Articles by Avery Felman
Avery Felman
Avery is a writer and producer. She has written for numerous publications, including Refinery29, BuzzFeed, and V Magazine. When she’s not at her computer, you can find her reading, practicing her Greek on Duolingo, and delving into the Sex and the City discourse. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband and their cat, Chicken, who rules with an iron fist.
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nutrition9 Cat Meal Toppers for Finicky Eaters
Tips for improving your cat’s appetite with these tasty add-ons.
Tips for improving your cat’s appetite with these tasty add-ons.
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shoppingYou Can Transfer Your Woo-Woo Crystal Habit to Your Stressed-Out Cat
Merci Collective founder Chani Ronez on her new collection of crystal and catnip-infused toys for cats.
Merci Collective founder Chani Ronez on her new collection of crystal and catnip-infused toys for cats.
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shopping9 Best Cat Sweaters
Your copy cat wants in on sweater weather. Here are some dog sweaters fit for felines.
Your copy cat wants in on sweater weather. Here are some dog sweaters fit for felines.
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shoppingBest Cat Litter in 2024: Low-Tracking, Dust-Free, Eco-Friendly
Helping your cat find their preferred litter doesn’t have to be a crapshoot.
Helping your cat find their preferred litter doesn’t have to be a crapshoot.
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lifestyleHow to Walk Your Cat on a Leash
Adventure Cats author Laura Moss’s step-by-step guide for hitting the streets with your cat.
Adventure Cats author Laura Moss’s step-by-step guide for hitting the streets with your cat.
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Save your sofa.
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shoppingThe Best Dog Harnesses of 2024
Experts pick the best harnesses for every kind of dog—from flat-faced breeds to tiny teacups to escape artists.
Experts pick the best harnesses for every kind of dog—from flat-faced breeds to tiny teacups to escape artists.
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shopping4 Best Flea and Tick Preventatives and Treatments to Protect Your Kitty
From collars to topicals to chews, here are the flea and tick preventatives we’re giving our cats this summer.
From collars to topicals to chews, here are the flea and tick preventatives we’re giving our cats this summer.
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shopping6 Natural Paw Balms That Will Keep Your Pup Safe From Summer Heat
The best paw balms, based on veterinarian recommendations.
The best paw balms, based on veterinarian recommendations.
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shopping42 Deals That Will Have Your Pet Stoked for Memorial Day 2024
Wild One, Little Beast, Maxbone, and more should be on your holiday shopping list this year.
Wild One, Little Beast, Maxbone, and more should be on your holiday shopping list this year.
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shopping5 Best Dog Raincoats to Keep Your Pup Dry and Lookin’ Fly
Get ready for those early summer rainstorms.
Get ready for those early summer rainstorms.
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lifestyleHow to Claim Your Foster Pet on Your Taxes
That’s right, you can write off all that puppy food (and pee pads).
That’s right, you can write off all that puppy food (and pee pads).
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Your pup should keep these in their medicine cabinet.
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shopping7 of the Best Ear Cleaners for Dogs
Wash away all that grime and end their incessant scratching with a few drops.
Wash away all that grime and end their incessant scratching with a few drops.
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shopping14 Swoon-Worthy Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Cat
Catnip-stuffed roses, blush-pink cat caves, heart-shaped scratchers, and more ways to show your kitty some love this V-day.
Catnip-stuffed roses, blush-pink cat caves, heart-shaped scratchers, and more ways to show your kitty some love this V-day.
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shopping22 Best Amazon Products for Pets—According to Reviewers
Reviewers (aka real pet parents) picked these best-selling, highest-rated toys, probiotics, poop bags, and more.
Reviewers (aka real pet parents) picked these best-selling, highest-rated toys, probiotics, poop bags, and more.
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shopping9 Subscription Boxes Your Cat Will Thank You for Endlessly
Curated treats, toys, and catnip. What more could a cat ask for—besides the cardboard the toys arrived in?
Curated treats, toys, and catnip. What more could a cat ask for—besides the cardboard the toys arrived in?
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shopping8 Best Cat Puzzles to Piece Through
Colorful feline-themed puzzles that will be the best gift you ever give to yourself.
Colorful feline-themed puzzles that will be the best gift you ever give to yourself.
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shoppingWhat Should I Get My Cat For the Holidays?
Spoil your kitty with the best this holiday season.
Spoil your kitty with the best this holiday season.
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shopping12 Holiday-Themed Toys Your Dog Will Sniff Out as Soon as You Wrap Them
This selection of reindeer plush toys and dreidel squeakers will help make the season bright.
This selection of reindeer plush toys and dreidel squeakers will help make the season bright.
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healthHow Cold is Too Cold For Outdoor Cats?
Be a good neighbor and learn to spot the signs of frostbite in your community cats.
Be a good neighbor and learn to spot the signs of frostbite in your community cats.
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shopping16 Customized Gifts For People Wanting To See More Of Their Pet
Nothing beats a thoughtful gift (and nothing evokes oohs and awws like our beloved pets).
Nothing beats a thoughtful gift (and nothing evokes oohs and awws like our beloved pets).
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shoppingThe Best Halloween Costumes For Cats in 2023
The best costumes that you and your cat’s Instagram followers will get a kick out of.
The best costumes that you and your cat’s Instagram followers will get a kick out of.
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nutrition | Can My Cat Eat This?What Fruits and Veggies Can Your Cat Feast On?
Pass the fruit bowl — it’s treat time.
Pass the fruit bowl — it’s treat time.
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lifestyleHow to Give Your Cat a Halloween That Won’t Make Them Hiss
Cats might be a symbol of Halloween, but that’s as far as they want it to go.
Cats might be a symbol of Halloween, but that’s as far as they want it to go.
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lifestyle | Behind the BrandEllen Van Dusen & Snips in Living Color
The designer on playing with patterns, punching up home decor for dogs, and that time Harry Styles sported a Dusen Dusen sweater on SNL.
The designer on playing with patterns, punching up home decor for dogs, and that time Harry Styles sported a Dusen Dusen sweater on SNL.
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A rundown of the most common cat expenses.
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shoppingCelebrity Groomer Jess Rona’s Favorite Beauty Products For Spiffy Pups
Because spa day can happen at home, too.
Because spa day can happen at home, too.
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behaviorNot All Cat Toys Are Created Equal
Here are the toys that will motivate your pet to get in the game.
Here are the toys that will motivate your pet to get in the game.
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shopping42 Best Labor Day Deals for Pets
From Dyson’s pet hair vacuum to Fable’s coveted crate, a post-summer oasis awaits everyone in the fam.
From Dyson’s pet hair vacuum to Fable’s coveted crate, a post-summer oasis awaits everyone in the fam.
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shoppingDog Trainer Robert Haussmann’s Favorite Enrichment Toys
Kinship Collective expert shares his top toys and tools, from classics Kongs to snuffle mats to slow feeders.
Kinship Collective expert shares his top toys and tools, from classics Kongs to snuffle mats to slow feeders.
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shoppingPrettyLitter Has Beauty and Brains
At long last, a litter that’s for more than just scooping.
At long last, a litter that’s for more than just scooping.
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shoppingTreat Your Cat to These Matcha and Mochi-Inspired Catnip Toys
Finally. Toys that foodies, er, felines, will appreciate.
Finally. Toys that foodies, er, felines, will appreciate.
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shoppingI Tested My Cat’s DNA, and Here Are the Results
From health predispositions to breed history, Wisdom Panel’s genetic testing revealed my cat’s internal world.
From health predispositions to breed history, Wisdom Panel’s genetic testing revealed my cat’s internal world.
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nutritionThe 5 Best Fish Oils for Cats
The next best thing to branzino, omega-3s support your cat’s skin, brain, joint, and heart health.
The next best thing to branzino, omega-3s support your cat’s skin, brain, joint, and heart health.
![A fluffy Siamese cat sitting on the wooden floor playing with a the Snake Cat Toy from Boba and Vespa next to a striped Calathea plant]()
shopping7 Cat Kicker Toys That Will Help Your Cat Beat Their Boredom
The cat kicker toys that will keep your cat booked and busy (and kicking like they’re Megan Rapinoe).
The cat kicker toys that will keep your cat booked and busy (and kicking like they’re Megan Rapinoe).
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shoppingThe Ultimate Shopping List for Your New Cat
It’s National Kitten Day! Here are all the new cat essentials you need, recommended by real pet parents.
It’s National Kitten Day! Here are all the new cat essentials you need, recommended by real pet parents.
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shopping14 Food-Themed Toys to Tease Your Cat
From burritos to baguettes, these catnip-stuffed toys may curb your cat’s munchies.
From burritos to baguettes, these catnip-stuffed toys may curb your cat’s munchies.
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shoppingKatie Beth Miedaner Is Giving Visibility to Disabled Pets One Skincare Routine At a Time
Self-care with a side of cats.
Self-care with a side of cats.
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shopping | Behind the BrandFloof Takes a Gentle Approach to Your Itchy Dog’s Skincare
Mark your pups’ self-care calendars: The company’s eco-friendly, allergy-friendly products are launching July 17.
Mark your pups’ self-care calendars: The company’s eco-friendly, allergy-friendly products are launching July 17.
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