Concerned that your cat might be stressed or anxious? We’ve got some good news from our pals at Okoa Pet – their “Chill, Kitty Kitty” CBD+ Calming Treats for Cats might just be the ‘purr-fect’ antidote to your cat’s stress. These tasty natural soft chews are designed to:
Help your cat cope with sources of stress such as unfamiliar surroundings, a trip to the vet, or separation
Dial down your cat’s stress-induced behaviors including excessive meowing, pacing, hiding, or increased aggression
Offer a natural calming remedy to help your cat relax
“Chill, Kitty-Kitty” CBD+ calming treats for cats are delicious, natural soft chews made with organic broad-spectrum hemp with naturally occurring CBD. Win a pack (contest details below).
Each chew combines 2mg of CBD with other premium calming ingredients including choline, taurine, tryptophan, and valerian root. Infused with catnip extract, your cat will love chilling with this great-tasting, natural salmon-flavored calming treat.
We tested them on two of our most finicky clan (Sloan (left) & Ming (right) – photo below). Neither are nervous cats, so we really couldn’t assess the efficacy, but we wanted to see if they at least liked the taste. Both of them gave these calming soft chews a ‘two paws up’.
When should I consider calming support for my cat?
As in humans, anxiety is something that cats suffer from when they become stressed out by a situation. Cats become edgy when they sense danger, and they move into ‘fight-or-flight mode, psychologically preparing themselves to take major action to avoid harm. This response can be absolutely critical to survival when it’s necessary, but anxious cats move into a ‘fight-or-flight’ mindset far too often, and when they don’t need to. This effect can be devastating and stressful for a cat, severely affecting his mood and quality of life.
Anxiety can be triggered by many different things, but the most common anxiety triggers are a change of environment and being left alone. For instance, a cat moving into a new home will be placed into unfamiliar surroundings, and likely experience some initial nervousness. If they are left alone in this new environment, that can make their anxiety even worse.
“Chill-Kitty Kitty” soft chews are a natural calming remedy designed to help your kitty cope with stress. They’re Infused with hemp-derived CBD and other calming herbs like valerian root for gentle relaxation.
Directions for Use
Meant for cats of all sizes, Okoa Pet “Chill, Kitty Kitty” CBD+ infused calming cat treats are administered by mouth to help your kitty relax. Give one hour before needed or twice generally for daily use. Finding the right serving size can vary from one situation to the next. Okoa Pet recommends starting with a small serving size and slowly increase it once a week until you see results. For best results give 1/2 to 1 chew twice daily.
Our test pilot (Sloan – video below) was quite taken with these treats.
We’re pleased to announce that the kind folks at Okoa Pet offered us 5 packages of their CBD Calming Treats for five lucky Purrington Post readers to WIN!
* Contest Details
This contest ends on June 30th, 2022 and is available to North American residents. To enter you simply need to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
I would love my cat to try these CBD Calming Treats because [your answer]
The 5 winners will be chosen from all the correctly submitted entries by the Okoa Pet team and contacted by email on or around July 15th, 2022. Good luck.
Special Offer: From now until the end of July 2022 with coupon code ‘OKOAPURRING’ you’ll get 10% OFF any purchase from Okoa Pet storewide on checkout. For more details please check out Chill, Kitty Kitty.
Concerned that your cat might be stressed or anxious? We’ve got some good news from our pals at Okoa Pet – their “Chill, Kitty Kitty” CBD+ Calming Treats for Cats might just be the ‘purr-fect’ antidote to your cat’s stress. These tasty natural soft chews are designed to:
Help your cat cope with sources of stress such as unfamiliar surroundings, a trip to the vet, or separation
Dial down your cat’s stress-induced behaviors including excessive meowing, pacing, hiding, or increased aggression
Offer a natural calming remedy to help your cat relax
“Chill, Kitty-Kitty” CBD+ calming treats for cats are delicious, natural soft chews made with organic broad-spectrum hemp with naturally occurring CBD. Win a pack (contest details below).
Each chew combines 2mg of CBD with other premium calming ingredients including choline, taurine, tryptophan, and valerian root. Infused with catnip extract, your cat will love chilling with this great-tasting, natural salmon-flavored calming treat.
We tested them on two of our most finicky clan (Sloan (left) & Ming (right) – photo below). Neither are nervous cats, so we really couldn’t assess the efficacy, but we wanted to see if they at least liked the taste. Both of them gave these calming soft chews a ‘two paws up’.
When should I consider calming support for my cat?
As in humans, anxiety is something that cats suffer from when they become stressed out by a situation. Cats become edgy when they sense danger, and they move into ‘fight-or-flight mode, psychologically preparing themselves to take major action to avoid harm. This response can be absolutely critical to survival when it’s necessary, but anxious cats move into a ‘fight-or-flight’ mindset far too often, and when they don’t need to. This effect can be devastating and stressful for a cat, severely affecting his mood and quality of life.
Anxiety can be triggered by many different things, but the most common anxiety triggers are a change of environment and being left alone. For instance, a cat moving into a new home will be placed into unfamiliar surroundings, and likely experience some initial nervousness. If they are left alone in this new environment, that can make their anxiety even worse.
“Chill-Kitty Kitty” soft chews are a natural calming remedy designed to help your kitty cope with stress. They’re Infused with hemp-derived CBD and other calming herbs like valerian root for gentle relaxation.
Directions for Use
Meant for cats of all sizes, Okoa Pet “Chill, Kitty Kitty” CBD+ infused calming cat treats are administered by mouth to help your kitty relax. Give one hour before needed or twice generally for daily use. Finding the right serving size can vary from one situation to the next. Okoa Pet recommends starting with a small serving size and slowly increase it once a week until you see results. For best results give 1/2 to 1 chew twice daily.
Our test pilot (Sloan – video below) was quite taken with these treats.
We’re pleased to announce that the kind folks at Okoa Pet offered us 5 packages of their CBD Calming Treats for five lucky Purrington Post readers to WIN!
* Contest Details
This contest ends on June 30th, 2022 and is available to North American residents. To enter you simply need to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
I would love my cat to try these CBD Calming Treats because [your answer]
The 5 winners will be chosen from all the correctly submitted entries by the Okoa Pet team and contacted by email on or around July 15th, 2022. Good luck.
Special Offer: From now until the end of July 2022 with coupon code ‘OKOAPURRING’ you’ll get 10% OFF any purchase from Okoa Pet storewide on checkout. For more details please check out Chill, Kitty Kitty.
If your cat has cancer and you’re wondering what to do, we are here to help.
Having been through our own cat cancer diagnosis, this is our guide to coping with feline cancer emotionally, physically, and financially.
If you found us here at Fluffy Kitty through our little Yoda’s Instagram, then you probably already know about his journey with Feline Injection Site Sarcoma — an aggressive feline cancer.
Now a Tripod Traveller, Yoda has undergone both the amputation of his leg and finished his 19 rounds of radiation treatment to put him in a stable position with further monitoring in the future. He’s been so brave (and his usual spicy self!) throughout.
If you want to read more about discovering Yoda’s cancer and our journey through diagnosis and treatment options, you can read the full article on Yoda’s Cancer Story here.
His bravery has inspired us to keep sharing his story in the hope it can help others. So we wanted to write this post about coping with feline cancer.
Because we found that a diagnosis like this can start a chain reaction of worries and questions:
My Cat Has Cancer – What Do I Do?
What can I do to help my cat with their cancer?
Will my cat survive cancer?
What does cat cancer treatment cost?
What If I can’t afford the cat cancer treatment?
The emotional, physical and financial toll of a cat cancer diagnosis is real. Having been through it ourselves, we want to help you find the answers to these questions and find the support you need.
In this article:
What to do first when your cat has cancer
Cat cancer treatment cost guide
Strategies for fundraising
Feline cancer support group suggestions
What to Expect When Your Cat Has Cancer
I remember so clearly when we left the appointment with Yoda. There’s a huge chance you are feeling the same way we did. Powerless and overwhelmed in the face of the diagnosis.
In times of stress, it can sometimes be useful to focus on a concrete plan of action for your next steps, so we’ve drawn up one for you here.
Gather as Much Information as You Can
In that initial examination and diagnosis phase, everything can feel like a blur. It can be tough to take in information when being hit with news like this about your beloved kitty.
So if you are reading this before your next appointment, it’s worth trying to remember to record your vet visits on your phoneor ask a friend to come and help you with writing down information.
At these appointments, find out as much as you can from your vet. Get an indication of your pet’s general health, the advised next steps, what the treatment options are and what kind of quality of life they can lead.
Sometimes, reaching a definite diagnosis can be difficult with cats – for example, biopsies do not always contain enough good quality material for diagnosis. However, it’s still great to get as much information as you can for your fur friend’s wellbeing.
And if you were overwhelmed and struggled to take it all in, don’t be afraid to give your vet a call afterward and ask for some support. Ultimately, the more information you have, the more decisions you can make from an informed and calm place.
Assess Treatment Options
There are three basic types of treatment for feline cancer:
Surgery — Most often for isolated lumps that have not spread (‘metastasized’) and that are in operable areas (like Yoda’s was.) Using the removed tissue, specialists can usually detect if the cancer is likely to reoccur or spread.
Chemotherapy — Used mainly to slow down and reduce the symptoms of feline cancer, chemotherapy usually has far fewer effects on pets than it does on humans.
Radiotherapy — Usually only available at specialist centers, radiotherapy also works to slow and reduce the cancer’s effects. Because your pet needs to be absolutely still for the treatment, a short general anesthetic is given for each treatment.
There are also some newer, more experimental treatments emerging too. These include photodynamic therapy (using a drug that is activated by light to kill cancer cells) or immunotherapy (reducing or boosting the immune system to either attack or dupe the cancer cells in remission).
Any form of treatment will usually require frequent vet visits, and some further travel if you need to go to specialist centers, as we did for Yoda’s radiation. So it’s worth factoring in these visits and checking the geography of it all with your vet.
Prepare for Cat Cancer Treatment Costs
The cat cancer treatment cost can be another source of stress for owners who are already struggling with the emotional turmoil of diagnosis. Having been through this ourselves, we can say, hand on heart, we know how you are feeling.
To help you start to put a plan in action, here’s an idea of the cost of cat cancer treatment:
Initial Consultation
You can expect to pay anywhere from $125—$250 for an initial consultation with an oncologist, depending on their location and experience. By calling the clinic or hospital beforehand, they can give you an idea of what to budget for.
How Much Does Chemotherapy for Cats Cost?
Pet chemotherapy costs depend on the length of treatment, the location of the cancer, and the kind of hospital you are having the treatment in. With this in mind, a chemotherapy ‘dose’ costs anywhere from $150 to $600.
So this would be multiplied by the number of doses your kitty would need, which could reach the thousands.
However, that fee usually covers the whole ‘project’ of chemotherapy, so it includes the recheck exam fee, blood work, chemo prep, and administration costs. But it’s worth asking this before starting any treatment to help you create a budget.
Again, speaking to your veterinarian or oncologist can usually help you find a more accurate figure for your cat’s specific circumstances.
How Much Does Cat Cancer Radiation Cost?
Radiation costs range from $1000 — $1800 for a palliative (wellbeing-focused) series, and $4500 — $6000 for a curative series (this means intended to help other treatments or reduce the chances of recurrence.)
Begin to Form A Financial Plan
It can feel hard to stare these numbers in the face, and much easier to put our heads in the sand and blindly put them on a credit card.
But sitting down and organizing them into a proper budget, while it may feel scary, will again allow you to feel some sense of control over this overwhelming situation. It’s a small step towards action that can help to soothe some of that anxiety.
Once you have the numbers to hand, you can start working out how to pay for the treatment.
Check in with your insurance provider, and see where your policy stands on cancer and what you are entitled to.
Check your savings account and see how much you can afford to pay out to take the edge off some of the excess costs that aren’t covered by your insurance.
Calculate what’s leftover, and begin to form a repayment plan. Whether that’s using a credit card to pay back the cost over a period of months, or even asking a friend or family member to offer you a loan.
It’s also worth asking if the oncology department has a payment plan or finance agreement you can use, to help spread the cost.
What If You Can’t Afford Cat Cancer Treatment?
The cost of cancer treatment can be so unexpected. We know, because we’ve been there!
Sometimes you just don’t have the insurance cover you thought you did, or life just chooses to kick you when your savings are already down — but you aren’t alone.
Here is a list of options you can take to help you pay for feline cancer treatment:
Run a fundraiser to help offset some of the costs. We did this with Yoda, using Go Fund Me, and the generous cat community has helped us raise over $2000. It goes without saying that we are humbled & immensely grateful for this amazing and generous support. So don’t be afraid to ask for help, because cat lovers everywhere are behind you.
The Animal Cancer Foundation has a list of helpful resources to help you and your pet through the cancer journey, both emotionally and financially.
You could search for free clinical trials using the AVMA Animal Health Studies Databasefor your cat’s treatment, however, be sure to discuss this thoroughly with your vet first to be sure it’s the right decision for your cat’s wellbeing.
Joining a Cat Cancer Support group on Facebook or other platforms is a great way to stay in the know about grants or support schemes, as well as the emotional benefits of sharing a common experience.
Keep Quality Of Life In Mind
While the rollercoaster of cat cancer can feel all-consuming, the most important element is of course your cat’s wellbeing.
Can a cat live with cancer? My cat has cancer; when do I put him down? These are common questions we see across our feed, and difficult topics to talk about. But knowing when euthanasia might be the kindest option for your beloved kitty is something to try and stay rational about.
Vets are well aware of the importance of keeping animals pain-free and happy for as long as possible, and that’s the goal of everyone involved in the treatment. Sadly, for some cats, there may come a point when they are suffering more than they are gaining.
Both you and your vet should work together to continually evaluate your cat’s wellbeing, and try and recognize together when this decline occurs.
While it can be hard to hear, try to understand that your vet only wants the best for your pet, and if they are in severe unrelievable pain, your vet is likely to encourage you to choose euthanasia as the kindest option.
That’s why joining support groups, having family and friends ready for support and amazing communities like this one here are so important. As is cherishing every moment you have with your furry best friend.
They really are so special to us, and that’s why we started Fluffy Kitty — to embody that amazing friendship they bring us.
Final Thoughts: Coping With Feline Cancer
We hope this guide has helped you with what to do after a cat cancer diagnosis. We know first hand what an emotional & financial rollercoaster cancer can be to deal with.
But know that support is out there in many forms and that your pet is lucky to have you there when they need you most.
Do let us know if this article has helped you in any way, and any further topics you’d like us to write about. We’d love to hear from you.
Disclaimer:
Brittany, Paul, and the Fluffy Kitty team are not veterinarians. This article is based on facts, research, and personal experiences. We provide you with the best information we can but you are of course free to follow our advice or not. Paul and Brittany (and Yoda) shall in no event be held liable for any loss or other damages including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or any other damages.
Cats and lizards don’t have to be enemies and pet lizards have even been known to form strong bonds with their feline siblings. In fact, isn’t uncommon to see pictures of cats and Bearded Dragons cuddling!
While these species can be friends, forging a friendship will depend entirely on your pet’s personalities and how you go about introducing them. Some cats simply don’t like lizards and that can’t really be changed, but how you introduce them can have a big impact on their relationship.
If you plan introducing your pets there are a few common mistakes that people make that can set your pets up for failure. However, if you know how to avoid them, you are one step closer to building a interspecies friendship.
Introducing your pets without a barrier– If you are hoping to introduce your cat to your pet lizard for the first time, you should always make that introduction through a barrier. This barrier will make the initial encounter a lot safer for both pets. Keeping your lizard in a glass enclosure or behind a screen door will help prevent a negative encounter. If you are introducing your pets and something goes wrong, for example your cat may lunge at a new lizard when it moves, then the barrier will prevent the cat from making direct contact and possibly hurting lizard.
Not understanding your pet’s behavior– The best thing you can do before introducing your cat to their new reptilian sibling is understand their behavior. Knowing what your animals look like when they are stressed, angry, calm or aggravated can help you determine how successful the encounter is going. If you introduce your cat to your new Bearded Dragon and your cat is hissing, growling, and displaying stiff body posture, it is likely very uncomfortable with the new animal. On the other hand, if your Bearded Dragon’s beard is turning black, they are head bobbing or hissing they are likely stressed and uncomfortable as well. If you are introducing your cat to a Leopard Gecko, you may see them gape their mouths and wave their tail if distressed. Learning these cues can help you stop a negative encounter before it turns dangerous.
Leaving them alone together- One of the biggest mistakes you can make is leaving your cat and lizard alone together. Even if it seems they have formed a close bond and enjoy each other’s company, leaving them unsupervised can turn dangerous quickly. While it is unlikely your cat will be harmed, your lizard can be severely injured or even killed by an angry cat. All interactions between your cat and lizard should be supervised. With supervision you can quickly step in and stop a bad situation from getting worse.
Forcing a relationship– If your cat doesn’t like your new Bearded Dragon or vice versa, there isn’t much you can do to change that. If you have properly introduced your pets and they just don’t seem to like each other, don’t force their relationship. Trying to forge a friendship between your lizard and cat when both participants are unwilling is a recipe for disaster. Forcing interactions will likely only stress out both pets and cause tensions to rise within your household. In these cases, it will be best to keep your pets separated. This may mean they need to be in separate rooms completely. Always listen to what your pets are trying to tell you, and if they are saying “I don’t like this” you should respect them and listen.
Not giving your pets their own space– Most animals are territorial and be more aggressive if they think other animals are infringing on their territory. Because of this, you may find some tension if you introduce animals in their own space. For example, bringing your new Leopard Gecko into your cat’s favorite cat tree may make your cat act aggressively. On the other hand, if your cat finds its way into your new Bearded Dragons enclosure, you may see your lizard head bobbing and threatening the intruder. Avoid introducing animals in rooms where they eat and sleep as they often view these areas as their territory. So, if you are thinking about setting up your new lizard’s enclosure in rooms where your cat eats or sleeps, try finding more neutral locations. Neutral areas can be spaces like offices or guest bedrooms where both pets don’t eat, sleep or frequent often. These neutral spaces are ideal to introduce your pets for the first time where both parties will feel comfortable.
Introducing your cat to your new lizard can be daunting, but if you introduce them properly your odds of success increase exponentially.
The first time you introduce your cat to your lizard you should provide a barrier in between them for safety. You should also know what stressed behavior looks like so you can tell if this interaction is making them unhappy. When introducing your pets you should avoid introducing them in areas where they sleep or eat since that can increase the chances your animals become territorial. Even if your pets form a close bond, never leave them alone together as that can be dangerous for both parties if things go wrong.
Lastly, don’t force your pets to be friends if they don’t want to. Some pet’s personalities just don’t mesh well and that’s okay.
Avoid these mistakes and your cat could be cuddling with your Bearded Dragon in no time!
This guest post was kindly contributed by a lifelong reptile lover who has kept pet lizards since childhood. He requested to remain anonymous.
Cats and lizards don’t have to be enemies and pet lizards have even been known to form strong bonds with their feline siblings. In fact, isn’t uncommon to see pictures of cats and Bearded Dragons cuddling!
While these species can be friends, forging a friendship will depend entirely on your pet’s personalities and how you go about introducing them. Some cats simply don’t like lizards and that can’t really be changed, but how you introduce them can have a big impact on their relationship.
If you plan introducing your pets there are a few common mistakes that people make that can set your pets up for failure. However, if you know how to avoid them, you are one step closer to building a interspecies friendship.
Introducing your pets without a barrier– If you are hoping to introduce your cat to your pet lizard for the first time, you should always make that introduction through a barrier. This barrier will make the initial encounter a lot safer for both pets. Keeping your lizard in a glass enclosure or behind a screen door will help prevent a negative encounter. If you are introducing your pets and something goes wrong, for example your cat may lunge at a new lizard when it moves, then the barrier will prevent the cat from making direct contact and possibly hurting lizard.
Not understanding your pet’s behavior– The best thing you can do before introducing your cat to their new reptilian sibling is understand their behavior. Knowing what your animals look like when they are stressed, angry, calm or aggravated can help you determine how successful the encounter is going. If you introduce your cat to your new Bearded Dragon and your cat is hissing, growling, and displaying stiff body posture, it is likely very uncomfortable with the new animal. On the other hand, if your Bearded Dragon’s beard is turning black, they are head bobbing or hissing they are likely stressed and uncomfortable as well. If you are introducing your cat to a Leopard Gecko, you may see them gape their mouths and wave their tail if distressed. Learning these cues can help you stop a negative encounter before it turns dangerous.
Leaving them alone together- One of the biggest mistakes you can make is leaving your cat and lizard alone together. Even if it seems they have formed a close bond and enjoy each other’s company, leaving them unsupervised can turn dangerous quickly. While it is unlikely your cat will be harmed, your lizard can be severely injured or even killed by an angry cat. All interactions between your cat and lizard should be supervised. With supervision you can quickly step in and stop a bad situation from getting worse.
Forcing a relationship– If your cat doesn’t like your new Bearded Dragon or vice versa, there isn’t much you can do to change that. If you have properly introduced your pets and they just don’t seem to like each other, don’t force their relationship. Trying to forge a friendship between your lizard and cat when both participants are unwilling is a recipe for disaster. Forcing interactions will likely only stress out both pets and cause tensions to rise within your household. In these cases, it will be best to keep your pets separated. This may mean they need to be in separate rooms completely. Always listen to what your pets are trying to tell you, and if they are saying “I don’t like this” you should respect them and listen.
Not giving your pets their own space– Most animals are territorial and be more aggressive if they think other animals are infringing on their territory. Because of this, you may find some tension if you introduce animals in their own space. For example, bringing your new Leopard Gecko into your cat’s favorite cat tree may make your cat act aggressively. On the other hand, if your cat finds its way into your new Bearded Dragons enclosure, you may see your lizard head bobbing and threatening the intruder. Avoid introducing animals in rooms where they eat and sleep as they often view these areas as their territory. So, if you are thinking about setting up your new lizard’s enclosure in rooms where your cat eats or sleeps, try finding more neutral locations. Neutral areas can be spaces like offices or guest bedrooms where both pets don’t eat, sleep or frequent often. These neutral spaces are ideal to introduce your pets for the first time where both parties will feel comfortable.
Introducing your cat to your new lizard can be daunting, but if you introduce them properly your odds of success increase exponentially.
The first time you introduce your cat to your lizard you should provide a barrier in between them for safety. You should also know what stressed behavior looks like so you can tell if this interaction is making them unhappy. When introducing your pets you should avoid introducing them in areas where they sleep or eat since that can increase the chances your animals become territorial. Even if your pets form a close bond, never leave them alone together as that can be dangerous for both parties if things go wrong.
Lastly, don’t force your pets to be friends if they don’t want to. Some pet’s personalities just don’t mesh well and that’s okay.
Avoid these mistakes and your cat could be cuddling with your Bearded Dragon in no time!
This guest post was kindly contributed by a lifelong reptile lover who has kept pet lizards since childhood. He requested to remain anonymous.
Say so long to scooping with this intelligent, automated self-cleaning litter box. Introducing Leo’s Loo Too – a giant step forward for Catkind. Equipped with Google and Alexa voice controls, a mobile app, triple layer safety protection, automated UV light that kills up to 99.9% of bacteria, odor elimination and plenty more features like advanced sensors, radar and even anti-pinch technology to keep your kitty safe. Check out the sleek modern design which will look great in your home especially with a choice of four cute colors!
Leo’s Loo Too is the newest addition to the Smarty Pear family. Smarty Pear is a California based technology company dedicated to improving life for pets and pet parents through innovative smart products like Leo’s Loo.
With noise levels quieter than most home appliances, Leo’s Loo Too might just be the quietest unit available on the market with noise levels of only 30 dB during cleaning cycles (equivalent of a whisper). It uses a molded one piece drum designed to prevent leaking – unlike most competitors that use two pieces which allow for leakage between the seams.
Best of all, we’re giving one away! (contest details below).
Connected Smart Home App
Remotely monitor and control your Loo from anywhere in the world. You can access and adjust settings and view activity reports anywhere you have an internet connection.
Just Say “Alexa” or “Hey Google”
Turn your Leo’s Loo Too off or adjust key settings using Alexa or Google voice assistants. Leo’s Loo Too easily integrates with both voice assistant platforms.
UV Rays that Eliminate 99.9% of Bacteria
Leo’s Loo Too utilizes UV rays to kill bacteria. After your cat exits the Loo, the machine projects UV rays into the waste drawer to thoroughly sterilize. The UV rays are 99.9% effective at eliminating bacteria, parasites and viruses.
Easy to clean and maintain
All major components of Leo’s Loo disassemble easily making cleaning much less of a chore.
Check out the video below to see how it works:
* Contest Now Closed
The kind folks at Smarty Pear offered us 1 x Leo’s Loo Too for one very lucky Purrington Post reader to WIN! Approx. retail value of $600 USD.
This contest ended on June 9th, 2022 and was available to U.S. residents only. To enter you simply needed to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
My cats names are [names of your cats] and we would love to win a Leo’s Loo Too self-cleaning litter box because [your answer]
The winner was chosen from all the correctly submitted entries and contacted by email.
Disclosure: Please note that by entering this contest entrants agreed that their email address will be made available to the Leo’s Loo Too team. This post is a paid promotional placement.
Say so long to scooping with this intelligent, automated self-cleaning litter box. Introducing Leo’s Loo Too – a giant step forward for Catkind. Equipped with Google and Alexa voice controls, a mobile app, triple layer safety protection, automated UV light that kills up to 99.9% of bacteria, odor elimination and plenty more features like advanced sensors, radar and even anti-pinch technology to keep your kitty safe. Check out the sleek modern design which will look great in your home especially with a choice of four cute colors!
Leo’s Loo Too is the newest addition to the Smarty Pear family. Smarty Pear is a California based technology company dedicated to improving life for pets and pet parents through innovative smart products like Leo’s Loo.
With noise levels quieter than most home appliances, Leo’s Loo Too might just be the quietest unit available on the market with noise levels of only 30 dB during cleaning cycles (equivalent of a whisper). It uses a molded one piece drum designed to prevent leaking – unlike most competitors that use two pieces which allow for leakage between the seams.
Best of all, we’re giving one away! (contest details below).
Connected Smart Home App
Remotely monitor and control your Loo from anywhere in the world. You can access and adjust settings and view activity reports anywhere you have an internet connection.
Just Say “Alexa” or “Hey Google”
Turn your Leo’s Loo Too off or adjust key settings using Alexa or Google voice assistants. Leo’s Loo Too easily integrates with both voice assistant platforms.
UV Rays that Eliminate 99.9% of Bacteria
Leo’s Loo Too utilizes UV rays to kill bacteria. After your cat exits the Loo, the machine projects UV rays into the waste drawer to thoroughly sterilize. The UV rays are 99.9% effective at eliminating bacteria, parasites and viruses.
Easy to clean and maintain
All major components of Leo’s Loo disassemble easily making cleaning much less of a chore.
Check out the video below to see how it works:
* Contest Now Closed
The kind folks at Smarty Pear offered us 1 x Leo’s Loo Too for one very lucky Purrington Post reader to WIN! Approx. retail value of $600 USD.
This contest ended on June 9th, 2022 and was available to U.S. residents only. To enter you simply needed to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
My cats names are [names of your cats] and we would love to win a Leo’s Loo Too self-cleaning litter box because [your answer]
The winner was chosen from all the correctly submitted entries and contacted by email.
Disclosure: Please note that by entering this contest entrants agreed that their email address will be made available to the Leo’s Loo Too team. This post is a paid promotional placement.
We’re kicking off the month of May with another cool contest. Our pals at Pet Ki Enterprises Inc. specialize in handcrafted toys that are designed to stimulate cat’s/kitten’s natural hunting instincts by having toys that resemble real life bugs and critters that cats would normally chase in the wild.
Their RompiCatz toy collection are premium quality, excellent durability and built with top-of-mind safety. Cats never get tired of playing with them.
Some of you may remember the very popular Neko Flies collection of cat toys – they have recently been rebranded in the U.S. as the Critter Collection. Both are now under the umbrella brand called RompiCatz.
We’re excited to announce that Pet-Ki kindly offered us 2 pawsome prize packs from their Critter Collection that two lucky Purrington Post readers will WIN! Each prize pack is valued at $78 USD and here’s what they contain:
2 – classic rods
1 – bugzbird/birbug
1 – cattipeed/kattipede
1 – wily mouse/foxifur kittenator
* Contest Details
This contest ends on May 22rd, 2022 and is available to all North American residents. To enter you simply need to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
My cats names are [names of your cats] and we would love to win this RomiCatz prize pack because [your answer]
The 2 winners will be chosen by the Pet-Ki team from all the correctly submitted entries and contacted by email on or around May 30th, 2022. Have fun with your entry and of course, GOOD LUCK!
We’re kicking off the month of May with another cool contest. Our pals at Pet Ki Enterprises Inc. specialize in handcrafted toys that are designed to stimulate cat’s/kitten’s natural hunting instincts by having toys that resemble real life bugs and critters that cats would normally chase in the wild.
Their RompiCatz toy collection are premium quality, excellent durability and built with top-of-mind safety. Cats never get tired of playing with them.
Some of you may remember the very popular Neko Flies collection of cat toys – they have recently been rebranded in the U.S. as the Critter Collection. Both are now under the umbrella brand called RompiCatz.
We’re excited to announce that Pet-Ki kindly offered us 2 pawsome prize packs from their Critter Collection that two lucky Purrington Post readers will WIN! Each prize pack is valued at $78 USD and here’s what they contain:
2 – classic rods
1 – bugzbird/birbug
1 – cattipeed/kattipede
1 – wily mouse/foxifur kittenator
* Contest Details
This contest ends on May 22rd, 2022 and is available to all North American residents. To enter you simply need to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
My cats names are [names of your cats] and we would love to win this RomiCatz prize pack because [your answer]
The 2 winners will be chosen by the Pet-Ki team from all the correctly submitted entries and contacted by email on or around May 30th, 2022. Have fun with your entry and of course, GOOD LUCK!
Knoxville is well known for its top-notch Southern hospitality to visitors. However, the Tennessee city has become incredibly pet-friendly in recent years, too. Nowadays, you’ll find many pet-friendly hotels in Knoxville, with options for all budgets.
In addition, most restaurants and bars with outdoor seating will welcome your four-legged friend and even include some petting and freshwater.
You can also enjoy plenty of fun activities with your fur child, including an abundance of green spaces, nature trails, and many other outdoor attractions equally enjoyable for human and animal companions.
So if you’re traveling through Tennessee with your fur baby, check out our ultimate guide to pet-friendly Knoxville.
Staybridge Suites is one of the best pet-friendly hotels in Knoxville West. They permit two pets of any size to stay, and you can leave them in the room unattended, providing they remain in their crate. The fee is $50 per pet per stay, so it’s a fab choice if you stay in Knoxville for a week or more.
Another reason we like this hotel is that it’s surrounded by large grassy areas and a small lake where you can walk your fur child. What’s more, the hotel is within walking distance of the lovely Turkey Creek.
The hotel offers a fab breakfast buffet and a complimentary evening social on select nights with snacks and beer. There is an outdoor pool for your enjoyment and a small fitness center. Various room types are available. We particularly like the studio suites with a sofa, fridge, toaster, and dishwasher.
The Hilton in the city center is one of the top pet-friendly places to stay in Knoxville for those looking for a central location. They allow two pets per room, weighing up to 75 pounds. The fixed pet fee of $75 per pet per stay works out better value for more extended stays.
The upmarket hotel has an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a large patio with fire pits, and a fully equipped gym. Plus, the onsite restaurant serves an excellent buffet breakfast.
The hotel is just a few blocks from the Tennessee River, where you can take your furry friend for a gentle stroll. The light and airy rooms have excellent city views, and select rooms have couches. All rooms have coffee-making amenities and luxury toiletries.
TownePlace Suites in Cedar Bluff is one of the best pet-friendly hotels in Knoxville for short stays. They charge $25 per night for up to two pets of any size. The hotel has a small outdoor pool, gym, and laundry/dry cleaning services. They also offer guests a continental breakfast buffet every morning.
There are some superb pet-friendly restaurants nearby with alfresco seating outside. If you’re traveling with a feline, you can take them across the road to Chesapeake’s Seafood Restaurant for a real treat!
The studio-style rooms feature a kitchenette with a stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee machine. Therefore, it’s a perfect choice if you like to give your fur baby home-cooked meals. The suites either have an armchair or sofa bed, plus a desk and an ensuite with a bathtub.
La Quinta in Knoxville Central Papermill is hugely pet-friendly, letting guests bring up to 2 pets with no extra charges. In addition, the hotel is a short walk from the riverside pet-friendly Lakeshore Park, which is a gorgeous place to go for your morning or evening strolls. Here, you will also be within walking distance of many excellent eateries.
The rooms have carpeted floors, microwaves, refrigerators, and single-serving coffee machines. I recommend booking the Deluxe King Room with a sofa, coffee table, and more floor space. See the available rooms here. The hotel also offers free parking, laundry services, and access to their outdoor pool.
Residence Inn Cedar Bluff is easily another of the best pet-friendly hotels in Knoxville, allowing guests to bring two pets up to 75 pounds, and you can keep them in the room unattended. The pet fee is $50 for 1 to 5 nights and $100 for longer stays.
The hotel serves an excellent breakfast buffet, and there are lovely outdoor patios with cozy seating and heaters to enjoy. The spacious studios have a large, L-shaped sofa, plenty of floor space, cozy carpeted floors, and a small table.
Suppose you’re looking to stay on the city’s outskirts, closer to nature. In that case, you’ll find this Holiday Inn — the best pet-friendly lodging in Knoxville North.
The hotel accepts two pets up to 80 pounds for an additional fee of $35 per stay. In addition, they have select pet-friendly rooms on the first two floors, and you can leave your furry friends unattended in the room while you go out.
The hotel, on Merchant Drive, is a short stroll from many restaurants and bars, including Austin’s Steak & Homestyle Buffet, which serves all the classic Southern dishes. It’s also very close to the off-leash dog park at Victor Ashe and various other small parks and recreation areas.
The rooms have soft lighting, carpeted floors, and air conditioning. They also include many amenities, such as a tea/coffee maker, microwave, and satellite TV.
You can check rates and learn more by clicking here.
Pets can stay for free at all Red Roof Inns, so this is an excellent option if you’re looking to base yourself in Knoxville West. However, the motel only allows one pet per room, so is only one of the best pet-friendly hotels in Knoxville if you have a solo kitty or pup.
Knoxville’s Red Roof Inn is situated in the heart of Cedar Bluff, surrounded by plenty of restaurants and shops. There is a large outdoor patio and pool onsite and many grassy areas. The rooms are modern and stylish, with wooden flooring, a high-quality work desk, a small fridge, and a microwave.
Find out more and book your room at Red Roof here!
Americas Best Value Inn in Knoxville East is a pet-friendly accommodation that charges no additional fee for bringing cats or dogs. You can bring up to two pets of any size, but you are not permitted to leave them in the room alone.
The Inn typically assigns the ground floor rooms to guests with pets. The air-conditioned rooms have modern designs with wooden floors, soft lighting, and a small fridge for keeping your fur baby’s food chilled.
There’s an outdoor pool, laundry machines, and complimentary parking. There isn’t a restaurant on-site, but there are plenty of eateries a short walk from the motel. Check out Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, which has pet-friendly outdoor seating.
Crowne Plaza is another of the top pet-friendly hotels in Knoxville downtown, situated close to the university, art museum, and many other attractions.
They allow two pets of any size per room for a $35 fee per stay. However, you cannot leave them in the room unattended here.
The hotel is very close to the pet-friendly World’s Fair Park, Morningside Park, and the Tennessee River, giving you plenty of options for leisurely strolls. In addition, the hotel has an indoor pool, fitness area, lavish restaurant, and pub-style bar.
Many rooms have an armchair or small sofa, desk, TV, and mini-fridge. The rooms have a modern yet warm design, with hardwood flooring and dark wood furniture.
Drury Inn in the West Knoxville district welcomes cats and dogs to stay for a daily fee of $40. Up to two pets are allowed in one room, with a combined weight of 80 pounds. However, this hotel does not let guests leave their pets unattended in the room.
The 3-star hotel offers a daily breakfast buffet to all (human) guests, and there is a hot tub and small indoor pool on site. The standard rooms are surprisingly spacious, and the suites have a lounge area with a large sofa, desk, and coffee maker.
Ready to book? Reserve your room (free cancellation) at the Drury Inn.
Guide to Pet-Friendly Knoxville, TN
Now that you know the best pet-friendly hotels in Knoxville, you’ll be eager to plan an epic itinerary.
You’ll find many pet-friendly Knoxville outdoor areas and natural attractions, including dog parks and walking trails.
You can also treat your four-legged friend to a trip to the dog bakery or the pet spa!
Pet-Friendly Activities in Knoxville
Parks
Lakeshore Park in Knoxville West is a 185-acre general recreation public park where you can walk your dog or cat. It’s a great place to take kitties in particular, as pets must be kept on their leash, so your feline will be safe. There’s a vast open grass area, several walking trails, and some splendid riverfront viewpoints.
Dogwood Park at Victor Ashe Parkis a must-visit pet-friendly Knoxville attraction for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Dogwood Park is a one-acre off-leash area with ramps, tunnels, and jumps to keep your canine entertained for hours. There is also a lovely doggy fountain so your pup can stay refreshed. If you’re traveling with a cat, there are other parts of Victor Ashe Park where dogs must be leased and thus are safe for felines.
Tommy Schumpert Park is an ample green space on the city’s outskirts that has a dedicated dog park. What’s good about this dog park is that there are separate areas for large dogs and small pups, keeping everyone safe and happy. What’s more, there is a dog swimming area, jumping dock, water fountain, and dog waste stations.
Walking Trails
House Mountainis an excellent pet-friendly alternative to the nearby Smoky Mountains. House Mountain State Natural Area is a short 20-minute drive from Knoxville and features a fun hike up to the summit. Although the walk is short, it’s moderately challenging. Still, you’ll experience incredible vistas from the top and can take some fantastic photos with your fur baby there.
Forks of the Riverhas a staggering 50 miles of interconnected trails, forested areas, and splendid river views. Therefore, you’ll find many superb walking routes here, and leashed pets are always welcome.
Ijams Nature Centeris located next to Forks of the River in South East Knoxville. It is a pet-friendly nonprofit nature center with wetlands, rock formations, and 10 miles of trails. Moreover, you can rent canoes, kayaks, and SUPs here, making for a fab activity if you have a water-loving canine. Alternatively, there are many small streams for your pet to refresh and play in.
Activities & Attractions
Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretumconsists of 47 acres of landscaped gardens and lawns, walking trails, historic stone walls, and timeless buildings. As pets are allowed into the botanical garden, you can explore it with your four-legged friend, and it’s free entry, too. However, you’ll need to keep them on their leash at all times.
Southside Garage Food Truck Parkis a hip food truck park located in the South Landing area of South Knoxville. They have a large selection of local craft beers, and the food trucks rotate. It’s an excellent place to spend a relaxed afternoon with your pup or kitty as they have a large patio, plenty of grassy areas, and a feel-good vibe.
Knoxville’s Perfect Blend Scavenger Hunt Touris a unique way to explore Knoxville’s sights. What makes it even better is that you can bring your fur baby along. On this scavenger hunt tour, you’ll see landmarks like Bijou Theater, Blount Mansion, and Krutch Park as you complete challenges and solve puzzles. The fun walk lasts around 2 hours, and you’ll explore about 1.6 miles around the city center.
Pet-Friendly Restaurants in Knoxville
Tomato Head in Market Square is one of the best pet-friendly eateries Downtown. They have lots of covered outdoor seating, and the staff will even bring your pet a water bowl. Head here for a tasty brunch.
Downtown Grill & Brewery is another pet-friendly restaurant to check out in the city center. They have front and back outdoor seating, friendly staff, and mouthwatering food. Come here for a creative sandwich washed down with a local craft beer.
Aubrey’s in Strawberry Plains is a farm-to-table restaurant, always cooking with the freshest ingredients. Highlights include Famous Strawberry Salad, Grilled Salmon Tacos, and Buttermilk Fried Chicken. They are open from 11 am to 10 pm, with daily specials and a large pet-friendly outdoor patio.
Cool Beans Bar and Grill in downtown Knoxville is a trendy pit stop for food, beer, and fun. They welcome pets to dine on their outdoor patio. They have over 25 rotating beers and a pub-grub-style menu with burgers, sandwiches, and loaded fries.
Crafty Bastard Brewery is a must-visit for pet owners as they let you bring your four-legged companion inside and out. Plus, they are passionate about helping animals in need and periodically host fundraisers for Small Breed Rescue of East Tennessee. They have over 20 beers (most available on draft), and usually, there is a food truck outside.
Next Level Brewery is another craft brewery worth stopping off at. They will warmly welcome your pet inside, where you’ll find a fantastic atmosphere and over 15 craft beers on tap.
Pet-Friendly Resources
River Dog Bakery – As with many Tennessee cities, Knoxville has a pet-friendly bakery where your pup can enjoy a tasty treat. River Dog Bakery makes a wide selection of fresh-baked dog treats containing human-grade all-natural ingredients, including doggie donuts and brownies. Some are also suitable for felines; just ask the friendly staff.
Scruffy’s Cat Cafe – Scruffy’s Cafe is Knoxville’s own cat cafe full of gorgeous, friendly cats, all available for adoption. Unfortunately, you cannot bring your cat with you, but it’s still well worth a visit for any cat lover. The cafe also has its own merchandise line, of which all profits go to the rescue cats.
Dogwood Grooming – This is not just a standard groomer; it’s a full-service spa for canines and felines alike. They have been running for over 20 years, are experienced in bathing and grooming cats in the most stress-free way possible, and will treat your fur baby like royalty.
Central Veterinary Hospital – We hope nothing happens to your fur baby while you are away. However, it’s always best to research local vets when traveling with pets. Central Veterinary Hospital is one of Knoxville’s longest-running animal hospitals, with three branches throughout the city.
We found Knoxville to be one of the most welcoming cities in East Tennessee for both humans and animals!
Thanks to the locals’ warm hospitality and easy-going nature, spending a weekend or longer in Knoxville TN with a cat or dog is easy. What’s more, you certainly won’t get bored as there are endless parks, trails, and nature spots to explore with your fur child.
Remember to let us know how pet-friendly you found Knoxville in the comments below!
Brittany, Paul, and the Fluffy Kitty team are not veterinarians. This article is based on facts, research, and personal experiences. We provide you with the best information we can but you are of course free to follow our advice or not. Paul and Brittany (and Yoda) shall in no event be held liable for any loss or other damages including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or any other damages.
