TheConscious Cat
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I'm a former veterinary hospital manager turned writer. During my twelve years of working in various facets of the veterinary profession, I gained a thorough understanding of pets' and owners' needs in what can often be a challenging, stressful environment. My mission is to provide accurate and well-researched pet health information to my readers. My passion, and my focus on this..
TheConscious Cat
2d ago
If politics doesn’t stir your sauce, that may change after learning about the mysterious history of the White House cats. The Bidens have introduced a new feline friend to the White House, and everyone wants to know more about how catty politics really are. I always assumed that Presidents didn’t have time for pets. But ..read more
TheConscious Cat
4d ago
Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey, is known for many things: its incredible landmarks, rocking nightlife, historical significance, and the beautiful relationship between the city and its cats. Were you surprised to learn the last one? I was too! Several hundred thousand cats roam the streets of Turkey’s largest city, and each seems to be ..read more
TheConscious Cat
1w ago
It wasn’t that long ago when the concept of sharing your workplace with an animal was entirely unheard of. The workplace was for just that—work. Thankfully, the modern workplace is ever-changing and much less rigid than it used to be in generations past. As a result, it’s becoming increasingly popular in our modern world for ..read more
TheConscious Cat
1w ago
While I often watch movies with my cats, it’s a rare treat to find a movie featuring felines. Dog movies abound (anybody still keeping up with the never-ending Air Buddies series?), but you won’t find many with cats, and even fewer with cats as the main character. Maybe it’s because cats are little prima donnas ..read more
TheConscious Cat
2w ago
If you’re like me, then you understand me when I say that there’s something about cats that is so irresistibly charming. These furry friends serve as great companions, whether your cat silently stares at you from across the room like my old grump, Aslan, screams in your face at 5:00 am like my black cat ..read more
TheConscious Cat
3w ago
The COVID-19 pandemic has made working from home more common. Many people have had to learn to make adjustments to new work habits and lifestyles. Consequently, pets have also had to get used to spending more time with their parents. Cats may have a reputation for being introverted and preferring solitude. However, many social cats ..read more
TheConscious Cat
3w ago
Cats are interesting animals that often do things that remain a mystery to us. One behavior that some cats engage in is collecting random items. There’s yet to be a concrete explanation for why cats will collect, hide, or hoard certain items. This behavior may be connected to resource guarding, mothering instincts, or hunting instincts ..read more
TheConscious Cat
1M ago
Cats communicate and use body language that’s very different from humans. So, it can be a bit challenging to determine if your cat cares about you. Fortunately, cats do give off signs and display certain behaviors that indicate that they like you. They may seem subtle to us, but some of these signals are very ..read more
TheConscious Cat
1M ago
It’s not a secret that most cats don’t like water. Just a few days ago, my old wobbly cat, Aslan, had a litter box mishap and needed a bath, so I can personally vouch for just how much some cats hate water, even when that water is warm and provided in a jacuzzi bathtub. But ..read more
TheConscious Cat
1M ago
After times of lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic, Zoom calls seem to have become the standard way of doing things. We’ve all become familiar with video calls for everything from doctor’s appointments to work meetings and job interviews. While some people might find interruptions by their cats during an important meeting to be aggravating, I ..read more