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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. orange and white Exotic Shorthair cat lying upside down

    Exotic Shorthair Personality: How Do Exotic Shorthairs Act?

    The Exotic Shorthair is a mellow yet playful cat that loves spending time with their family. Learn why these cuties...
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  2. Where To Put a Litter Box: Top 10 Cat Litter Box Placement Ideas

    Where To Put a Litter Box: Top 10 Cat Litter Box Placement Ideas

    While having a litter box is essential for a feline family, its aesthetics leave much to be desired. And don't even...
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  3. woman watching Christmas movies with cat

    The Best Christmas Movies with Cats

    It's time to curl up on the couch with your blanket, your kitty, and one of these best Christmas movies with cats...
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  4. Scottish fold cat with diy cat urine cleaner

    Best Cat Urine Cleaner + Homemade Solutions

    Learn about the best enzyme cleaners for cat urine, ingredients to avoid, and pet-safe homemade solutions.
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  5. scared cat hiding under bed

    Why Is My Cat Scared of Everything?

    Find out why your cat may be scared and how you can create a more comfortable home for your skittish cat.
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  6. Is a Weighted Blanket Safe for Cats?

    Is a Weighted Blanket Safe for Cats?

    These days, weighted blankets are as ubiquitous as herbal teas and blue light blockers—all in the name helping us...
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  7. Do Cats Grieve?

    Do Cats Grieve?

    A lot of people write off cats as aloof and indifferent. Yet research and anecdotes alike confirm that cats develop...
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  8. Do Cats Like Music? Spoiler: Not Yours

    Do Cats Like Music? Spoiler: Not Yours

    Have you ever cranked up “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” in the presence of your cat and expected a reaction out of him...
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  9. Let’s Talk Pawlitics: Animals Elected To Office

    Let’s Talk Pawlitics: Animals Elected To Office

    We hope you’re voting in this week’s historic U.S. election. During what will undoubtedly be an intense few days...
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  10. long-haired cat smelling leaves

    What Smells Do Cats Hate? 18 Smells That Cats Hate the Most

    What smells do cats hate, and why should you care? The answers may surprise you.
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  11. How To Foster Kittens and Cats

    How To Foster Kittens and Cats

    May is Foster Care Month, and kitten season is in full swing—which makes it the purrfect time to learn about how...
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  12. calico cat with green eyes

    Cat Genetics: Fever Coats, Taste Buds & More

    Get answers to some fascinating feline questions, such as: Can cats taste sweetness? And what is a fever coat? ...
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  13. Why Do Cats Groom Each Other?

    Why Do Cats Groom Each Other?

    Why do cats groom each other? The answers might surprise you: It’s not always about hygiene or even affection. Cats...
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