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3 weeks ago | kinship.com | Alycia Washington

We’ve all heard the term “mangy cat,” and often picture an undernourished street cat with little to no human contact. But even well-cared-for cats can be diagnosed with mange, and the changes to their skin and coats isn’t always super obvious. What does mange look like on a cat? Let’s discuss. Main takeawaysMange is caused by infestation of the skin with tiny mites. Many types of mange are highly contagious between cats, and some can be passed on to people and other pets.

1 month ago | kinship.com | Chyrle Bonk

Fats have gotten a bad rap in the past, and it’s true that too much can cause some real problems. But when we break it down, certain fatty acids can be very beneficial. Not only are they a great source of energy – they boost two and a half times more than either protein or carbohydrates – but they also carry a lot of other positive benefits, including helping to keep their skin and coat healthy and foot pads supple. Feel good, look good? Win, win. That being said, not all fats are created equal.

1 month ago | kinship.com | Sio Hornbuckle

A new survey by YouGov got to the bottom of how people think about their relationships with pets, and found many think they're their pet's best friend and vice versa.

2 months ago | kinship.com | Charles Manning

Last week, a Giant Schnauzer named Monty made history. He is the first of his breed to win Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, an American Kennel Club (AKC)-sanctioned event. He’s a gorgeous dog, and we want to take a moment to congratulate sweet Monty for his achievement, but many online commenters voiced concern over his cropped ears and docked tail.

2 months ago | kinship.com | Shelby Neely

Cats are quite fascinating to look at, especially because they have many features that are so different from other animals. One particularly curious characteristic is the hanging pouch on the underside of their bellies. This loose, sagging skin is often mistaken for just fat, and the cat is believed to be overweight. That may be the case, but this isn’t always true. Every cat has this pouch, even the most svelte ones.