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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. A cat's paws kneading a blanket

    Why Do Cats Knead?

    All pet parents know that cats have a lot of strange behaviors. For some, cat kneading takes the cake—or makes the...
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  2. Cat Pose: Why Are Cats So Flexible?

    Cat Pose: Why Are Cats So Flexible?

    If you’re a practitioner of yoga (maybe even cat yoga!), you’re likely familiar with Cat Pose, also known as Marjariasana...
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  3. orange tabby Maine Coon with paw raised

    Maine Coon Lifespan: How Long Do Maine Coons Live?

    Find out what the average life expectancy is for the large Maine Coon cat and potential health concerns for the breed...
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  4. woman holding a lion cub

    Honoring 20 Animal Rights Activists on International Women’s Day

    This International Women's Day, we’re honoring 20 women of the past and present whose work as passionate animal rights...
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  5. Cat Sprayed By A Skunk? Do This

    Cat Sprayed By A Skunk? Do This

    Was your cat sprayed by a skunk? If your cat goes outside, particularly at dawn or dusk, the much-dreaded skunk attack...
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  6. woman playing with kitten on bed

    Do You Feel Cute Aggression Towards Kittens? (It’s OK!)

    Cute aggression. This seemingly contrary term has gained attention in the last few years with the rise of social...
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  7. 15 Famous Cats From World History

    15 Famous Cats From World History

    Which animal has survived spaceflight, evaded major shipwrecks, inspired Nikola Tesla, served as station master in...
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  8. brown tabby cat lying next to lit candle

    Are Candles Safe for Cats? How to Keep Your Pets Safe

    Are candles bad for cats and dogs? Find out why you should avoid burning candles, paraffin wax, and more when you...
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  9. abyssinian cat in cat tree

    Worms in Cats: Tapeworms, Roundworms, & Hookworms

    Dr. Justine Lee discusses the symptoms and treatment of worms in cats, including tapeworms in cats, roundworms in...
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  10. Forget St. Catrick’s Day: Meet The Cat Sìth

    Forget St. Catrick’s Day: Meet The Cat Sìth

    Whether you’re cheering on leprechauns or green-eyed cats this St. Patrick’s Day, there’s another Celtic creature...
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  11. Exotic Shorthair cat sitting on table

    How to Talk to Your Cats about Tide Pods and Other Dangerous Temptations

    How do you talk to your cats about Tide Pods? Avoid a trip to the emergency vet by considering the enticing pitfalls...
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  12. 15 Movies To Watch With Your Cat Right Meow

    15 Movies To Watch With Your Cat Right Meow

    On those nights when nothing sounds better than curling up on the couch with your cat and watching a flick, you may...
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  13. Dear Cat Diary: One Week With the Litter-Robot

    Dear Cat Diary: One Week With the Litter-Robot

    Dear Cat Diary: Today I feel… Fed Up The biggest box I have ever laid eyes on has arrived. My human lugged it into...
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