Cats

Cats can eat vegetables, but they don’t need them to be healthy. Because cats are obligate carnivores, they get most of their nutrition from meat-based food. But if your cat is poking around your salad, you can give them some vegetables as a treat. That said, veggies should be served in moderation, making up no more than 10% of the total calories of your cat’s daily diet, with the rest coming from a complete and balanced cat food.,Cats are obligate carnivores (meaning cats eat meat to survive), and a cat’s diet should generally be high in protein and fat. But that doesn’t mean your cat can’t enjoy the occasional vegetable treat! In fact, adding a few cat-safe vegetables in small quantities to your kitty’s regular diet can provide a few health benefits. So, what vegetables can cats eat? Learn all about cats and vegetables, the health benefits of these veggies, and the best way to feed them to your cat. We’ve also listed 10 veggies your feline friend should never have. Before introducing any new food into your cat’s diet, always check with your veterinarian.

Make your party extra spooky with Halloween costumes for both furry friends and their pet parents. In preparation for the party, let guests know there will be a Halloween-themed pet costume contest. That way, they know to bring their A game (and to bring their pets in costume). For the Pet Costume Contest: Gather all entrants together and then let partygoers vote on the best costume. To avoid everyone voting for their own pet, institute a rule in which you have to vote for a pet other than your own. Provide prizes, like Frisco’s mummy and coffin squeaky toy, for the first-, second- and third-place winners. And don’t forget to reward all participating pets with some delicious Halloween treats, like Merrick’s Oven Baked Pumpkin Patch dog treats.,Make this Halloween memorable by throwing the best pet Halloween party on the block. And what party is complete without some games? When considering games for pets at your party, don’t forget to choose some games in which parents can participate as well. Playing games is a great way to keep all your guests—both two- and four-legged—entertained. From a new take on the classic bobbing for apples to a game that puts the emphasis on the “trick” in “trick-or-treating,” we’ve rounded up eight fun dog-friendly and cat-friendly Halloween party games to play at your Halloween pet party this year.

If your dog’s eyes appear cloudy or have a milky-white tint, cataracts could be the cause. This condition affects the lens of the eye and can interfere with normal vision.   A relatively common eye problem, cataracts in dogs often worsen over time and can potentially lead to blindness.   We spoke to three veterinarians to understand what cataracts are, what causes them, and how treatment can help restore your pup’s vision.  

If help for animals is one of your holiday to-dos, we’ve got good news: Using Chewy Wish List, you can find out exactly what supplies your local organization needs most. Search our network for shelters and rescues in your area or, if you have a favorite organization, find them by name. Then shop their curated list of pet products, and Chewy will deliver them directly to their doorstep.,‘Tis the season to help animals, big and small! As you prepare for Thanksgiving and begin shopping for stocking stuffers for friends and family, consider picking up some animal shelter donations, too. The holiday season is a great time to give back and help animals, after all. You can donate dog food, cat litter and much more!

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It’s always difficult to leave your pet behind when you are leaving on vacation, but sometimes it is necessary. To help you and your pup endure your time apart, it is important to plan ahead and make sure everything is organized so that when you leave, you know your pup is well-cared for.

Shiny fur? Check. Heart-healthy fats? Sure thing! Relief for achy joints? The research says yes.   These are just a few of the benefits of salmon oil for cats. Packed with omega-3s and other key nutrients, fish oil is scientifically proven to support feline health, and salmon oil is often the superior choice.  

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If you’ve ever wondered, can bearded dragons eat kale, the answer is yes, but with caution. Kale offers an impressive amount of nutrients, but it also contains compounds that require moderation for bearded dragons.   Here’s a deep dive into how to include kale in your beardie’s diet safely and effectively. 

If you think cats are low maintenance, easy pets, think again. First-time cat owners have to be ready to play with their cats, says Borns-Weil. “Kittens are very playful. They have a high need for interaction and stimulation and predatory play.” She recommends that new cat owners provide a stimulating environment for your cat by giving them access to puzzle toys and plenty of interaction with you. “They’re at this stage in life where play is really important to them or their development. You want to provide tons of opportunity for that predatory play,” says Borns-Weil. The only thing she doesn’t advise? Hand play. She’s spotted glove toys with pom-poms attached on the fingers on store shelves and recommends avoiding them. Likewise, you’ll want to try to put a stop to any “inappropriate” behavior. “You want to entirely discourage any kind of inappropriate play early on,” says Borns-Weil. “If they leap out at you when you’re walking by you don’t want to interact. You want to avoid and prevent.”,If you’re planning to become a new cat owner (or, as we like to think of it here at Chewy, cat parent), you’re probably looking forward to the joy of having a new creature in your house. But if you’re a first-time cat owner, be prepared for a few surprises. Cats can be prone to what new owners might describe as “weird behavior” (think: leaping up on counters, running wild in the dead of the night or playing in boxes). But rest assured, these behaviors are typical. “When you think about getting a cat, you’re kind of living with a wild animal,” says Stephanie Borns-Weil, a veterinarian and a behaviorist at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. “The cat will be happiest if you can provide an environment with your cat where it gets to do what cats do.” Here are eight behaviors new cat owners should expect and ways you can cope with them to make life easier for you and your cat: