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  1. How to Help your Neighborhood's Feral Cats

    How to Help your Neighborhood's Feral Cats

    Caring for feral cat colonies takes a village. Here are some tips for keeping your neighborhood feral cats safe...
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  2. National Animal Safety and Prevention Month

    National Animal Safety and Prevention Month

    October is National Animal Safety and Prevention Month, a time to brush up on best practices to keep your pet healthy...
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  3. National Cat Day: The Purrfect Chance to Celebrate Your Cat

    National Cat Day: The Purrfect Chance to Celebrate Your Cat

    National Cat Day, celebrated across the US on October 29th, is almost here. Founded in 2005 by Colleen Paige, it...
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  4. Pet Fire Safety

    Pet Fire Safety

    It is just as important to keep your pet safe during a fire as it is to keep your home safe so your pet doesn’t accidentally...
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  5. Do cats sweat?

    Do cats sweat?

    The short answer is, yes, cats sweat, but not quite like we humans do. Overheating can be a serious issue, so it’s...
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  6. Is My Cat Fat?

    Is My Cat Fat?

    Feline obesity is a real problem. Even though it might seem like an easy one to identify, some cat owners are still...
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  7. Cat Pregnancy: What To Expect When Your Cat Is Expecting

    Cat Pregnancy: What To Expect When Your Cat Is Expecting

    You may be feeling slightly overwhelmed at the prospect of your cat’s pregnancy, but you can rest assured that you...
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Cat health: Everything you need to know

We all have questions about our cat’s health from time to time, and you may want to confirm your cat’s symptoms before seeking veterinary attention. Cat health articles on the Litter-Robot blog are not meant to replace medical advice from a licensed veterinarian (although some of our articles are written by vets!), but we do offer thoroughly researched topics for your education. 

How do you know if you have a healthy cat? There are a lot of facets to this question, and ultimately it can only be answered by a veterinary professional. However, you may wish to learn more about what makes a cat healthy. For example, what is a healthy cat weight? Do you know what to look for when it comes to healthy cat poop, cat teeth, cat ears, cat eyes, and more?

How often should you take a cat to the vet? Learn more about cat health when it comes to different life stages—such as fostering kittens, avoiding obesity in adult cats, and helping senior cats sleep better. Get answers to common pet parent frustrations, like why your cat is pooping or peeing outside the litter box.

What about seemingly innocuous questions that can have life-threatening consequences? For example, can cats eat garlic or onions? No, they can’t! Are there houseplants safe for cats? Yes, there are. (But be sure to avoid lilies.) 

Can cats eat dog food? Can they be vegan? If you’ve ever wondered something random about cat health—like whether cats hiccup or dream, why they try to bury their food, or why they open their mouths after smelling something—chances are we’ve got you covered!

Note: Cat health articles are meant for informational purposes only; if your cat or pet is experiencing a medical problem, please contact a licensed veterinary professional.