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Meghan Workman
- June 26, 2020
Can Cats Get COVID-19?
Here's the 411 on Coronavirus and cats: symptoms, kitty testing, prevention, handling infection, and cat to human transmittal.
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Meowtel
- June 24, 2020
June is Adopt A Cat Month
This is the busiest time of the year for animal shelters, due to this increase of kitten litters. To help, American Humane founded Adopt-a-Cat Month: this initiative aims to promote cat adoptions across the U.S. and to highlight the importance of cat spaying and neutering.
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Shelley Masini
- June 15, 2020
What I Learned From My Cat During Quarantine
In between setting up a makeshift home office, finding toilet paper, expanding my mask collection, and staying healthy, I've learned some valuable life lessons from my cat.
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Meowtel
- June 10, 2020
Keeping Your Cat Safe on the 4th of July
We love this summer holiday but unfortunately, it’s not always as enjoyable for our kitties. Here are the steps you can take to ensure your cat has a smooth Independence Day.
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Sonya Petcavich
- May 20, 2020
COVID-19 Guidance For Our Community
Here at Meowtel, we strive to achieve our mission of helping every cat and cat parent live their best life. Keeping our community safe is a core component of achieving this mission so we're pleased to provide our guidance on how to appropriately conduct Meowtel reservations in the wake of COVID-19.
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Sonya Petcavich
- May 5, 2020
Cat Adoptions Soar During Covid-19
Fosters and adoptions are skyrocketing because everyone wants a furry feline companion while sheltering in place. Here are the changes that the cat world has been experiencing, including adapting to a “socially distanced” kitten season and empty shelters.
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Ana Hagedorn
- April 27, 2020
Four Interesting Facts About Catnip
The cat(nip) is out of the bag! Check out these four fun facts you may not know about the plant that kitties crave.
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Krista Franklin
- March 30, 2020
A True Sitter Story: Follow Your Dreams and Pet Every Cat on the Way
Life is a roller coaster with many highs and lows, and sometimes finding your purpose can be difficult. We’d like you to meet Meowtel sitter Krista. With the love of cats, she was able to overcome obstacles, grief, and negativity. Now she is at a place in her life where she is truly happy. Read her story, and know that you, too, can find joy and happiness.
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Melanie Deisz
- March 23, 2020
How To Make 6 Cat Beds for Your Furbaby
Need a rainy day project? Grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and create a cozy cat bed for your fur-avorite feline. These six do-it-yourself beds will make you want to hit snooze on life and craft the day away. Tell Peanut to get ready for the ultimate cat nap!
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Melanie Deisz
- March 19, 2020
Your Client's Home Was Broken Into. Now What?
You arrive at your cat sitting visit and discover that your client’s home has been broken into. What do you do? While we hope you never experience this, it is important to be prepared for the unexpected. In this article, we’ll explain how to safely handle a break-in and steps to take if you find that kitty has gone missing.
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Ana Hagedorn
- March 16, 2020
Meowtel Cat Sitters Deliver that Purrfect Hospitality
We know that cat parents want a trustworthy, reliable, and cat-centric sitter to care for their purrbabies. To make sure each and every cat family receives the purrfect hospitality, Meowtel has an exceptionally thorough onboarding process and are very selective about who we allow to join our platform. Learn why you’ll find the purrfect sitter for your kitty on Meowtel and what makes our sitters the best of the best.
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DiAngelea Millar
- March 09, 2020
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) - A Cat Parent's Perspective
Inflammatory Bowel Disease is a journey of uncertainties, but know that you are not alone. This is a story about Blanche Elizabeth Devereaux’s experience with IBD, how her doctors reached a diagnosis, and what her cat mom DiAngelea learned along the way.
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Ana Hagedorn
- March 02, 2020
Meow-sic to My Ears: Cat-Inspired Songs for National Music Month
National Music Month got you feline festive? Celebrate music (and cats!) with Meowtel’s Top 9 Cat Hits. We’ll even share our Spotify meow-sic playlist with you if you ask nicely. Happy listening!
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Melanie Deisz
- February 27, 2020
Knowing When to Put Your Foot Down: How to Handle an Array of Customer Situations on Meowtel
At Meowtel, sitter safety is our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any harassment or abuse, and that includes situations between customers and sitters. If you encounter any of the circumstances in this article, please reach out to Meowtel so we can further address your concerns.
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Melanie Deisz
- February 26, 2020
Spaying/Neutering Your Cat: The Benefits of Sterilization
Spoiler alert: Feline overpopulation is a huge problem worldwide. But we’ve got the solution–spay and neuter your cats! Still skeptical? Get the facts on why having Fluffy fixed will help her live her best life.
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Melanie Deisz
- February 17, 2020
How to Make Your Own Kitty Enrichment Feeders and Toys
Enrichment games are a fur-tastic way to keep Fluffy entertained and mentally stimulated. They also help slow down kitties that eat too quickly. Beat kitty boredom with these five fun feeders!
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Melanie Deisz
- February 13, 2020
Anatomy of a Text Update
Meowtel cat sitters are the best of the best! As a result, there is a standard of communication cat parents expect to receive from their sitter. Take a look at our handy-dandy visual of what you should include in your daily updates to clients to ensure that your text messages are up to par.
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Melanie Deisz
- February 10, 2020
Meow and Furever: Your Cat's Love Language
Just like humans, cats prefer to give and receive love and affection in a variety of ways. Ensure your kitty has the purrfect Valentine’s Day by communicating with them in their own love language. Find out which of the five love languages your kitty speaks.
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Melanie Deisz
- February 03, 2020
Dental Health For Cats - Your Cat Needs a Dentist Too
Brushing your cat’s teeth is not a task for the faint-hearted. However, this and other measures are important for a kitty’s dental health.
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Melanie Deisz
- January 27, 2020
The Ins and Outs of Flying with Your Cat
Air travel with a feline companion can be a daunting task. This handy guideline will help you prepare for your flight, know what to expect during travel, and provide alternatives if Fluffy prefers to keep all four paws on the ground.
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Sonya Petcavich
- January 23, 2020
Slow Season Self Care
A letter from our Chief Success Cat, Sonya Petcavich: Dear Meowtel sitters–you are ameowzing! Thank you for all of your hard work. Now that things have calmed down a bit from the holiday catness, I encourage you to take some time to reflect on 2019, set some goals for 2020, and take a break to focus on yourself.
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Melanie Deisz
- January 20, 2020
How To Make Your Own Kitty Toys: Pawsitively Playful for You and Your Furbaby
Cat toys don’t have to cost a fortune to be fun for Fluffy! Here are eight simple do-it-yourself projects to entertain kitty using items you may already have around the house. Crafters be warned… you’re going to love making these homemade toys!
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Melanie Deisz
- January 13, 2020
How Cat Sitting Changed My Life
Find out how cats—and cat sitting—gave one person newfound confidence and happiness.
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Melanie Deisz
- January 09, 2020
Cat Sitter Profile 101: Writing a Professional, Engaging, and Unique Sitter Introduction
First impressions are everything. When clients are looking for the purrfect cat sitter, they will likely be comparing your Meowtel profile to those of other sitters in their city. Therefore having a captivating profile page is a crucial factor in obtaining new clients. We’ll break down what you should include in your Meowtel sitter bio to help you stand out from the clowder.
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Shelley Masini
- January 06, 2020
How to Stay Sane When Introducing Two Adult Cats to Each Other
Introducing two cats to each other can be stressful not only for the kitties, but also for you–the human. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be! We’ve got some tips and tricks to help cat parents live their best life during this fur-amily transition.
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Melanie Deisz
- December 30, 2019
Food for Thought: How to Properly Switch your Cat's Diet
Are you unhappy with your cat’s current diet and considering a change? Contrary to popular belief, you can’t just switch from one bag of kibble to the next. You also can’t starve your cat until they decide they’re hungry enough to eat the new food. Doing so can cause serious health problems for kitty. So, let’s talk about the things you should keep in mind when transitioning your cat to a new diet.
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Melanie Deisz
- December 23, 2019
How To Make Cat Treats: Catmas Time Treats for the Holiday Season
If you’re looking for a healthy snack for your cat’s Christmas pawty, we’ve got the purrfect solution! Making homemade cat treats is as simple as 1-2-3 and is a meowvelous bonding activity for you and your feline sous chef. It’s also a great alternative to all those ingredients and preservatives found in manufactured treats. Here are our fur-avorite do-it-yourself recipes… nom nom nom!
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Melanie Deisz
- December 16, 2019
Top-Rated Cat Apps and Websites for a Pawsitively Good Time!
Cells phones are arguably the greatest thing since sliced bread. You literally have a world of resources at your fingertips. And of course nowadays there is an app for literally everything - even for your cats! Meowtel presents our fur-avorite apps and websites that will keep you and your cat entertained for hours to come. Enjoy!
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Melanie Deisz
- December 12, 2019
When and What to Document as a Sitter
There is no such thing as too much documentation. As a sitter, it is important that you follow the client’s rules; documenting that you have done so will only help you. If you are unclear about what updates to message your clients or when you should send extra pictures, that’s okay. We’ll help clarify when and what you should be reporting to cat parents.
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Natasha Nichols
- December 09, 2019
2019 Holiday Gift List for Cats
Celebrate 25 days of Catmas with 25 pawsome gifts! From cat trees, to stocking stuffers, to the latest in cat technology, we’ve got the purrfect present to make your kitty’s Christmas meowy and their holidays bright!
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Melanie Deisz
- December 02, 2019
Best Cat Cameras on the Market: Pros, Cons, and Tech Specs
We are fortunate enough to live in an era where technology is unsurpassed and easily accessible by anyone, including your cats! From pet cameras with built-in laser pointers and treat dispensers to security cameras with two-way audio and room panning capability, we’ve got the purrfect pet cam recommendations for you - all specs included!
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Melanie Deisz
- November 25, 2019
Cat Food – What to Look For and Ingredients to Avoid
With so many brands and varieties of cat food on the market, it can be overwhelming selecting the best cat food for your feline friend. We’ll help you break down which ingredients are key to feline health, which ones are simply unnecessary fillers, and which ingredients could be dangerous for your cat.
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Melanie Deisz
- November 18, 2019
What Your Cat’s Poop is Telling You
Everyone poops, including your cat. While scooping the litter box is not the most fun part of being a cat owner, monitoring your cat’s stool is a very important part of their health regimen. Many poo factors such as color, consistency, odor, frequency, and litter box habits can be indicative of health concerns. Do you know what your cat’s poop is telling you? Get the scoop.
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Meowtel
- November 14, 2019
How Meowtel Helped Me Build Savings While Playing with Cats
Sometimes life is unpredictable and can quickly land you into financial struggle. Yet one cat sitter was able to get themselves out of debt and build a substantial savings to fall back on, all with the help of Meowtel’s fantastic felines.
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Melanie Deisz
- November 11, 2019
Cat Safety – Animal Preparedness for Natural Disasters
Natural disasters like fires, hurricanes, and earthquakes affect millions of Americans each year and can happen to anyone unexpectedly. In an emergency, kitty is counting on you to help them to safety. Be prepared–make an evacuation plan and a disaster kit for you and your cat today.
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Melanie Deisz
- November 04, 2019
Human Foods to Avoid Giving Your Cat
Chocolate, garlic, and grapes, oh my! Did you know that there is an entire menu of food items that are off-limits for your furry feline friends? While your cat may try to convince you that just one bite can’t hurt, we recommend that you keep these common people snacks well out of paw’s reach.
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Elise Morgan
- October 29, 2019
How to Accommodate for an Additional Cat in the Home
You’ve decided you want to get Fluffy a playmate, so what’s next? Bringing a new cat into the family is a big change for you, Fluffy, and for the new furbaby. Here are some tips to make sure the transition goes smoothly so everyone can live their best life–together.
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Melanie Deisz
- October 26, 2019
How to Handle a Scaredy Cat
Some cats are just scaredy cats! Find out how you as a cat sitter can provide the best care for these shy kitties.
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Melanie Deisz
- October 21, 2019
Tips to Help Stop Destructive Scratching
“Help! My cat is destroying my furniture!” Destructive scratching is an unwanted but very common kitty behavior. Luckily there are many solutions to curbing naughty nails while still providing your cat with an outlet for their instinct to scratch.
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Melanie Deisz
- October 16, 2019
Indoor vs. Outdoor - Should You Let Your Cat Go Outside?
Letting your cat outdoors comes with many risks. While some people may argue that kitty needs outside time, there are many suitable alternatives to fulfill your cat’s instinctual needs while keeping them safely indoors.
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Melanie Deisz
- October 10, 2019
Cat Sitters: Don’t Overextend Yourself!
How many cat clients is too many? Ensure you aren’t overextending yourself as a Meowtel sitter.
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Melanie Deisz
- September 30, 2019
Meowtel Sitters Love Playtime, Too!
Playtime is important for cats—even when you’re away! Good cat sitters make sure your cat gets all they need, even play.
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Melanie Deisz
- September 28, 2019
Cat Sitter Profile Picture 101
A profile picture is your chance to make a good first impression on cat parents seeking sitters.
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Melanie Deisz
- September 23, 2019
How to Handle a Cat Attack and What to Do to Prevent It
Being attacked by a cat can be a traumatizing experience. Knowing why cats attack and recognizing the warning signs of aggression can help cat parents and sitters prevent and handle such an encounter.
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Melanie Deisz
- September 16, 2019
House Plants and Cats: Top Ten Toxic Plants
An indoor jungle makes for great decor, but it may not be good for your cat. Find out which common plants are poisonous to kitties.
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Melanie Deisz
- September 12, 2019
Overnight Etiquette for Cat Sitters
Overnight cat sitting assignments require some decorum and common sense. Here are our tips.
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Melanie Deisz
- September 10, 2019
The Great Litter Debate: Which Kind is The Best Kind?
Finding a cat litter that suits you and your furry friend can be tricky. Read these observations on the various types from a cat lover.
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Melanie Deisz
- August 23, 2019
To Raw Food Diet or Not? The Kitty Parent Question
Many questions surround the raw food diet for cats. Here’s one cat parent’s experience with raw food.
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Natasha Nichols
- August 8, 2019
10 Common Household Items You May Not Realize are a Risk for Your Cat
If you think about it, having a cat can be a lot like having a toddler. They’re curious, like to knock things over, poop a lot, and while they might not shove things up their nose, they do regularly put things in their mouth that they shouldn’t.
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Shelley Masini
- July 30, 2019
How to Spend Quality Time with Your Cat When You’re Home
Despite common misconceptions, we cat moms and dads know that our feline furbabies love spending time with us, just as much as we love spending time with them! And there's nothing like being apart to remind us just how precious that time together is.
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Veronica Head
- July 21, 2019
How to Find the Purr-fect Cat Sitter
When you go away on vacation, you’re left with a few options for your furry friend. While it’s possible to board your cat at a local kennel, you might also opt to have someone watch your furchild within the comfort of their home.
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Melanie Deisz
- June 10, 2019
Customer Case Study: John and Catherine, CA (LA)
John and Catherine entrust Meowtel with their feline buddies. Here’s their experience with cat sitter Amy in Los Angeles.
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Melanie Deisz
- June 9, 2019
Cat Sitter Case Study: Sydney, CA
Sydney is an experienced Meowtel cat sitter in Santa Monica. Read more about her experience looking after Los Angeles kitties.
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Melanie Deisz
- May 27, 2019
May is Allergy Awareness Month For Cats Too
Don’t forget your feline friends in your allergy awareness. Cats suffer from this affliction just like humans!
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Melanie Deisz
- May 5, 2019
Keeping Your Kitties At The Purrfect Temperature
Cats, like people, have different thresholds of what they’re willing to tolerate when it comes to temperature. Personally, I cannot stand the heat and would rather be cold. I can only take off so many layers of clothing and still be legal but I can layer, layer, layer!
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Melanie Deisz
- Feb 21, 2019
How To Handle A Suddenly Sick Or Deceased Cat
Terribly morbid, I know - but this is something all cat sitters must think about. I hope that you will never have to deal with anything like this but if you do, you need to be prepared.
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Melanie Deisz
- Feb 5, 2019
Tips To Become A Top Notch Sitter – Part 2
Welcome back to part 2 of how to become a top notch sitter! In this second part of the series, I will outline some ideas to help you become the best sitter you can be.
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Melanie Deisz
- Feb 1, 2019
Tips To Become A Top Notch Sitter – Part 1
You clearly love cats if you’ve signed up to be a cat sitter with Meowtel. That’s great! Now here is a list of ideas that will help you become a stand out sitter! Enjoy this riveting two part series!
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Melanie Deisz
- Jan 12, 2019
Be The Best Cat Parent You Can Be
The first step in finding the right sitter for you and your cat is to understand what kind of parent you are. Do you view your cat as a pet, a member of the family, or a child you would do anything for?
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Sonya Petcavich
- Dec 18, 2018
How Can I Stop My Cat From Acting Out?
If you have a cat who’s acting out, you are not alone. The good news is that it’s usually pretty easy to find the inspiration of your furry housemate’s wrath.
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Sonya Petcavich
- Dec 11, 2018
3 Things You Need to Know About Cat Boarding
Are you thinking about boarding your cats while you go on vacation? Figuring out what to do for your feline friends when you head out of town can be stressful.
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Meowtel
- Nov 24, 2018
How Long Can You Leave A Cat Alone?
All of us cat people want to know: How long can you leave a cat alone? And do cats miss you when you’re gone?
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Jessica Brody
- Nov 3, 2018
How to Be the Best First-Time Cat Owner
Becoming a new cat owner doesn’t have to be hard. When you add a new furry member to your household, everyone wants things to go smoothly.
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Meowtel
- Oct 14, 2018
5 Unique Things About the Siberian Cat
Siberian cats, also known as Siberian Forest cats or Moscow Longhairs, are native to Russia and are one of the oldest cat breeds: maybe even the ancestor of all longhaired breeds.
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Meowtel
- Sep 17, 2018
5 Things to Love about the American Bobtail
The American Bobtail cat gets its name from its very short tail and resemblance to the wild Bobcat. There are other bobtailed cats in the world, (specifically the Manx and the Japanese Bobtail).
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Meowtel
- Aug 2, 2018
6 Ways to Help Your Cat Love The Veterinarian
We all want our feline friends to live long, healthy lives. Making sure your cat gets seen by the veterinarian for routine preventive care and checkups is vital to that goal.
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Meowtel
- Jul 21, 2018
5 Things to Love About the Sphynx Cat
The Sphynx cat is a rare and unusual breed with a hairless look that sets it apart from other cats. These cats need special care, but all the extra time and effort you devote is well worth it.
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Meowtel
- Jun 13, 2018
5 Unique Things About the Abyssinian Cat
The Abyssinian cat is one of the smartest and most popular cat breeds in the United States. Known for its unique fur and its country-wide popularity, the Abyssinian cat has been a happy addition to many homes.
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Meowtel
- Jun 3, 2018
What To Do When My Cat Has A Cold
Can your cat catch a cold? Of course, they can. Just like we humans, cats can catch colds, and they do so somewhat frequently. However, colds are not passed on between humans and cats since the viruses that cause colds are species-specific.
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Meowtel
- May 24, 2018
All About The Manx Cat
Manx cats are an amazing and adorable breed of many feline lovers. It is best known for a mutation that results in a small, stub-like tail (or in some cases, no tail at all).
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Meowtel
- May 13, 2018
All About The American Shorthair
When describing the American Shorthair, the expression happy medium springs to mind. These American cats are medium in size.
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Meowtel
- Apr 24, 2018
Here Are Some Tips For Moving With Pets
Sometimes we’re around our pets so much we start treating them like they’re human, and that’s great. Our furry friends deserve the best possible care we can give them.
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Meowtel
- Apr 12, 2018
All About The Himalayan Cat
The Himalayan cat is also known as Himmie. This is a charming cat developed by breeders from the crossbreed of a Siamese mantle and Persian frame.
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Meowtel
- Apr 3, 2018
6 Ways to Stop Litter Box Issues
The litter box is the primary negative of cat ownership for most cat people. However, if your cat decides that the litter box isn’t the best place to use the restroom, that is even worse.
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Meowtel
- Mar 28, 2018
5 Things to do When Your Cat Bites
“Ouch! That Hurts!” When your cat bites you or your guest, it can be embarrassing and painful. It’s important to teach your cat not to bite people.
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Meowtel
- Feb 16, 2018
All About The Persian Cat
Persian cats are cute, social and gentle pet animal. Of all the cat breeds in the world, none is more distinctive or highly recognized than the Persian.
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Meowtel
- Jan 18, 2018
All About Bengal Cats
Never heard of the Bengal cat breed before? You’re in luck because I’m just about letting you in on some brief history.
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Meowtel
- Jan 3, 2018
Five Ways To Be A Better Cat Owner
Being a responsible cat owner is a must if you’re to adopt a cat. Cats should be treated with care, and it is the owner’s responsibility to keep the animal healthy.
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Meowtel
- Jan 1, 2018
All About Siamese Cats
Today, the Siamese cats are one of the most popular breeds of cat, principally because it is known as an affectionate and sociable breed.
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Meowtel
- Dec 30, 2017
Ragdoll Cats
We love Ragdoll cats because they’re beautiful, they learn quickly, and they pick up tricks easily. In this post, we hope you learn to love them too!
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Meowtel
- Dec 18, 2017
The 10 Most Common Cat Diseases
When you get a cat, or if you are an owner, no one generally talks about their cats getting sick. There is a good reason for that because cats are very healthy creatures, and for the most part, they are low maintenance.
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Meowtel
- Dec 13, 2017
4 Simple Ways To Stop A Cat From Clawing Furniture
Cats have various reasons for clawing the furniture, such as to mark territory, to sharpen the claws, and to stretch out their muscles.
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Meowtel
- Dec 11, 2017
All About The Maine Coon Cat
It is known for its liveliness, intelligence, and its distinctive physical appearance. It has been said that the name “coon” comes from “raccoon” because of the similarities of the tails of the two animals.
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