CALWIRE Pet Report (Wednesday, October 21, 2026)

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Today's top story: Chatting About Cosmetic Animal Testing, Covid Conspiracies, & Brainless Cats | Chatty Cattys, Episode 39. This roundup covers 12 stories from Catster.

Chatting About Cosmetic Animal Testing, Covid Conspiracies, & Brainless Cats | Chatty Cattys, Episode 39
In this episode of Catster's Chatty Cattys podcast, Dr. Karyn and Nicole dive deep into the fascinating world of feline sleep... — Catster

Who’s a Scaredy Cat? Keeping Cats Safe This Halloween
Halloween can be an exciting night for families, but all that activity can leave cats feeling unsettled. Strange costumes, unfamil... — Catster

The Common Flea Pill Preventing New World Screwworm
For many cat parents, the brand Capstar might ring a bell. This small, fast-acting tablet has long been used to kill adult fleas o... — Catster

Ask Dr. Paola – HELP! My Orphaned Kittens Are Suckling Each Other! (October 19, 2026)
Welcome to our "Ask Dr. Paola" series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to... — Catster

PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Review 2026: Our Expert Opinion
Pet ownership is booming, but when it comes to adoption, the biggest hurdle isn’t willingness; it’s receiving the right support an... — Catster

Neakasa Riko Fresh-Made Wet Meal Feeder Review 2026: Our Expert’s Opinion
When it comes to achieving high indoor air quality in a home with pets, the challenges are many. And getting the “best” purifier o... — Catster

Comfort Zone Calming Mousse Review 2026: Our Expert’s Opinion
When it comes to achieving high indoor air quality in a home with pets, the challenges are many. And getting the “best” purifier o... — Catster

Chatting About Safe Scruffing Education, Feline Altruism, and Our Guest, Cyril | Chatty Cattys, Episode 38
In this episode of Catster's Chatty Cattys podcast, Dr. Karyn and Nicole dive deep into the fascinating world of feline sleep... — Catster

The Cat Network, Inc. – How a $35 Bounty Started an Epic Journey
So, I was a dog guy. I have always been a dog guy, and yes, for those who are dog guys, this is a zero-sum claim. It means we not... — Catster

The Silent Health Problem Vets Say Most Cat Owners Never See Coming
Dental disease is one of the most common health problems seen by vets, yet it's also one of the easiest to overlook. Cats are... — Catster

The Mission to Help Feral Cats – It Takes More Than One Day to Make a Difference
Since 2001, October 16th has been known as National Feral Cat Day – an opportunity to raise awareness about community cats (also c... — Catster

Annual Cat Writers’ Association Conference: The Cat Event of the Year Is Coming to Dallas–Fort Worth
Calling cat-loving authors, journalists, photographers, artists, broadcasters, podcasters, veterinarians, TNR practitioners, rescu...

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