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Pet Door Installation 101: How to Install a Cat Door in Your Glass Door
Ear Mite Treatment for Cats
All About Spotted Cat Breeds
Can Cats Have Peanut Butter?
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Pet Door Installation 101: How to Install a Cat Door in Your Glass Door
Having a cat can be a delightful experience, bringing joy and companionship to your life. But being constantly beckoned to open the door for your ... -
Ear Mite Treatment for Cats
Ear mites are surface parasites that live in the ear canals of cats and dogs. They are quite common in cats. Although they are not life-threatening... -
All About Spotted Cat Breeds
There are a few domesticated cat breeds with beautiful spotted markings almost resembling a mini-cheetah. Spotted cats are not as common as other c... -
Can Cats Have Peanut Butter?
While peanut butter is not poisonous to cats, it can cause some severe health issues, especially if it is fed on a regular basis. Peanut butter is ... -
Are All Calico Cats Female
A calico cat is a domestic cat of any breed with a tri-color coat. A calico coat is typically white, orange, and black but could have three differe... -
Why Do Cats Sleep So Much?
Ever wondered why your cat spends so much time sleeping? On average, cats sleep 12-16 hours per day. Plenty of cats sleep even more than this—kitte... -
How to Prevent Indoor Cats from Escaping
While some cats are content surveying the great outdoors from the safety of a cozy window perch, others are determined to experience it firsthand. ... -
Can Cats See Color?
Do you ever wonder what colors your cat can see? A common misconception is that cats can only see in black and white. Luckily, cats do not only see... -
Can Cats Drink Milk?
It’s a common misconception that you can give cats milk as a tasty treat. In reality, most cats are lactose intolerant, and feeding them cow’s milk... -
Are Cats and Dogs Good Pest Control?
No one wants to live in a house filled with pests like mice or mugs, but hiring an exterminator can be expensive and troublesome while setting out ... -
Do Female Cats Spray?
Everybody wants a cat, but no one wants to deal with their cat’s bathroom habits, especially when it’s outside the litterbox. Seasoned cat owners m... -
What Are Tapeworms in Cats?
Tapeworms are intestinal parasites that can live in cats and dogs and reach up to 11” in length. There are a few types of tapeworms that can infect... -
Everything You Need to Know About Support Animals
Animals have a unique ability to support people in all sorts of ways. Whether by guiding people who are visually impaired, sensing low blood sugar,... -
8 Human Food Your Cat Can Eat Too
Ever wanted to share a bit of your snack with your hopeful kitty, but stopped in your tracks wondering if it was safe for them? Cats have very diff... -
10 Human Foods That Are Safe for Your Cat To Eat
Ever wanted to share a bit of your snack with your hopeful kitty, but stopped in your tracks wondering if it was safe for them? Cats have very diff... -
Benefits of Chlorophyll for Dogs and Cats
Chlorophyll is a natural pigment found in algae and plants. It allows plants to absorb energy from light. It also happens to be a superfood with to... -
How to Perform CPR On Your Pet
There’s no telling when an emergency situation will happen, which is why you should know how to perform more than just simple first aid on your pet... -
How Much Cat Grass Should a Cat Eat?
How much cat grass can cats eat? Cat grass is safe in large quantities. However, a general rule is that it should not make up more than 10% of your... -
The 16 Best Cat Doors of 2024
Some are inquisitive & independent; Some are friendly, playful & active. Yes, you guessed it right! We are talking about our ever-so-sassy feline friends we all love and adore so much. So when it comes to their grand entrance and exit from your house, why should you choose anything other than the best.
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What Does Catnip Do to Cats?
It’s no secret that cats love catnip! The leafy green herb seems to have an immediate effect on almost any cat. It’s a great way to enrich your cat... -
Flea Eggs VS Dandruff: How to Spot the Difference
Any signs of white specks in cat fur or your dog’s coat is a cause for concern. After all, white specks like that can be a clear sign of flea eggs ... -
How to Introduce Cats and Dogs to Each Other
While dogs and cats are famous for not getting along, dogs and cats living together are actually possible and very common. If you’re looking to add... -
Indoor Cat and Dog-Friendly House Plants
House plants are all the rage, and everyone wants to try out their green thumb. But if you own a cat or dog, you have to make sure you own a pet sa... -
10 Ways to Keep Indoor Cats Happy
As exciting as the great outdoors may seem to your cat, it poses a number of risks to keep in mind. Traffic, predators, unpredictable weather…all e... -
Indoor Vs Outdoor Cats
When it comes to owning a cat, there are two main schools of thought for how to raise your cat: either as an outdoor cat or as an indoor cat. Outdo... -
Why Are Microchip Pet Doors So Small Anyway?
If you’re thinking about getting a brand new dog door, you’ve probably considered getting a high tech pet door. Owners of smaller pet breeds like C... -
How to Reduce Kitty Litter Smell
Smelly kitty litter is one of the most annoying parts of being a cat owner. Not only does cat pee smell noxious, but the stench can spread all over... -
Can Cats Use Dog Doors?
While it may seem like cat doors and dog doors are one and the same, there are some key differences between the two. Whether or not a cat can use a... -
The Best Cat-Proof Dog Doors
If you have dogs who use a pet door with an indoor-only cat, you’re likely familiar with the dilemma of keeping your cat inside while the dogs come... -
Meet the Winners of Our Pet Door Photo Contest!
Our photo competition has ended! We asked over our newsletter for your best pet door photos, and the response was incredible. We received over 1100... -
How to Train Your Cat to Walk on a Leash
An indoor cat doesn’t need to miss out on all the outdoor fun! Training your cat to walk on a leash is a great way to safely take them outside for ... -
How to Train Your Cat to Use the Cat Door
Most cats can be trained to use their cat flap; however, some cats have an easier time with it than others. If your feline friend is having trouble... -
Preventing Aggression Between Cats
Whether it’s from feeling threatened or territorial, sometimes, your cat is going to get into a fight. This might be with their neighborhood feline... -
6 Ways to a Cat’s Heart
Maybe you’re a new cat mom, or maybe you have a cat who’s a bit stubborn and hard to please. No cat is the same as the next. Whether an indoor, ou... -
How to Keep Your Cat in the Yard
Cats are stubborn, and they want their way. As independent thinkers, it is difficult to train cats the same way one would train a dog. No matter h... -
Adopting My First Cat & Helpful Tips on Cat Care
The question has been in my head for years: Should I get cat? A couple months ago, I adopted my first cat, Guster / Gus, from Woods Humane Society ... -
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Whether you're trying to choose the right pet for your family, or just having a casual conversation, initiating a discussion with a pet-lover can b... -
Keep Your Pets Safe This Independence Day!
4th of July is upon us once again! This week’s celebrations will be filled with family and friends, food and drinks, and plenty of elaborate firew... -
In the War Against Dogs, Cats are the Purrfect Pet
Have you ever found yourself caught up in the lifelong debate: Cats vs. dogs? Of course you have. Cats or dogs; it’s the timeless wars of the ages ... -
Catios: The Safe Outdoor Enclosure for Cats
Back in the day, pretty much all cats lived outside, left to their own devices to take in fresh air and roam the neighborhood. Today, people recogn... -
The Truth about Spaying and Neutering
Dear Readers, Today I’d like to discuss one of the most controversial subjects in responsible pet ownership: Whether or not to spay or neuter your ... -
Eight Things Your Cat Should Never Eat
Milk All cat owners know their cats love milk, but is it alright to give your cat some? Most cats are generally lactose-intolerant, so their dige... -
Top 3 Reasons Why Your Pet Isn't Using Your Pet Door
A pet door can be the perfect solution for busy pet owners and active pets. When pets are able to let themselves out, a range of issues are solved. The result is more independence for both the pet and the owner. Some of the benefits of pet doors include: • No longer having to schedule and plan around letting the pet out • No more sudden wake-ups in the middle of the night • Fewer messes to clean up in the home • More freedom and more exercise for pets While all those benefits sound great, some pets take to pet doors much more easily than others. Pet door problems and lack of use can happen for a variety of reasons. Here are some of the most common: -
The Key to finding the right Pet Door for your Cats and Dogs to Share!
If you had a dog, you'd want a "dog" door. Or, if you had a cat, you'd want a "cat" door. Since you own both, you'll want a "pet" door. Right? Well.... Not exactly. In actual fact what's important is that the pet door you're considering be a good fit for the pets you have. So don't pay any attention to the terms "dog door" or "cat door". Just measure!
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Interesting Facts About Cats and Dogs
In the time that you’ve cared for your pet, you’ve probably learned a good amount of new and interesting fun facts. Everyday experiences with your... -
Celebrate Adopt A Shelter Cat Month with PetDoors!
June is the beginning of summer, when summer love thrives. Looking for a companion? Celebrate Adopt a Shelter Cat Month with your friends at PetDoo... -
Finding the Right Cat Door for You: PetSafe VS. Cat Mate
Finding the best pet doors for cats is influenced by a number of important factors. You want your cat to have the freedom to go outside or come ins... -
How to Prevent Cat Hairballs
The month of April was full of random holidays, but at the end of this month, we are also celebrating Hairball Awareness Day and World Veterinar... -
Every Home Should Have a Cathole
Catholes are small, "flap-less" doors intended for indoor use (generally in closet doors for easy access to a cat’s litter box in enclosed spaces,... -
Keeping Your Cat Happy and Healthy
Pet cats are very particular animals that actually play a big role in keeping themselves healthy by way of cleaning their fur, covering up their bu...
