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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. tabby kitten and man scooping litter box

    What Is the Best Litter for Kittens?

    Our vet-reviewed guide explores safe kitten litter options and recommended brands to ensure your cat’s well-being...
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  2. cat pooping in a garden

    Composting Cat Poop: Do or Don’t? Cat Litter Disposal Tips

    Most of us know that animal manure can act as a great fertilizer for crops. This is mainly due to its nitrogen content...
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  3. white kitten in spring grass

    6 Ways To Help Shelters During Kitten Season

    Kitten season is filled with fluff and love, but shelters need your help to handle it all.
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  4. family introducing cat to new home

    Moving With Cats: How To Keep Everyone Comfortable & Stress-Free

    What to expect when you're moving with cats, plus tips on how to introduce cats to a new home.
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  5. cat with third eyelid showing

    Why Do Cats Have a Third Eyelid?

    The third eyelid functions as a shield for a cat's cornea. If your cat’s third eyelid stays present, visit the vet...
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  6. Litter-Robot 3 Connect and Litter-Robot 4 with cat inside

    Litter-Robot Cleaning Tips To Keep It Smelling Like New

    Keep your Litter-Robot working and prevent kitty litter smells by emptying the waste drawer when indicated, adding...
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  7. woman wiping down automatic litter box with cleaner

    How To Clean an Automatic Litter Box

    When cleaning your automatic litter box, balance basic upkeep with a deeper clean every once in a while.
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  8. American Shorthair cat licking plastic

    Why Do Cats Lick Plastic?

    And is licking plastic unsafe? Find out why sensory overload, boredom, or a compulsive disorder could contribute...
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  9. Why Do Cats Try To Bury Their Food?

    Why Do Cats Try To Bury Their Food?

    At some point you’ve probably observed your cat eating a meal, only to stop and “reject” her food using her paws...
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  10. Respect Your Elders: Living with a Senior Cat

    Respect Your Elders: Living with a Senior Cat

    It’s a murky line on when exactly a cat should be considered senior. You may have heard your vet use the designation...
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  11. 5 Reasons Why Cats Are the Best Pets for Kids

    5 Reasons Why Cats Are the Best Pets for Kids

    It’s National Kids and Pets Day, and we’re here to take a stance: Cats are the best pets for kids! Our feline friends...
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  12. person shopping on laptop with tabby cat lying nearby

    Things to Buy for a New House – Checklist

    The ultimate checklist of things to buy for a new house, from essentials to smart upgrades like self-cleaning litter...
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  13. litter robot 5 in a nicely decorated home

    The Art of Subtle Cat Decor - How to Make Cat Furniture Blend In

    There is a clear crossover between cat lovers and home improvement aficionados. And yet, few talk about the pitfalls...
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