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Finding out your cat swallowed a pair of socks and part of your underwear is a pet owner’s worst nightmare. If your cat exhibits a peculiar obsession with eating jumpers, socks, or other fabrics, you’re certainly not alone. Some cats develop a habit of consuming soft toys and clothing, which can be perplexing and deeply concerning for veterinarians and owners alike. Let’s explore why your cat might be targeting your wardrobe and how you can help stop this alarming behavior.

The Halloween season is one of my favorite times of year, as it is for many people. The spooky festivities, the leaves, the weather, the scary movies, the candy, the orange and black, and the cool decorations—don’t you just love it? I go crazy buying festive Halloween gifts for my house, both inside and outside.

Hydration is so important for our cats, especially because they tend to have a low thirst drive. Cat Years Hydration Booster is marketed as a daily lickable treat to help your cat get the hydration they need. The Cats.com Standard—Rating Cat Years on What Matters We’ve rated the brand on six key criteria for quality. Here’s how it rates in each of these six crucial areas.

Amy Brown-Towry / Cats.com Pawup is a growing pet treat brand that focuses on natural, limited‑ingredient snacks made from real, high‑quality animal proteins. While not as widely known as some of the major pet food manufacturers, Pawup has built a positive reputation among pet parents who prefer simple, species‑appropriate treats without artificial additives. The brand specializes in freeze‑dried meats and egg‑based treats, offering single‑ingredient options that appeal to both cats and dogs.

Katelynn Sobus / Cats.com Have you ever wished that you could check up on your outdoor cat to see where they’re hiding, or wanted to monitor your indoor cat’s activity levels even while you’re out of the house? GPS cat trackers have come a long way in recent years, and many of them even include health tracking features. Unfortunately, not every pet tracking device delivers on its promises.

Dolasetron is a medication historically used for vomiting and nausea in human and animal patients. It is discontinued in the US but may still be available in other countries. Photo Nature Travel / Shutterstock.com Dolasetron is a less common but potential option for treating nausea and vomiting in cats. Although currently discontinued in the United States, it may still be available outside the US, though it also has dose-related limitations for cats.

Katelynn Sobus / Cats.com Cat trackers are a vital resource for cat parents, whether your cat ventures outside daily or only escapes the house from time to time. While there are various tracking methodologies available, GPS trackers like Tractive’s CAT 6 Mini are the best fit for most cat parents. They allow you to track your cat at any distance, so long as they remain in the country and the tracker is able to access cell service.

Amy Brown-Towry / Cats.com Silvervine has a powerful effect on many cats, sometimes stronger than catnip, though every cat responds a little differently. Silvervine comes from the Actinidia polygama plant, and its active compounds, actinidine and dihydronepetalactone, stimulate the same scent pathways that catnip does.

Amy Brown-Towry / Cats.com The Polahaku Cat Exercise Wheel is a large, wood‑based running wheel designed to give indoor cats space to walk, jog, and burn off energy. With its wide carpeted track and 48‑inch diameter, it promises a roomy, low‑maintenance way to support feline exercise at home. But does it live up to those claims once assembled and introduced to real cats, and how well does it hold up in everyday use?

Kellie B. Gormly / Cats.com Whoever would have thought that working on litter boxes would be fun? Well, nobody ever will enjoy dealing with cat waste, but an Australian company called MichuPet indeed makes the task less unpleasant and, in fact, a little bit fun and even stylish.