Active vs. Passive Animal Cruelty: Know the Difference

    April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. We’re inevitably reminded of this heartbreaking topic time and again....
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  7. why does cat pee smell so bad

    Why Does Cat Pee Smell So Bad?

    Why does cat pee smell so bad and how do you get rid of the cat pee smell? Learn all you need to know about cat urine...
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  8. grey cat overgrooming on couch

    Cat Overgrooming: Why Is Your Cat Grooming So Much?

    Is your cat overgrooming? From stress to medical concerns, find out what causes overgrooming and how to help your...
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  9. Bengal cat with Litter-Robot 3 ramp littertrap mat accessory

    Helpful Accessories for Your Litter-Robot 3

    Litter-Robot already makes it easier to care for your cat, and the experience can be even better with a few accessories...
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  10. Litter-Robot by Whisker sign at Detroit Tigers stadium

    Litter-Robot: “Official Litter Box” of Detroit Sports!

    Whisker is thrilled to announce that we are an official partner of the Detroit Tigers, Lions, and Red Wings.
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  11. Maine Coon cat uses Litter-Robot 4

    Litter-Robot® 4 Named in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024

    TIME praises Litter-Robot 4 as “advanced cat cleanup,” highlighting its automated technology, odor control, and easy...
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  12. Norwegian Forest cat spraying outside

    Why Do Cats Spray?

    Learn what cat spraying vs peeing is, why cats spray, and how to get a cat to stop spraying.
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  13. woman holding tabby cat

    How to Hold a Cat the Right Way

    Whether you're new to cat parenting or just want to feel more confident handling your feline friend, learning how...
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