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08/19/2025

Many pet food brands highlight blueberries as a source of antioxidants, suggesting health benefits for pets. Blueberries are indeed rich in polyphenols, plant compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that support both human and animal health.

In this study, researchers analyzed 40 popular bags of pet food (18 cat and 22 dog) purchased from four pet stores, Pet Valu, Global Pets, Rens Pet Depot, and Pet Smart, listing blueberries as an ingredient to measure quercetin, free phenolics, and antioxidant-protected phenolics. Overall, cat kibble had lower average levels of quercetin and antioxidant-protected phenolics compared to dog kibble. Free phenolics were minimal to undetectable in all products.

The findings suggest that extruded kibble containing blueberries is unlikely to provide meaningful levels of polyphenols on its own, and therefore may not serve as a reliable antioxidant source for cats and dogs.

Blueberries are one of the ultimate longevity foods, like a suit of armor for your pet.🐾🫐 Rich in prebiotic fiber and powerful polyphenols, they help repair DNA, fight free radicals, slow aging, protect against cell damage, and support the body’s antioxidant defenses making them one of the best anti-aging treats to share straight from your fridge! (opt for spray-free if possible!)

Start with ¼ to ½ tsp per 10lbs of body weight a day.

08/19/2025

Love this! Appropriate scratching options are crucial to our cats' well-being. While there are ready-made options for those of us who aren't as handy, it's great seeing the effort and ingenuity that goes into creating the perfect scratcher!

08/19/2025

Do you know where your pet's food comes from? This is great information about how you can shop to support farm animal welfare.

One way pet owners and guardians can make a positive impact for animals is by understanding the connection between the food we feed our companion animals and the farm animals used in pet food. It is possible to advocate for both better quality food for cats and dogs and better treatment of farm anim...

08/17/2025

Okay, late notice, I know, but if you're free tomorrow, 8/17, at 8pm EDT, please join us!

Litterbox problems bringing your adoption numbers down? Mary Molloy, Certified Cat Behavior Consultant, joins Shelter Behavior Hub for our newest Sunday chat with some practical solutions!
Join Trish McMillan of McMillan Animal Behavior and Mary this Sunday, 17 August 2025, at 8:00 pm EST, for a free chat on cat elimination challenges, for new ideas about how to improve outcomes for cats who could use some better bathroom manners.

This is a great primer for those joining the Shelter Cat Behavior Mentorship this coming week as well as a friendly introduction to the topic for all cat lovers; from shelter staff and volunteers to veterinary professionals and general cat enthusiasts.

Ready to learn how to help cats think inside the box? Want to learn how to solve elimination challenges like a pro? Join us on Sunday!

The webinar is free, but you need to register at the link in the comments. 🙂
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04/04/2025

03/15/2025

It's ! Not every cat wants to be outside; but if yours does, why not build them a catio? It's a safe enclosure where your kitties can enjoy the outdoors. There's no one right size--catios can range from a simple window box to a lavish space complete with multiple levels and tunnels. Some tips: make sure that everything is cat-proof and dig-proof, and see that they have access to shade and fresh water. Any plants nearby must be cat-friendly. Beyond that, you can outfit your catio with any of your cat's favorite things! Extra points for things to scratch and climb.

03/13/2025

Today is National K-9 Veterans day, a day to reflect on and honor the service of American military working dogs. The date commemorates the day in 1942 when the US Army first began training dogs for specific military use. Gratitude to all who served, including those with four legs.

09/05/2024

Happy National White Cat Day! Show me your white kitties!

09/04/2024

Global unowned cat conference from International Cat Care. It's free, and ICC puts out excellent information!

Right now, we are facing possibly the greatest challenge to cat welfare due to overpopulation that we have seen in decades.

08/06/2024

National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day reminds us that cats require just as much care as we do! Ongoing regular checkups keep your cat happy and healthy. Learn ways you can help from trusted leaders in feline care. Visit here often for updates, and make sure you sign up