Expert Advice on Cat Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle.
Darwin’s is a perennial favorite at our house. Their grain-free, raw food is 100% meat and does not contain any by-products or fillers. Ethically sourced human grade ingredients, formulated under the guidance of veterinary nutritionists, and always made fresh, Darwin’s does everything right when it comes to species-appropriate nutrition for cats.Continue Reading
If you’ve been wanting to get your cat’s DNA tested, now is the time to pounce: Baspaws is offering their popular Health and DNA test kits at a $74 discount!Continue Reading
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Welcome to our Purrs of Wisdom Holiday Gift Guide – your one-stop shopping spot for all the cats and cat lovers on your holiday gift list! This year’s guide features our favorite products for cats and cat lovers. And even better: many of the companies featured are offering exclusive discounts to Purrs of Wisdom readers!Continue Reading
We love Dezi & Roo toys because they are designed by a feline veterinarian who truly knows and understands cats. They’re made in the US by cat lovers like you and me, and they’re tested by professionals: real cats with strong opinions! We got to test one of their newest offerings, Silly Stix with Silvervine.Continue Reading
I’m delighted to announce that our 2025 Purrs of Wisdom Wall Calendar, featuring my beautiful Allegra, is now available for purchase!Continue Reading
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For most indoor cats, having to leave the house is stressful, whether it’s having to go to the vet, having to move, or having to get on a plane. For most cat parents, just the thought of having to take their cat anywhere provokes anxiety, but sometimes, it’s unavoidable.
Choosing the right carrier is one of the key components of preparation.Continue Reading
I used to be able to tolerate hot weather a lot better when I was younger. I don’t particularly enjoy being in frigid air conditioned rooms, so I keep my AC set to 78 degrees during the day, then turn it down to 74 at night. But there’s always that period of time when the house gets near 78, just before the AC kicks in, when it feels uncomfortably warm to me. Since I really don’t want to turn the AC down any lower, it was time for a fan.Continue Reading
Sheer Fun for Cats is a super fun interactive toy that stimulates your cat’s natural hunting instinct by enticing her to hide, stalk and pounce. Developed by a cat sitter, this patented versatile product makes old toys exciting again and keeps playtime interesting.
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Wand and string toys are a great way to encourage your cat to play. They stimulate your cat’s hunting instinct, and they’re a wonderful way to strengthen the bond with your cat. Unfortunately, not all wand toys are quality toys. Loose pieces, wires or clamps and strings that can be easily chewed and ingested all pose hazards to your cat’s health. That’s why I’m always excited when I come across well made, well designed string toys like the KittyWhip®.Continue Reading
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We’ve reviewed plenty of air purifiers over the years, but the UAH Pet Air Purifier is the first one that was introduced to me as specifically designed for pet parents, so I was intrigued to compare it to the other air purifiers we have in our home.Continue Reading
A raw diet is one of the best ways to fulfill cats’ nutritional requirements. There are numerous benefits from feeding a raw diet, including improved digestion, reduced stool odor and volume, increased energy, ability to maintain ideal weight, better dental health, and better urinary tract health.Continue Reading