THE PROPER PURRS BLOG

Stories, Tips & Behind-the-Scenes

A little bit of everything—cat care, pet sitting adventures, books, Sunday recipes, and life with Elizabeth & The Kitchen Crew.

CAT CARE • OCTOBER 22, 2026

The Chubby Kitty Club: Helping Your Cat Shed a Few Pounds — Safely!

Billy, The Kitchen Crew's orange tabby food critic

Is your kitty carrying a little extra fluff? Learn why slow weight loss matters, how to encourage healthy habits, and download our printable cat weight tracker. Billy has opinions.

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SUNDAY RECIPES • OCTOBER 18, 2026

Sweet Potato & Egg Breakfast Skillet

Finished sweet potato and egg breakfast skillet

Our first Sunday Recipes with Elizabeth & The Kitchen Crew! A colorful one-skillet breakfast, plus commentary from Arduino, Hadoop and Billy.

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CAT CARE • OCTOBER 13, 2026

Stressed-Out Kitty? How Stress Affects Your Cat

From hiding and overgrooming to changes in appetite and litter box habits, learn how to recognize feline stress—and help your cat feel safe.

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CAT CARE • OCTOBER 2, 2026

What’s Really in Your Cat’s Food?

A new investigation found heavy metals and other contaminants in many popular cat foods. Here’s what the findings mean—and what cat parents should know before changing the bowl.

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