April 1, 2021
I heard that April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Can cats get heartworm? Yes, though heartworm is much more common in dogs, cats can get heartworm too. […]
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April 1, 2021
‘Tis the season for planting seeds! Itching to get your garden started? Why not try an indoor cat garden too! You’ve probably heard that some houseplants […]
February 25, 2021
I often hear warnings about checking any peanut butter you give to your dog as a treat for the ingredient xylitol as it is extremely toxic […]
January 27, 2021
February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month so it’s the perfect time to tell someone about the benefits of “sneutering” their kitty. MRFRS was founded because Newburyport was […]
January 27, 2021
My cat has a habit of missing the litter box. About 8 months ago, we switched to a covered litter box, which has cut down on […]
December 29, 2020
A cat’s behaviors are interesting, complex and can be confusing. Meowing is only a small part of how they communicate. Most of the time, cats use […]
December 2, 2020
We think cats deserve something special for the holidays too! Keep in mind that sudden changes in diet can upset your cat’s stomach and lead to […]
October 30, 2020
Halloween is lots of fun but can be a dangerous time for cats! Here are a few ways to make Halloween more “treat” and less “trick” […]
October 30, 2020
‘Tis the season to paint whiskers on your face! Though we humans are mammals covered in hair (and may in fact already have whiskers on our […]
September 30, 2020
There are so many ways you can enrich the life of your indoor cat. Every cat is different but try one (or a few) of these […]
August 1, 2020
If your cat has an emergency, what will you do? The American Red Cross offers a wonderful Pet First Aid app to help you prepare to […]
August 1, 2020
So far, the weather has been mostly cool and comfortable but summer heat is on the way. It’s important that your cat is able to stay […]