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About

Lori Gardner has been a staff author and editor at Whisker for 5+ years, and a cat mom for most of her life. She spends her days writing while three cats (and one baby) vie for her lap.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Professional Writing
  • Michigan State University

Experience

Lori has 12+ years of professional experience in marketing, strategy, writing, and editing in metro Detroit. She's been an animal lover since she could toddle and a pet parent since she could scoop a litter box. (Those days are done, thanks to Litter-Robot.) She has also fostered several sets of kittens; her youngest cat is a foster fail.

Articles

  1. long-haired cat alone in window during holidays

    How Long Can You Leave a Cat Alone?

    Find out how long you can responsibly leave a cat alone, plus how to feed a cat and clean their litter box while...
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  2. woman watching Christmas movies with cat

    The Best Christmas Movies with Cats

    It's time to curl up on the couch with your blanket, your kitty, and one of these best Christmas movies with cats...
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  3. too many cats eating meals

    How Many Cats Is Too Many?

    Victim of the cat distribution system? What to consider before welcoming a new cat into your home...
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  4. tabby kitten and man scooping litter box

    What Is the Best Litter for Kittens?

    Our vet-reviewed guide explores safe kitten litter options and recommended brands to ensure your cat’s well-being...
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  5. young tabby cats and Maine Coons

    How Big Will My Cat Get?

    How big your cat gets mostly depends on their breed. Early physical characteristics also provide insight...
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  6. tired brown tabby cat

    Autoimmune Disease in Cats

    Autoimmune diseases in cats, such as autoimmune skin conditions and lupus, often present with varied or even vague...
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  7. scared cat hiding under bed

    Why Is My Cat Scared of Everything?

    Find out why your cat may be scared and how you can create a more comfortable home for your skittish cat...
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  8. Multiple cats around Litter-Robot

    How Many Cats Per Litter-Robot?

    Having an appropriate number of Litter-Robot units for your home not only eliminates the need for scooping, it also...
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  9. Bengal cat with Litter-Robot 3 ramp littertrap mat accessory

    Helpful Accessories for Your Litter-Robot 3

    Litter-Robot already makes it easier to care for your cat, and the experience can be even better with a few accessories...
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  10. woman holding tabby cat on shoulder

    Can You Get Sick From a Cat?

    Learn how to protect yourself and your cat from the most common zoonotic diseases...
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  11. cat that stopped scratching furniture thanks to dedicated cat furniture

    How To Keep Cats From Scratching Furniture

    Find out why cats scratch furniture and get tips to prevent it, including nail trims, cat furniture, and more...
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  12. Maine Coon cat uses Litter-Robot 4

    Litter-Robot® 4 Named in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024

    TIME praises Litter-Robot 4 as “advanced cat cleanup,” highlighting its automated technology, odor control, and easy...
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  13. grey British Shorthair cat sniffing donuts

    What Human Food Can Cats Eat?

    What human food is toxic to cats and what is safe to feed your cat? The answers may surprise you...
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