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Cathy has spent the past 35 years working in animal welfare.
She brings her experience and advice to the blog where you can find answers to common pet questions.
Should You Be Worried About Birds of Prey Stealing Your Dog?
Dear Cathy, Pickles weighs 13 pounds, and my husband recently declared, with great seriousness, that a hawk could swoop down […]
Why Exposed Bellies Mean Different Things
By Cathy M. Rosenthal There’s something universally irresistible about a dog or cat rolling over and showing you their belly. […]
Helping Pets Adjust to a New Home
By Cathy M. Rosenthal I’ve been traveling a lot lately. While delayed flights and lost luggage are frustrating, they aren’t […]
Nighttime Guardians: Feeding Feral Cats with “Thelma and Louise”
By Cathy M. Rosenthal Some heroes work in the spotlight. Others, like “Thelma and Louise,” work in the shadows — […]
Brain Games for a Smarter, Happier Dog
By Cathy M. Rosenthal Your dog loves chasing a ball, going for walks, and maybe even splashing through puddles. But […]
Apartment Living with a Barking Dog? Here’s How to Keep the Peace
Dear Cathy, I just got a nine-month-old puppy. He’s a good-sized dog, about 50 pounds. My problem is, I need […]
Why Might Pets with Black Fur Take Longer to Get Adopted?
Dear Cathy, Do pets with black fur get overlooked at shelters? A three-year-old black cat I adopted had been at […]
Helping Your Dog Cope with Separation Anxiety
By Cathy M. Rosenthal The other day, a friend called me from her vacation condo. Her husband and daughter had […]
Why Does My Dog Fart So Much?
by Cathy M. Rosenthal I was sitting on the couch the other night, enjoying a peaceful moment with my dog […]
“Catios” offer felines a safe way to enjoy the outdoors
by Cathy M. Rosenthal Keeping cats indoors has long been the gold standard for responsible pet ownership. It protects them […]