Articles by Avery Felman

Avery, editor at Kinship, and her cat, Chicken

Avery Felman

Avery is a writer and producer. She has written for numerous publications, including Refinery29, BuzzFeed, and V Magazine. When she’s not at her computer, you can find her reading, practicing her Greek on Duolingo, and delving into the Sex and the City discourse. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband and their cat, Chicken, who rules with an iron fist.

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Best Cat Litter in 2024: Low-Tracking, Dust-Free, Eco-Friendly
Helping your cat find their preferred litter doesn’t have to be a crappy task
Helping your cat find their preferred litter doesn’t have to be a crappy task
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How to Make Vet Visits Less Scary For Cats
Two vets share their tips, from choosing a safe carrier to considering anti-anxiety medication
Two vets share their tips, from choosing a safe carrier to considering anti-anxiety medication
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5 Cat Meal Toppers For Picky Eaters
Tips for improving your cat’s appetite with these tasty add-ons
Tips for improving your cat’s appetite with these tasty add-ons
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How to Prevent and Treat Ticks On Cats
Two vets’ pro tips for preventing your cat from picking up ticks (and how to remove them if it’s too late for that)
Two vets’ pro tips for preventing your cat from picking up ticks (and how to remove them if it’s too late for that)
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Sudoku Is the Newest Brain Game for Dogs
They’re only one step away from world domination
They’re only one step away from world domination
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Dog Trainer Robert Haussmann’s Favourite Enrichment Toys
The Wildest Collective expert shares his top toys and tools, from classics Kongs to snuffle mats to slow feeders
The Wildest Collective expert shares his top toys and tools, from classics Kongs to snuffle mats to slow feeders
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6 Leads That Check Every Box On the Experts’ List
The dog leads recommended by experts based on their very specific criteria
The dog leads recommended by experts based on their very specific criteria
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5 Best Cat Probiotics
Is your cat’s microbiome out of whack? It may be time to add probiotics to their diet
Is your cat’s microbiome out of whack? It may be time to add probiotics to their diet
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8 Christmas-Themed Toys Your Dog Will Sniff Out as Soon as You Wrap Them
No dog can resist a ‘Pawlity Street‘ squeaker toy
No dog can resist a ‘Pawlity Street‘ squeaker toy
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I Tested My Cat’s DNA, and Here Are the Results
From health predispositions to breed history, Wisdom Panel’s genetic testing revealed my cat’s internal world
From health predispositions to breed history, Wisdom Panel’s genetic testing revealed my cat’s internal world
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The Best Cat Scratching Posts, Pads and Everything In Between
Your cat’s claws are out. Do you have scratchers at the ready?
Your cat’s claws are out. Do you have scratchers at the ready?
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Your Commute Is About to Get Infinitely Cuter With These Dog City Carriers
The perfect tote for carrying your phone, keys, wallet – and dog – around town
The perfect tote for carrying your phone, keys, wallet – and dog – around town
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The Ultimate Shopping List For Your New Cat
Here are all the new cat essentials you need, recommended by real pet parents
Here are all the new cat essentials you need, recommended by real pet parents
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Flea and Tick Preventatives and Treatments For Cats
From collars to topicals to chews, here are the flea and tick preventatives we’re giving our cats this summer
From collars to topicals to chews, here are the flea and tick preventatives we’re giving our cats this summer
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Must Read: Queer Icons and Their Cats
Striking photographs and captivating anecdotes about LGBTQIA+ trailblazers and their feline friends, including Freddie Mercury and Dusty Springfield
Striking photographs and captivating anecdotes about LGBTQIA+ trailblazers and their feline friends, including Freddie Mercury and Dusty Springfield
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How to Walk Your Cat On a Lead
Adventure Cats author Laura Moss’s step-by-step guide for hitting the streets with your cat
Adventure Cats author Laura Moss’s step-by-step guide for hitting the streets with your cat
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Wait, This Is Cat Furniture?
Mid-century modern coffee table or litter box? Industrial bookcase or cat tower? If you can’t tell, that’s kind of the point
Mid-century modern coffee table or litter box? Industrial bookcase or cat tower? If you can’t tell, that’s kind of the point
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5 Best Cat Nappies of 2023
The top cat nappies to combat excitable urinators, leaking caused by incontinence and help those recovering from surgery
The top cat nappies to combat excitable urinators, leaking caused by incontinence and help those recovering from surgery
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Stylish Cat Bowls Almost Too Pretty To Eat From
Whisker-friendly dishes, modern elevated feeders, hand-painted porcelain and more
Whisker-friendly dishes, modern elevated feeders, hand-painted porcelain and more
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15 Pet-Inspired Christmas Decorations Worth Pride of Place on Your Tree
Your love for your pet is evergreen, so hang an ornament of their likeness on your Christmas tree this year
Your love for your pet is evergreen, so hang an ornament of their likeness on your Christmas tree this year
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6 Cat Kicker Toys That Will Help Your Cat Beat Their Boredom
The cat kicker toys that will keep your cat booked and busy (and kicking like they’re Beth Mead)
The cat kicker toys that will keep your cat booked and busy (and kicking like they’re Beth Mead)
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8 ‘TikTok Made Me Buy It’ Pet Must Haves
When the algorithm knows you’re a sucker for dog and cat supplies
When the algorithm knows you’re a sucker for dog and cat supplies
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8 Dental Products to Keep Your Dog’s Teeth Gleaming
The toothbrushes, dental wipes and breath fresheners that’ll keep your pup smiling
The toothbrushes, dental wipes and breath fresheners that’ll keep your pup smiling
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10 Food-Themed Toys to Tease Your Cat
From burritos to baguettes, these catnip-stuffed toys may curb your cat’s munchies
From burritos to baguettes, these catnip-stuffed toys may curb your cat’s munchies
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What Fruits Can Your Cat Feast On?
Pass the fruit bowl – it’s treat time
Pass the fruit bowl – it’s treat time
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Finally, a Litter Box That’s Thought of Everything
An electric litter box for techy cat parents and their tactful felines
An electric litter box for techy cat parents and their tactful felines
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7 Poo Bag Holders That Will Save You in Any Dog Walk Emergency
When sh*t happens, you don’t have to be the one standing on the pavement without a plan
When sh*t happens, you don’t have to be the one standing on the pavement without a plan
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7 Best Dog Harnesses For When Collars Don’t Cut It
Experts pick the best harnesses for every kind of dog – from flat-faced breeds to escape artists
Experts pick the best harnesses for every kind of dog – from flat-faced breeds to escape artists
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How to Travel With a Cat (Without a Scratch)
Everything you need to bring your cat home for Christmas, including calming products and a portable litter box
Everything you need to bring your cat home for Christmas, including calming products and a portable litter box
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6 Genius Interactive Dog Toys From Nina Ottosson
These puzzle toys are made to help you bond with your pup
These puzzle toys are made to help you bond with your pup
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Keep Your Dog Dry With These Stylish Raincoats
Where function meets fashion
Where function meets fashion
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5 Natural Paw Balms That Will Keep Your Pup Safe From Summer Heat
The best paw balms, based on vets’ recommendations
The best paw balms, based on vets’ recommendations
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6 of the Best Ear Cleaners For Dogs
Wash away all that grime and end their incessant scratching from the comfort of your own home
Wash away all that grime and end their incessant scratching from the comfort of your own home
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16 Halloween Costumes For Your Favorite Spooky Kitty
The best costumes that you and your cat’s Instagram followers will get a kick out of.
The best costumes that you and your cat’s Instagram followers will get a kick out of.
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DUPLICATE US ENTRY Cats, Priceless. Cat Parenthood, Not So Much
A rundown of the most common cat expenses
A rundown of the most common cat expenses
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How to Give Your Cat a Halloween That Won’t Make Them Hiss
Cats might be a symbol of Halloween, but that’s as far as they want it to go
Cats might be a symbol of Halloween, but that’s as far as they want it to go
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Not All Cat Toys Are Created Equal
Here are the toys that will motivate your pet to get in the game.
Here are the toys that will motivate your pet to get in the game.
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PrettyLitter Has Beauty and Brains
At long last, a litter that’s for more than just scooping.
At long last, a litter that’s for more than just scooping.
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You Can Transfer Your Woo-Woo Crystal Habit to Your Stressed-Out Cat
Merci Collective founder Chani Ronez on her new collection of crystal and catnip-infused toys for cats.
Merci Collective founder Chani Ronez on her new collection of crystal and catnip-infused toys for cats.
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Floof Takes a Gentle Approach to Your Itchy Dog’s Skincare
Mark your pups’ self-care calendars: The company’s eco-friendly, allergy-friendly products are launching July 17.
Mark your pups’ self-care calendars: The company’s eco-friendly, allergy-friendly products are launching July 17.
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The 5 Best Interactive Cat Toys By Nina Ottosson
The puzzle toys that’ll unleash your cat’s inner cougar.
The puzzle toys that’ll unleash your cat’s inner cougar.
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10 Subscription Boxes Your Cat Will Thank You For Endlessly
Curated treats, toys, and catnip. What more could a cat ask for — besides the cardboard the toys arrived in?
Curated treats, toys, and catnip. What more could a cat ask for — besides the cardboard the toys arrived in?
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How to Help Dogs and Cats Affected by the Earthquake in Turkey and Syria
Here is a list of orgs sending resources, so you can help from where you are.
Here is a list of orgs sending resources, so you can help from where you are.
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17 Best Amazon Products for Pets — According to Reviewers
Reviewers (aka real pet parents) picked these best-selling, highest-rated toys, probiotics, poop bags, and more.
Reviewers (aka real pet parents) picked these best-selling, highest-rated toys, probiotics, poop bags, and more.
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15 Swoon-Worthy Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Your Cat
Catnip-stuffed pizza slices, crushed-velvet collars, heart-shaped scratchers, and more ways to show your kitty some love this V-day.
Catnip-stuffed pizza slices, crushed-velvet collars, heart-shaped scratchers, and more ways to show your kitty some love this V-day.
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Scandi Design Meets German Engineering — For Pets!
MiaCara is the minimalist pet brand hygge design dreams are made of.

MiaCara is the minimalist pet brand hygge design dreams are made of.
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Puzzled Over Cats? You Aren’t The Only One
Colorful feline-themed puzzles to piece through this holiday season.
Colorful feline-themed puzzles to piece through this holiday season.
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MINNA’s Striped Beds Are the Prettiest Place for Pets to Snooze
Founder Sara Berks on the origins of her textile-forward brand’s ethical mission and artisan craftsmanship.
Founder Sara Berks on the origins of her textile-forward brand’s ethical mission and artisan craftsmanship.
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7 of Chelsy Christina’s Favorite Eco-Friendly Cat Products
The organic catnip, faux dryer balls, and patchwork jacket endorsed by the eco-influencer and her kitties, Chanel and Chai.
The organic catnip, faux dryer balls, and patchwork jacket endorsed by the eco-influencer and her kitties, Chanel and Chai.
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Celebrity Groomer Jess Rona’s Favorite Beauty Products For Spiffy Pups
Because spa day can happen at home, too.
Because spa day can happen at home, too.
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Katie Beth Miedaner Is Giving Visibility to Disabled Pets One Skincare Routine At a Time
Self-care with a side of cats.
Self-care with a side of cats.
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Gene and Shay’s 6 Must-Have Cat Accessories For Your Adventurous Kitty
The van-life cat accessories influencers Gene and Shay cannot live without.
The van-life cat accessories influencers Gene and Shay cannot live without.
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12 Halloween Costumes That’ll Help Your Dog Keep Up With the Cool Kids
Because there’s nothing scarier than being off-trend.
Because there’s nothing scarier than being off-trend.
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Thanks to July Luggage, Your Pet’s Face Will Greet You at Baggage Claim
Gives a whole new meaning to “where you lead, I will follow.”

Gives a whole new meaning to “where you lead, I will follow.”
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These Custom Gifts Will Have Your Pets Looking Like They Belong on “Gossip Girl”
Monogrammed tote bags and personalized necklaces — Blair Waldorf who?
Monogrammed tote bags and personalized necklaces — Blair Waldorf who?
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6 Best Fresh Cat Food Delivery Services That Will Have Your Kitty Purring at Full Volume
It’s like Postmates — but for you spoiled cat.
It’s like Postmates — but for you spoiled cat.
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A Multi-Tasking Guide: Drink While You Donate to Animal Shelters
You really can have it all.
You really can have it all.
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The STAPLE and Zee.Dog Collab Has Brought Back an Icon: The Fat Pigeon Toy
Only legends come back better — and sleeker — than ever.
Only legends come back better — and sleeker — than ever.
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Your Cat Might Despise Baths, But This Biodegradable Shampoo Will Make Them Purr
Scrub-a-dub!
Scrub-a-dub!
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What’s Sustainable, Biodegradable, and Organic? This Litter
Kitty Poo Club’s soy litter subscription service has entered the chat.
Kitty Poo Club’s soy litter subscription service has entered the chat.
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Finally, a Litter Box That’s Thought of Everything
An electric litter box for techy cat parents and their tactful felines.
An electric litter box for techy cat parents and their tactful felines.
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Shop Tika the Iggy’s Runway-Ready Accessories
The fashion icon shares the five statement pieces she’ll be wearing to Fashion Week (and how you can get your paws on them).
The fashion icon shares the five statement pieces she’ll be wearing to Fashion Week (and how you can get your paws on them).
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Cat Haus’ Sustainable Shag Cat Condos are Move-in Ready
Colorful, retro creations hand-crafted from up-cycled materials in San Francisco.
Colorful, retro creations hand-crafted from up-cycled materials in San Francisco.
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Cat Haus’ Sustainable Shag Cat Condos are Move-in Ready
Colorful, retro creations hand-crafted from up-cycled materials in San Francisco.
Colorful, retro creations hand-crafted from up-cycled materials in San Francisco.
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Dandy Takes Your Dog’s Wellness Personally
Wellness devotee Danielle Sobel on creating customizable supplements, making life easier for pet parents, and supporting local rescues.
Wellness devotee Danielle Sobel on creating customizable supplements, making life easier for pet parents, and supporting local rescues.
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10 Most Popular Cat Names of 2021
What the Wildest readers’ most popular cat names say about 2021.
What the Wildest readers’ most popular cat names say about 2021.
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Catluminati’s Holiday Gift Picks for His Cat Scamper
The TikTok star endorses everyone’s favorite floppy fish, a jungle-themed playhouse, and a heated bed as gifts cat parents can’t go wrong with.
The TikTok star endorses everyone’s favorite floppy fish, a jungle-themed playhouse, and a heated bed as gifts cat parents can’t go wrong with.
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A Few of Kat Dennings & Her Cat Millie’s Favorite Things
From a super-realistic salmon steak toy to an elephant-grass woven cat pod, Kat clearly knows cats.
From a super-realistic salmon steak toy to an elephant-grass woven cat pod, Kat clearly knows cats.
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Tika the Iggy’s Holiday Gift Guide
The fashion icon gives us the tea on her fave holiday accessories.
The fashion icon gives us the tea on her fave holiday accessories.
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The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals For Cats
If you’re looking to treat your cat to a little something special this holiday season, we’ve got you covered.
If you’re looking to treat your cat to a little something special this holiday season, we’ve got you covered.
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Jason Wu x Cat Person Is Oh So Chic
“My cats are kind of like my best friends. I wanted to design accessories and cat care items that a human being would want to use.”
“My cats are kind of like my best friends. I wanted to design accessories and cat care items that a human being would want to use.”
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Sam Klein’s Holiday Gift Guide For Dog Parents
The interior designer merges her love of design and dogs with these holiday gift picks.
The interior designer merges her love of design and dogs with these holiday gift picks.
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Are Ponchos Back? Our Dogs Certainly Think So
It’s no Underdog costume, but your dog will love this cape.
It’s no Underdog costume, but your dog will love this cape.
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Fall’s Trendiest Knitwear Is...For Your Cat
At long last, you and your cat can rock matching designer sweater vests.
At long last, you and your cat can rock matching designer sweater vests.
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The Best Cat Hair Removal Products to Comb Through
Cat hair...everywhere? These essential tools will whisk it away.
Cat hair...everywhere? These essential tools will whisk it away.

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