I got my first cat when I was seven years old and I had a crush on the actor who played Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The family computer room was a mess of dial-up and massive machines at that time. I lied about my age and became a moderator on an online community of cat owners because I read a pamphlet included in the kitty litter my mom bought.
I wouldn't recommend that specific message board, but there are more reliable sites online for cat owners to learn about their pet's health and happiness and shop around for stimulating toys and cute little hats.
If you are worried about the health of your cat, you should go beyond the internet. It could be run by a seven year old with too much time on her hands. Give your doctor a call.
When my cat starts acting differently in any way, you can find me searching for the problem on the internet, followed by the term "Reddit" (he doesn't feel threatened as the alpha in my home). When you need to know what to do after catching your cat eating something he shouldn't, or pulling them off of a stray cat, there are boards like r/AskVet.
Reddit is a wild place for pet owners. Credit: Getty Images
The goal of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is to prevent animal abuse. If your house cat doesn't need to be rescued, but you want to help animals in need and post pets for adoption, the ASPCA site has a lot of helpful tips and resources.
The ASPCA has been around for pet advice for more than a century. Credit: Getty Images
Petkeen has a board of veterinarians, vet technicians, animal trainers, and an editorial team that offers advice backed by research and science for everything you need to know about your cat. They cover everything from safety tips for cats and dogs to food reviews for horses and hamsters.
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There are videos of bottle feeding kittens and trips for traveling with pets at Best Friends Animal Society. The organization runs a massive sanctuary for animals without homes and helps provide other services for animals.
Best Friends Animal Society is a nonprofit with tons of tips. Credit: Getty Images
I like Chewy because it's very easy to use and I have a spending problem. The site also launched a veterinary service that allows you to communicate with a doctor.
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PetMD is a place to go for information on animals. It is a great resource for pet health and care. If you constantly check for symptoms for your pet, you could end up believing they are always sick, when in reality, they may just be having an off day. If you have specific concerns about your cat, call your vet.
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The site was created by Dr. Jean Hofve and Jackson Galaxy from the TV show, My Cat from Hell. Little Big Cat is all about helping people care for their cats so they won't give them up for adoption or become strays. Here, you can find everything from health and nutrition advice to behavior tips.
Little Big Cats wants to help you keep your cat happy and healthy inside the apartment. Credit: Getty Images
VCA Animal Hospitals is a great place to look for a veterinary hospital in your area. There are hundreds of pet health articles and tips on nutrition, therapies, behavior, breeding, and more on the site.
VCA Animal Hospitals can help you find a reputable veterinary hospital in your neighborhood. Credit: Getty Images
Cat-World is a website about cats. There are a lot of care topics on this site, from the best products to buy when introducing a new cat to your family, to what to expect behaviorally from your feline. It also has breed profiles, which is very helpful to understand your cat, because so many of us have no idea what kind of cat we have.
Cat-World is by and for cat owners. Credit: Getty Images
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