Janelle Leeson

Janelle is a cat mum to two resident adventure kitties, Lyra and Atlas, and numerous cat and kitten fosters. Janelle and her furry family enjoy filling their days with hiking, kayaking, and seeking out the best cat-friendly destinations around the Pacific Northwest. You can follow Janelle, her adventure kitties, and adoptable fosters at @paws_pdx.

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5 Ways Indoor Cats Can Get Fleas—and How To Prevent Them

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Not even indoor cats are safe from these bloodsuckers.

Meowing Mayhem: Why Your Cat is Meowing So Much and What You Can Do About It

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Is your cat meowing because she's happy, mad, sad, or not feeling well? As with everything cat behavior and health—it's all about context.

10 Calmest Cat Breeds That Are Anything but Wild

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One of these peaceful pals could be your next BFF.

Where Should You Put Your Cat's Litter Box? The Best (and Worst) Spots

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The wrong spot could lead to a real mess.

What Is a Feral Cat? How Are They Different Than Stray Cats?

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Feral and stray cats have one thing in common: They live a rough-and-tumble outdoor life. Here's how you can help them.

What's The Difference? Feline Veterinarians Compare Wet vs. Dry Cat Food

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The right choice for your cat depends on a few factors.

How Much Sleep Do Cats Need? A Lot, Experts Say

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Plus, how much they sleep can vary on their lifestyle, boredom level, and even the season.

Chewy's Early Black Friday Sale Has Begun—Here Are Over 50 of the Best Pet Deals You Don't Want To Miss

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Deals on pet tech, dog toys, automatic litter boxes, and more have dropped ahead of Black Friday.

How Many Eyelids Do Cats Have? Here's What a Cat Eye Doctor Says

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Here's what you should know about your cat's third eyelid—and what to do if it's showing.

How Much Sleep Do Cats Need? A Lot, Experts Say

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Plus, how much they sleep can vary on their lifestyle, boredom level, and even the season.

Chewy's Early Black Friday Sale Has Begun—Here Are Over 50 of the Best Pet Deals You Don't Want To Miss

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Deals on pet tech, dog toys, automatic litter boxes, and more have dropped ahead of Black Friday.

How Many Eyelids Do Cats Have? Here's What a Cat Eye Doctor Says

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Here's what you should know about your cat's third eyelid—and what to do if it's showing.

How Often Should Cats Poop? Learn if Your Cat Is Regular and What To Do if They're Not

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And what does normal cat poop even look like? We get into all of the dirty details.

5 Ways to Stop a Cat from Peeing in the House (And Why They're Doing It)

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Urinating outside of the litter box is a clear sign something isn't right. Help your cat get back to feeling her best with these supportive strategies.

How to Tell When a Cat Is Ready to Give Birth, So You Can Support Your Little Mama on the Big Day

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Cat birth is called queening, and the good news is that your queen-to-be will do most of the work herself.

How Do Cats Know to Use the Litter Box? We've Got the Scoop

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We're getting down to business on how cats naturally know how to ... do their business.

Can Cats Eat Candy Corn? What To Know About This Halloween Favorite

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Here's what you need to know before sharing your Halloween stash with your cat.

New Kitten Checklist: 13 Essential Supplies You Need When Bringing a Kitten Home

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From the right kitten food to essential care items you might not have considered, here's everything your kitten needs for a happy, healthy start.

Do Cats Know When You Are Sad?

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Cats use all of their senses to better understand and communicate with their favorite humans—including when we're feeling blue.

Do Cats Cry? A Feline Behavior Expert Explains What To Do When Your Cat Is Feeling Blue

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Cats don't shed tears when they cry, but that doesn't stop them from vocally expressing sadness or pain. Learn why your cat is crying and how to help them feel better.