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Why do cats hate water?
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Why do cats hate water?

It is difficult to find another creature as cute and wayward at the same time as a cat. If the animal does not like something, he immediately demonstrates it to the owner. Pets do not favor bathing and in every possible way avoid this procedure. Why do cats dislike water and is it possible to overcome this fear?

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Saving Sami: An Oral Health Story That's Worth Smiling About
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Saving Sami: An Oral Health Story That's Worth Smiling About

Meet Sami. This loving and adorable fellow is one of four cats that Basepaws community member, Giuliano Argenti, rescued and welcomed into his family. At the wise age of 19, Sami is living a healthy and full life—yet this wasn’t always the case. Learn about how the Basepaws Oral Health Test helped Guiliano and his veterinarian save Sami’s pearly whites, and ultimately, his life. It’s a story with a happy ending that gives us all something to smile about!

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Are Spider Plants Toxic to Cats?
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Are Spider Plants Toxic to Cats?

If you’re the parent of a cat, you know that keeping your beloved family member safe is paramount, especially when it comes to them coming into contact with plants in your home. The spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum), also called anthericum, ribbon plant, and spider ivy, is a common household plant. Could a spider plant pose a threat to your favorite feline? What effect could a spider plant have on your cat if they ate it? Do you need to stop your cat from eating a spider plant? Read this blog to find the answers to these questions and more.

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