Cat Health & Safety

Cats are curious and playful, and they’ve got a great sense of smell, too! All of which often leads kitties straight to the household trash and the dangerous “treats” lurking inside, such as food scraps, empty food bags, and the trussing string from a holiday bird or roast. To keep your cat out of trouble, and the Animal ER, use sturdy, covered trash cans and keep them out of kitty’s reach behind closed cabinets or doors. And don’t forget about your bathroom doors and wastebaskets … cats love dental floss, but it’s not kind to their intestines (Tip #68).