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Are Tulips Toxic to Cats?
Cats love exploring their surroundings, and that curiosity sometimes leads them to chew on houseplants. While some plants are harmless, others can be toxic to cats. Tulips are among the plants that can pose a risk to feline health. In this guide, you'll learn whether tulips are safe for cats, which parts of the plant are most dangerous, the signs of tulip poisoning, and what steps to take if your cat eats any part of a tulip.
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How to Prevent Your Cat from Poisoning
March is Poison Prevention Month and Basepaws wants to make sure you have as much information as possible to keep your cats out of harm’s way.
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Top 10 Rarest Coat Colors and Patterns in Cats
Black, white, brown, orange, or a bit of everything? Cats come in so many different colors and patterns that it’s simply too difficult to choose a favorite. The captivating colors of your special little kitty are written in its DNA, and some variations seem to be particularly beautiful and rare. Here are the top 10 rarest coat colors and patterns in cats. Do you have a favorite?
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Odd Eyes in Cats (Heterochromia)
If your beautiful feline’s eyes are two different colors – yellow and blue perhaps – then you’ve got yourself an odd-eyed kitten! These captivating little creatures are carriers of a feline form of a condition known as complete heterochromia. Heterochromia in cats is a captivating genetic anomaly most commonly observed in white kitties.
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Why Should I DNA Test My Cat?
Basepaws provides pet parents like you with comprehensive DNA tests and informative resources to help your cat to live their best life. A quick and easy at-home swab of your kitty's mouth offers a world of valuable information about their unique breed mix, genetic predisposition to 43 health conditions, and genetic traits responsible for their fabulous appearance.
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Plants Toxic to Cats – Our Guide
Cats, with their innate curiosity, often find themselves in close contact with various houseplants and garden vegetation. However, not all plants are safe for pets, and some can be downright dangerous. Cats can get sick from eating just a little bit of these plants, showing symptoms like throwing up, acting tired, or drooling a lot.
It's important for pet owners to know which plants are dangerous and keep them away from pets to keep them safe. Making sure pets can't get to toxic plants might take some work, but the health of your cat companions is the main goal.
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Cat Sibling Facts: Everything You Need To Know
During the early weeks of kittenhood, cat siblings form strong bonds and become prized companions to one another. However, the relationships between cat siblings can be quite puzzling! Read on to discover interesting facts about cat sibling littermates.
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