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How to Walk a Cat on Leash

Walking a cat can enrich your pet's life; it lets cats explore the world in a safe way. Learn how to walk a cat on a leash or harness.

Woman walking a cat on leash

How to Introduce Cats to Dogs

Get step-by-step instructions and tips for how to successfully introduce a cat and dog, ensuring that all pets are safe and calm in the process.

Happy tan-and-white dog next to a black cat

How to Introduce Cats to Each Other

Knowing how to introduce cats to each other will reduce the likelihood of problems such as fighting. Here's what to know about introducing cats.

longhair Siamese cat sitting with another cat, a dog, and a person after the cats were introduced to each other successfully

Why Cats Knead (aka Making Biscuits)

Learn about cats making biscuits, or kneading, a fascinating and wonderful aspect of feline evolutionary behavior.

Siamese kitten making biscuits on a colorful cat bed

Why You Should Give Your Cat a Cardboard Box

Find out why cats who have boxes have lower stress levels than cats who do not have boxes.

Gray cat with head and paw sticking out of a cardboard box

How to Keep Your Cat Cool When It's Hot Outside

If your home is feeling warm, here are some tips to transform it into a kitty oasis so that you have a cool cat.

Calico cat lying in a white porcelain sink

How to Reduce Your Cat's Stress During Fireworks

Here are three tips, including a new one recently discovered, on how to help your cats feel safe and calm during fireworks and loud festivities.

Black cat peeking head out of a hole in an enclosed bin

How to Foster Contagious Cats

Samantha Bell, Best Friends' cat expert, wants to share her experience to ease any doubts about fostering sick cats.

Two kittens with scabies sitting on a tiny couch next to each other

What It's Like to Foster Kittens

Fostering pets is an incredibly heartwarming experience that makes a world of difference and saves lives.

Tabby foster kitten playing with a toy being held by a child sitting on a couch

10 Reasons to Adopt a Cat

If you’ve ever considered adopting a cat or adding another to your crew, now is the time. Here's why.

Gray and white cat lying in a cardboard box

All About Cat Hissing

Cat hissing is not “mean," it’s communication.

A tabby and white cat hissing with mouth open and ears back

How to Help Your Foster Cat Get Adopted Faster

When potential adopters meet foster kittens or adult cats, the felines might not always aim to impress. Here's how to help them show off their personalities.

Person playing with a wand toy with her foster kitten

What Does Catnip Do to Cats?

Watch this video to find out the variety of ways cats can react to catnip.

Gray tabby cat lying on her side, with catnip scattered around her and tongue sticking slightly out

What Our Cats Actually Want From Us

Here are some helpful tips to indulge our beloved cats while catering to their unique preferences.

Person's arm playing with a wand toy with a cat who is standing on his back legs to reach it

How to Help Cats Who Hide

Our favorite, mind-blowing tip to help cats who hide might surprise you.

Cat in a cloud shaped formation part of a cat tree, peeking out a round hole

Tips for Adopting Shy Cats

Here are lots of tips on how to help shy cats become confident and comfortable.

Cat hiding in a nook within a cat tree