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Raghav Deedwaniya

Founder & Editor

Raghav Deedwaniya is the founder and editor of Petifys, and the author behind its pet care content. I’m a lifelong pet owner, not a veterinarian — I’ve been around dogs since childhood, and that hands-on experience is what got me into writing about responsible pet ownership. At Petifys I create practical, easy-to-understand guides, each one carefully researched using trusted sources such as the AVMA, ASPCA and International Cat Care. My aim is to help you make informed everyday decisions — but for anything involving your pet’s health, always consult a qualified veterinarian who can examine your animal in person.

Articles by Raghav Deedwaniya (52)

Cats4 min read

Cat Tail Language: What Your Cat Is Saying

Decode what your cat’s tail movements mean. From the question mark greeting to twitching and puffing, learn feline body language with expert tips.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Cats3 min read

How to Keep Cats Off Counters (Gentle Fixes)

Tired of finding paw prints on your kitchen counters? Discover gentle, humane ways to keep cats off counters using vertical space, scent cues, and enrichment.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs4 min read

How to Potty Train an Adult Dog or Rescue Dog

Adopted an adult dog or rescue with house-training issues? Discover proven step-by-step potty training methods, routine schedules, and accident cleanup tips.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Small Pets6 min read

How Big Should a Hamster Cage Be?

How big should a hamster cage be? Minimum floor space for Syrian and dwarf hamsters, safe bar spacing, and why most pet shop cages are far too small.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs5 min read

How Much Exercise Does a Puppy Need?

How much exercise does a puppy need? The 5-minute rule by age, why too much walking harms growing joints, and what to do with a puppy that never tires.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs6 min read

How to Leash Train a Puppy (Step by Step)

How to leash train a puppy — collar first, then indoors, then outside. Why pulling happens, how to stop it without corrections, and realistic timelines.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Cats5 min read

Why Do Cats Knead? (Making Biscuits)

Why do cats knead? The five real reasons behind making biscuits, why they do it on you, why claws come out, and when kneading signals something is wrong.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Cats6 min read

How to Introduce a New Cat to Your Cat

How to introduce a new cat to your resident cat in five steps — the scent swap, the door feeding, how long it takes, and the mistake that restarts it.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs7 min read

Puppy Crying When Left Alone? 6 Fixes

Puppy crying when left alone? Why it happens, the six-step training plan that builds alone-time, and how to tell normal protest from separation anxiety.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Cats7 min read

Why Is My Cat Meowing at Night? (7 Fixes)

Why is your cat meowing at night? The seven real causes, what actually stops it, the mistake that makes it worse, and when night crying means see a vet.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs6 min read

Puppy Socialization Checklist (Week by Week)

A puppy socialization checklist covering weeks 3 to 16 — people, sounds, surfaces and handling, what to do before vaccinations, and the mistakes to avoid.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Small Pets7 min read

Guinea Pig Sounds and What They Mean

A guide to guinea pig sounds and what they mean — wheeking, purring, rumbling, chutting and teeth chattering — plus the noises that signal a problem.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs7 min read

Puppy Sleep Schedule by Age (Hours + Chart)

A puppy sleep schedule by age — how many hours puppies sleep from 8 weeks to 12 months, a nap chart, and when puppies finally sleep through the night.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Cats7 min read

Why Is My Cat Not Using the Litter Box?

Cat peeing outside the litter box? The real reasons — dirty box, wrong litter, stress or illness — plus a step-by-step fix and exactly when to call the vet.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Cats6 min read

How Much Should You Feed a Cat? (Wet vs Dry)

How much to feed a cat by weight and age, wet vs dry portions, and how to read the calories on the label — a simple feeding guide that helps prevent obesity.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs7 min read

Puppy Feeding Schedule by Age (With Chart)

A clear puppy feeding schedule by age — how many meals a day from 8 weeks to 12 months, portion tips, and when to switch to adult dog food. Free chart.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Cats6 min read

Best Cat Litter for Odor Control in 2026

Tired of the litter box smell? We compare the best odor-control cat litters — clumping clay, crystal and natural — with honest picks for every budget and home.

Raghav Deedwaniya
Dogs4 min read

Best Chew Toys for Teething Puppies in 2026

Save your furniture and soothe sore gums. Our researched picks for the best puppy teething toys — rubber, freezable and rope — plus what's safe and what isn't.

Raghav Deedwaniya