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About

Lori Gardner has been a staff author and editor at Whisker for 8+ years, and a cat mom for most of her life. She spends her days writing while two cats (and one toddler) vie for her lap.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Professional Writing
  • Michigan State University

Experience

Lori has 15+ 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. 12 Best Vacation Spots for Cat People

    12 Best Vacation Spots for Cat People

    We all need a vacation sometimes, and usually we can’t take our cats with us. The good news is, you can find cats tucked into pretty much...
  2. Can Cats Be Vegan? No – Here’s Why

    Can Cats Be Vegan? No – Here’s Why

    Many pet parents have adopted vegan or vegetarian lifestyles for health, environmental, and ethical reasons. Naturally, some cat parents...
  3. Cat Scruffing: Why You Shouldn’t Do It

    Cat Scruffing: Why You Shouldn’t Do It

    At one time or another you’ve probably witnessed a mama cat carrying her kitten around by the scruff of its neck. This rather amusing act...