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Best Catnip Toys

Cats love toys and they love catnip. Put the two together and you've got one happy kitty! Here's our list of the best catnip toys.�

10 Cats Spooked by Scary Cucumbers

Let's all agree that while refreshing, the cucumber is hella scary! Here are some scaredy cat reactions from Reddit's CatsandCucumber's subsection.

Winners Of Our Petlinks Meowy Catmas Contest

It's like waiting until December 25 to open your presents! Here's what you've been waiting for - the winners of our Petlinks Meowy Catmas contest!

Meet the Snail Assassin: Your Solution to Pest Snails

Got a snail problem you need taken care of? To take care of a snail problem, you need to send in an Assassin Snail, better known as Clea Helena!

Top 10 Meanest Cat Breeds

It's not just a cliché - some cats are meaner than others. Stay on the good side of any of the kitties on our top 10 meanest cat breeds.

Cat Grass and Safe Alternatives

Cat grass, yard grass… the moment decent weather hits their inner Holstein kicks in and they’re chowing down on the green stuff every chance they get.

Top 5 Live Plants to Use in Brackish Aquariums

A mix of salt and freshwater, brackish aquariums present its own set of challenges. Here are a few plants that hold up in this type of tank.

4 Purrfect Reasons to Adopt a Shelter Cat

When you are ready to add a feline to your family, consider adoption. Need a good reason to adopt a shelter cat? We'll give you four!

Can Cats Eat Strawberries?

Who doesn't love strawberries? How about your kitty - can cats eat strawberries? Read on to find out.

Gen Y Dogma: Is It Time For A Second Pooch?

Christina Peden is feeling the urge to add to her family… with another dog! Like a responsible pet parent, she weighs the pros and cons before coming…

5 Cool Cat Facts You Didn’t Know

Amaze and stump your friends with strange cat-nerd trivia facts.Felines are definitely interesting creatures who always keep us guessing. And each cat has hi…

HABRI Grant Helps Study Impact of Shelter Cat Adoption by Kids With Au

HABRI awards a grant to the University of Missouri that will look at the effects of shelter cat adoptions in families that have children with autism.

Smooches and Hugs for Kitty: A Good Idea?

When it comes to loving, does your cat let you hug and kiss her? Some people think it's fine, while others keep their affection to themselves.

Our First Cat-Only Contest – The SmartyKat® Feather Whirl

To prove that we love cats just as much as dogs, we’re giving felines their own contest. From now until December 9, your kitty can win a SmartyKat®…

Researchers Developed A Cat Brush That Looks and Works Like a Feline T

After analyzing the unique structure of the feline tongue, scientists used it as an inspiration to create a revolutionary hair brush for cats.

Confessions of a Tank Addict: YouTube Fish Fanatic Rachel O’Leary

The first step is admitting you have a problem. The second step is to set up a YouTube channel and record your tank obsession - just like Rachel O'Leary!

New Research Suggests Training Your Cat Can Help Eliminate His Anxiety

Forget what the haters say. New research suggests that you train cats of all ages, and it's a great way to lower your kitty's anxiety.

Why Do Cats Eat Grass?

What a strange habit! But why do cats eat grass at all? Digestion? Tasty treat? If you've got a furry lawn mower on your hands, we have the answer for you.

How To Read A Cat Food Label

If cat food labels look all Greek to you, we’ll translate what it all means Any good holistic veterinarian or pet nutritionist will tell you that your…

Samsung’s New TV Boxes Turn Into Cat Houses

Talk about resourceful packaging! Samsung Electronics’s award-winning efforts to move toward sustainable and reusable packing have delighted millions o…

Crafting With Cat Fur? Yeah, It’s a Thing.

Looking for a hobby that will intrigue and weird-out your non-feline friends? You need to learn how to craft with cat fur!

Understanding the Basics of Freshwater Aquarium Lighting

The right lights make all the difference to your freshwater aquarium. Offering much more than just illumination, aquarium lighting helps feed your plants.

Why Do Cats Knead?

She won't lie down until the blanket or her bed is just right! What are their actual intentions? Have you ever wondered: why do cats kneed?

How to Get Rid of Dog Smell at Home

What's that smell? As soon as you enter your home, it hits you - the smell of dogs that live there. What do you do to get rid of it?

NoBowl Feeding System Lets Your Cat Play With His Food

To cats, bowls are boring! Feed the need and lose the bowl. The new NoBowl Cat Feeding System allows your cat to do what he does best - hunt!

Get to Work on an Office Aquarium

Bring life into your office with a fish tank. A growing trend in the workplace, aquariums add color, energy, and stress release to a busy day.

Top 5 Indoor Plants Poisonous To Cats

They may look pretty on the window sill, but houseplants may also be dangerous - especially for your kitty! Here are a few common plants poisonous to cats.

Product Review: AquaMaxx HOB Protein Skimmer

Let us clarify how important a quality protein skimmer is to your tank. We give the AquaMaxx HOB Protein Skimmer a spin in our aquarium.

Best Natural-Looking Aquarium Decorations

When decorating your aquarium, you may want to create a look inspired by nature. We've picked out some of the best natural-looking aquarium decorations.

Day 5: Bidding You A Furry Farewell

Oscar has been on the job as Petditor for a week, but all good things must come to an end. Here's what trouble he got into during his last day at PetGuide.

Top 5 Fall Deals Your Pet Will Flip For

Fall is here, and with it, the deals on great pet products start coming in. It’s an awesome cycle–leaves fall, prices drop and our pets rake in the benefits. Here are the top five deals for pets we’ve found.

Can Your Cat Be A Vegetarian?

Is taking meat out of your cat’s diet healthy or will vegetable-based food do more harm than good? Most vegetarians and vegans hold to their ethics str…

Cichlids: One Of The World’s Most Fascinating Freshwater Fish Specie

Colorful and plentiful, cichlids are a popular freshwater aquarium fish. If you're looking to add them to your tank, here are a few basics to keep in mind.

Gen Y Dogma: My Dog-Inspired Resolutions For 2015

Should old resolutions be forgot… Christina Peden has made some new ones. What’s different this year – they all have something to do with…

What To Do If Your Cat Has Separation Anxiety

Sure, cats may seem cool and aloof, but there are some that hate to be left alone. Here are a few tips on what to do if your cat has separation anxiety.

Take a Walk On the Wild Side of Bettas

Take a walk on the wild side! You know about bettas, but do you know about wild betta fish? Let's look at wild bettas that can be kept in an aquarium.

Cat Owners Who Feed Their Pets Vegan Diet Could Face Fines or Jail Tim

While there might be good intentions behind a vegan dietary switch, imposing a meat-free diet on a cat is an act of animal cruelty, the UK charity warns.

Happy Easter From Oscar and the Eggheads at PetGuide

In between Easter egg hunts, family and church gatherings, and eating way too much chocolate, be sure to check out our favorite Easter articles!

Hop to It: My Introduction to African Dwarf Frogs

When your child's school sends her home with a new amphibian friend, you've got to adapt your aquarium to suit the little jumper's needs - ASAP!

Study: Cats Aren’t As Concerned With Rats As We Thought They Were

A new study suggests that our favorite feline mousers may be slacking on the job, and have tricked us all into thinking that mice don’t play when the…

What Is Littermate Syndrome?

Bringing home two puppies from the same litter may lead to behavioral problems and other training challenges - this is referred to as littermate syndrome.

Revealed: Why A Lost Dog’s Behavior Impacts Why And Where He Roams

Have you ever wondered why dogs wander? It's more than just opportunity - in many cases their temperament affects why they stray and just how far they go.

6 Valuable Tips for New Cat Owners

Before your kitty comes home, you'll want to be prepared. Here's what new cat owners should have ready for their furry family addition.

Purrfect Match: Study Reveals Cats and Their Owners Share Personality

Researchers confirmed that cats and their owners tend to have similar characters- and that pet parents are drawn to their furry kindred spirits.

DIY Cat Scratch Pad

Instead of wasting money on toys your cat is supposed to destroy, make your own DIY cat scratching pad with recycled materials. It's green, cheap, and fun!

10 Obvious Signs That Your Cat’s Out To Get You

Remember that time you dressed up your cat like a baby - diapers and all - while taking pics and sending them to your friends? It's payback time!

Nanny Rats and Orphaned Cats Break Ages-Old Stereotypes

A New York cat rescue is breaking species stereotypes by 'employing' the most unlikely of nannies for their tiniest kittens.

What Makes a Great Cat Tree?

No household is complete without a cat tree. This isn't just a toy - a great cat tree offers you cat a place to perch, a place to hide, and a place to play!

Growing and Propagating Your Own Coral

Feel like fragging? If you want to propagate your own coral, you sure do! This cost-effective practice lets you grow your own coral.

Fashion Icon Karl Lagerfeld Leaves Beloved Cat A Hefty Inheritance

While the fashion world mourns the passing of icon designer Karl Lagerfeld, friends wondered what would come of his beloved cat Choupette. No need to worry,…

Cats on Laps Shelter Animals Bring Senior Citizens Special Love

An animal shelter in Bangor, Maine is using adoptable cats to bring lots of furry love to seniors who aren't able to have pets of their own.

5 Holiday Hazards for Cats

Keep your feline festive and safe this holiday season. Before you deck the halls, be aware of these 5 holiday hazards for cats.

Planned Parenthood Uses Pussycats For New Sex Education Videos [Video]

A series of sex-ed videos from Planned Parenthood are using the cutest, furriest pussies they could find to educate viewers on certain body parts.

Turkish Woman Builds Ladder to Window For Cats To Come In From The Col

A Turkish dentist has opened her home to stray cats during the winter. She's built a ladder that leads to her window so they can come in and warm up.

Best Eco-Friendly Cat Litters

Did you know that you have way more options than clay-based cat litter? Whether you want to keep yourself and your cat away from the dust that clay litter can produce, you’re concerned about your kitty accidentally ingesting the clay, or you just want to go with a product that is made from a sustainable resource, there are a range of litters to choose from.

The Most Common Litter Box Mistakes You’re Making

A big bonus of having a cat has to be the ease kitty litter. But if your cat refuses to use it, it may be because you're making these mistakes.

Cat-astrophe: Common Bad Behavior Issues And How To Fix Them

Bad kitty! Unwanted habits can be tough to break, but here are a few ways you can correct your cat’s naughty ways. Even though every feline is unique,…

Cat Bread is the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread!

A bakery in Japan has gone to the cats--they've baked up a new bread that will have all the kittehs (and kitteh lovahs) saying, "Mmmmm...meow!"

How to Protect Your Dog From Hawks and Other Birds of Prey

If you have a small dog, you keep your eye out for danger - and you know it could swoop down and grab your tiny pooch!

Ask The Hairy Dogfathers: Can Cats Veg Out?

Going vegan isn't for everyone - and that goes for pets. What happens when your beliefs and pet don't mix? You ask the Hairy Dogfathers for their advice!