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Dr. Emily Hart

Veterinarian, DVM

Dr. Emily Hart

Small animal veterinarian with 12 years of clinical experience specializing in feline health and preventive care.

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More Than Just Purrs: 5 Ways to Keep Your Cat Healthy and HappyCat Care

More Than Just Purrs: 5 Ways to Keep Your Cat Healthy and Happy

Did you know that by age three, most cats are already dealing with some form of dental disease? It's true, but since cats are experts at hiding pain, you might...

May 1, 20263 min2,506
Why Cat Adoption Applications Get Rejected—And How to Make Yours Stand OutAdoption

Why Cat Adoption Applications Get Rejected—And How to Make Yours Stand Out

There is nothing like the first time a rescue cat curls up on your lap and starts that deep, rumbling purr. But for many, the path to that moment feels...

April 29, 20263 min4,561
What Is Your Cat Really Saying? Decoding Tails, Nips, and Mood SwingsBehavior

What Is Your Cat Really Saying? Decoding Tails, Nips, and Mood Swings

Ever felt like your cat is a fuzzy little enigma wrapped in a mystery? You are enjoying a quiet moment together when suddenly that tail starts thumping or a gentle...

April 27, 20264 min4,235
Raising a Happy Kitten: Tackling Ear Mites, Leash Training, and Everything in BetweenKittens

Raising a Happy Kitten: Tackling Ear Mites, Leash Training, and Everything in Between

Bringing a tiny, purring ball of fur home is a joy, but those first few weeks are often a whirlwind of questions. You might wonder why your new friend's scratching...

April 25, 20264 min156
Making Your Apartment a Feline Paradise: The Secrets to a Happy Indoor CatIndoor Cats

Making Your Apartment a Feline Paradise: The Secrets to a Happy Indoor Cat

Did you know that staying inside can actually double your cat's lifespan? It's a huge jump from five years to fifteen, but being a cat owner means you're basically a...

April 8, 202611 min4,499
Bringing Home a New Kitten: How to Keep Everyone Happy (and Sane)Kittens

Bringing Home a New Kitten: How to Keep Everyone Happy (and Sane)

They say cats are like potato chips because you can't have just one. With about 85 million cat owners in the US, it is clear many of us agree. But...

April 7, 202610 min151
Finding Your Purrfect Match: Which Cat Breed Actually Fits Your Life?Breeds

Finding Your Purrfect Match: Which Cat Breed Actually Fits Your Life?

Have you ever brought home a cat expecting a snuggle buddy only to find a tiny athlete sprinting across your curtains at three in the morning? While people often think...

April 5, 202611 min3,165
Is Adopting a Cat Really a Bargain? The Truth About Costs and First Year CareAdoption

Is Adopting a Cat Really a Bargain? The Truth About Costs and First Year Care

Did you know over 3 million cats end up in U.S. shelters every single year? It is a huge number, but it also means there are millions of chances to...

March 31, 20268 min209
Bringing Your New Kitten Home: Practical Tips for a Happy, Healthy StartKittens

Bringing Your New Kitten Home: Practical Tips for a Happy, Healthy Start

Bringing home a tiny, purring ball of fur is one of the best days ever, but it can feel a bit overwhelming when they start climbing curtains or hiding under...

March 27, 202610 min4,884
Raising a Fearless Feline: The Secret to a Confident KittenKittens

Raising a Fearless Feline: The Secret to a Confident Kitten

Ever wonder why some cats act like tiny lions while others vanish the moment the doorbell rings? It turns out that a cat's brave personality isn't just luck. You actually...

March 26, 20268 min2,048
Why Your Indoor Cat's Diet Needs a Reality Check (And How to Fix It)Indoor Cats

Why Your Indoor Cat's Diet Needs a Reality Check (And How to Fix It)

Is your pet's biggest daily adventure just a quick dash from the sofa to the food bowl? It is a common story for many indoor cats who have traded the...

March 20, 20267 min1,181
Why Adopting a Special Needs Cat is Way Easier Than You ThinkAdoption

Why Adopting a Special Needs Cat is Way Easier Than You Think

Have you ever felt a tug at your heart seeing a "special needs" tag at the shelter, only to hesitate because you are worried about the work? It is a...

March 18, 202612 min220
Why Your Lone Kitten is a "Land Shark" (And How to Fix It)Kittens

Why Your Lone Kitten is a "Land Shark" (And How to Fix It)

You are sound asleep when suddenly a tiny set of needle-sharp teeth sinks into your big toe. Your adorable new furball has officially turned into a midnight land shark and...

February 23, 20269 min4,689
Why Your Cat Sheds So Much (And How to Finally Win the War on Fur)Grooming

Why Your Cat Sheds So Much (And How to Finally Win the War on Fur)

Ever feel like you are wearing more of your cat's fur than they are? It starts as a single hair in your morning coffee and quickly ends with your favorite...

February 23, 20264 min46
The Truth About Scottish Folds: Why Those Cute Ears Come With a CatchBreeds

The Truth About Scottish Folds: Why Those Cute Ears Come With a Catch

Have you ever seen a cat that looks more like a tiny, wide-eyed owl than a feline? That is the charm of the Scottish Fold, a folded ear cat breed...

February 9, 202612 min3,604
Why Black Cats Are the Best-Kept Secret in Animal SheltersAdoption

Why Black Cats Are the Best-Kept Secret in Animal Shelters

Have you ever walked through an animal shelter and noticed a pair of glowing amber eyes peering out from the back of a cage? These little voids are often the...

February 8, 20267 min2,992
The Truth About Cat Baths: How to Clean Your Kitty Without the ScratchesGrooming

The Truth About Cat Baths: How to Clean Your Kitty Without the Scratches

Cats spend nearly half their lives grooming, yet they still find ways to get impossibly dirty. While those sandpaper tongues are great for daily dust, they can't always handle heavy...

February 8, 202611 min4,353
What Your Cat Is Actually Saying With Those Stares (and How to Talk Back)Behavior

What Your Cat Is Actually Saying With Those Stares (and How to Talk Back)

Have you ever woken up to find your cat sitting on your chest, staring directly into your soul? It feels a bit like a tiny, furry interrogation, leaving you wondering...

February 5, 20268 min2,859
Bringing Home a Cat: What Rescues Actually Look for (and How to Prepare)Adoption

Bringing Home a Cat: What Rescues Actually Look for (and How to Prepare)

Every year, about 3.1 million cats enter U.S. shelters, but only about 2.1 million find their way into a home. If you are ready to be one of those success...

February 3, 202612 min1,355
Why Your Cat's Breath Smells Like Fish (and Other Dental Red Flags)Health & Vet

Why Your Cat's Breath Smells Like Fish (and Other Dental Red Flags)

Did you know that between 50% and 90% of cats over four years old are living with some form of dental disease? It's a wild statistic because our feline friends...

January 28, 20265 min448
How to Keep Your Indoor Cat Comfy When the Weather Gets WeirdIndoor Cats

How to Keep Your Indoor Cat Comfy When the Weather Gets Weird

Ever wonder why your cat is suddenly sprawled on the cold kitchen tile in July or tucked into a tiny ball under the sofa cushions in January? Even though Indoor...

January 28, 20267 min3,739
Why Cats Groom So Much (And When It Is Actually a Sign of Stress)Grooming

Why Cats Groom So Much (And When It Is Actually a Sign of Stress)

Did you know your cat spends up to half their waking life licking themselves? It might seem like vanity, but for a feline, grooming is a full-time job that is...

January 23, 202610 min796
Is Your Cat's Breath Trying to Tell You Something? A Guide to Better Oral HealthGrooming

Is Your Cat's Breath Trying to Tell You Something? A Guide to Better Oral Health

Have you ever leaned in for a sweet kitty nuzzle only to be hit with a smell like a dumpster in July? While many owners think stinky cat breath is...

January 21, 20269 min4,499
Your New Kitten's First Week: How to Make Them Feel at Home FastKittens

Your New Kitten's First Week: How to Make Them Feel at Home Fast

Bringing home a tiny, fuzzy ball of energy is easily one of the best days ever, but for your new friend, it can be pretty overwhelming. That first week is...

January 15, 20267 min4,864
Why Your Cat Craves the High Life: A Guide to Vertical SpaceIndoor Cats

Why Your Cat Craves the High Life: A Guide to Vertical Space

Ever notice your cat staring longingly at the top of the fridge like it is the Holy Grail? It is not just a weird quirk. Cats are biologically wired to...

January 11, 202611 min4,852
Is Your Cat Straining to Urinate? Why Water is Better Than "Magic" KibbleHealth & Vet

Is Your Cat Straining to Urinate? Why Water is Better Than "Magic" Kibble

It’s a heart-stopping moment for any pet parent when you notice your cat visiting the litter box over and over with nothing happening. If you see your cat straining to...

December 30, 20256 min643
Why Your Cat's Paws Need More Than Just a Cute High-FiveGrooming

Why Your Cat's Paws Need More Than Just a Cute High-Five

Have you ever looked at your cat's paws and thought they were just for show? Those tiny pads are actually complex tools for balance and movement, but cats are so...

December 27, 202510 min2,112