One of the remarkable differences between cats and cat owners is that that our feline friends age at such a different rate from us. While animal tissues look remarkably similar to their human equivalents under...
With dozens of different breeds, colors, and coat patterns, every cat is unique. The Cat Fancier's Association provides a handy chart to help us categorize all of our colorful cats and identify specific patterns, but...
Valentine is a black Persian kitty that lives in his forever home in Oregon with his humans and a female Basset Hound named Bessie. He is the creator of his own combined cat website and...
High-quality veterinary medical care is essential to keeping cats healthy, but it is becoming increasingly costly. Pet insurance plans help make vet care more affordable, giving you peace of mind from the worry of paying...
When you hear the word “tuxedo” you probably picture an elegant black-tie affair – a regal dinner attended by gentlemen in crisp black suits and ladies in flowing ball gowns. It’s probably safe to say...
Tortoiseshell (tortie) and calico cats are both common coat colors and patterns that appear almost always in females. The names tortoiseshell and calico are often confused, and it is easy to understand why. Both of...
As a veterinarian, and proud owner of a lovely little tortoiseshell cat, I’ve probably heard every warning, joke, assumption, and fact about torties that exists. In fact, when my colleagues saw the fur color of...
Many people refer to their cats as tabbies without really knowing what the term means. Rather than referring to a specific breed, the word “tabby” is a reference to a certain coat pattern commonly seen...
When someone says the word "tabby," it's clear they're talking about cats. It's a common mistake, however, to use this word to identify a specific cat breed or cats in general. It's true that many...
Summer might be the best time of year. The sun is shining, children get a break from school, and kitten season is in full swing—so you might’ve just adopted a cat of your own! Below...
