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Why does my cat lick itself so much?

Cats are expert groomers and spend a lot of their waking hours tending to their fur. Their tongues even have little “comb”-like structures that help them clean. For this reason, cats don’t need to be bathed the same way as dogs.

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ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435

Pet Poison Hotline: (800) 213-6680

Important side note

on pet toxicities

During COVID, as people introduced new substances into their homes, such as baker’s yeast, paint, and vitamin D3, pet poisonings notably increased. Keep your pet safe by avoiding these highly toxic household products.

Over-the-counter drugs of all sorts (painkillers, cold medications, dietary supplements, etc.)
Insecticides
Household plants
Household cleaners (including hand sanitizer)
Heavy metal including lead, zinc and mercury
Fertilizers and other garden-related products
Automotive chemicals including antifreeze which is one of the most highly poisonous substances

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Pet Poison Control Hotline

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ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435

Pet Poison Hotline: (800) 213-6680

Important side note

on pet toxicities

During COVID, as people introduced new substances into their homes, such as baker’s yeast, paint, and vitamin D3, pet poisonings notably increased. Keep your pet safe by avoiding these highly toxic household products.

Over-the-counter drugs of all sorts (painkillers, cold medications, dietary supplements, etc.)
Insecticides
Household plants
Household cleaners (including hand sanitizer)
Heavy metal including lead, zinc and mercury
Fertilizers and other garden-related products
Automotive chemicals including antifreeze which is one of the most highly poisonous substances