Don't Ever Do These Things to Your Cat<br>By Kathy Blumenstock<br>With a cat or two around the house, even the most dedicated pet parent may slack off and take Kitty’s presence for granted. Even the simplest oversight may have big consequences on your cat’s well being and quality of life. Here are 8 things you should NEVER do to your fave feline<br>Editors’ Note: The slideshow “8 Things You Should Never Do to Your Cat” was not created as a definitive and…
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