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Article by April Lynn King As COVID vaccines reach more people, more of us again dream of travel abroad. Many look for new horizons to explore, but I left my heart in Montenegro, and can’t wait to return to visit the warm, welcoming people and the many lovely community animals—especially the cats. Montenegro shares the

I had no idea Mick Jagger was a cat lover! Earlier this week, the Rolling Stones front man introduced new family member Nero to his Instagram followers. I didn’t think I needed another reason to love Sir Mick, but there you have it. If you missed any of the stories featured on the Conscious Cat

You’re going to relish this tale of two mother cats who are raising their kittens together as one big happy family of stripes and whiskers. Living together in their Nashville, TN, feral cat colony, Pickle and Olive are the best of friends. The family who cared for their colony became friendly with the ladies and

If you’re both a dog and a cat person, you may give your dog peanut butter. The sticky-and-sweet treat is the perfect addition to a food puzzle or Kong and helps medicine go down better than a spoonful of sugar. But can your feline friend also partake? “Yes, cats can have peanut butter,” says Michelle

Sometimes it’s difficult for parents to get the right books for their kids who aren’t quite old enough for YA and are too young for ‘baby stories’. Simon Fraser found this for his own children and has solved the problem – by writing a book himself! Presenting his debut, Henry Oxshott – Hidden in Plain

This post contains affiliate links* I came across Immortal Cat because our friends at the 5050 Company designed the cover. It’s a little outside the range of genres I normally read, and I’m not entirely sure how to classify it. Amazon has it listed under Coming of Age Fiction, Humorous Dark Comedy, and Technothrillers. I

Mick Jagger has long been known for his iconic music career, but here’s something we’re just learning about the Rolling Stones frontman. He’s a cat lover! This makes his fellow cat groupies want to hit the music streaming scene and find a Stones playlist for a good rock out with their felines. But before you

Choosing a healthy cat food can feel overwhelming, especially when you look at the sea of brands, formulations and flavors. Before choosing a food, first identify your cat’s life stage. “Cats have different nutritional needs depending on where they are in their stage of growth and life cycle,” says Johnna Devereaux, clinical pet nutritionist and

Greetings, my pawsome human minions and cat cohorts. Forrest here, coming to you vexed and betrayed… Why am I betrayed, you ask? Well, the first thing one needs to know about my home: we don’t close the doors. Yes, the front and back doors remain closed, locking out the dangers of the wild world. But

It’s one of the fiercest debates in the history of human civilization: cats or dogs? The dog people talk about loyalty, personality, and a friendly face and wagging tail that greets you every time you walk through the door. But the cat folks are more impressed by a feline’s laid back sophistication and natural independence.

This giveaway is sponsored by Supakit While there is no question that indoor cats live longer and healthier lives, if you feel strongly that your cat should have access to the outdoors, there are safe ways to provide this. Leash training is one way to allow cats to safely enjoy being outside. For some cats,

Ten years ago, disaster struck Japan in waves. First, a 9.0 earthquake hit off the northeast coast, rattling the country and sending effects rippling around the world. In addition to theories stating the quake shortened Earth’s days, the effect of such force actually moved the island nation of Japan 8-13 feet according to reports on

Even when you’ve lived with them for years, cat behavior can be weird, and sudden changes are frustrating. It may seem like your misbehaving cat wants to ruin your life, but she might actually be telling you that something is wrong. Here are five things that might be happening with a cat acting weird. Is your

Please find below some news from our friends at Mayhew: For over 135 years, our team of in-house experts have been there for dogs, cats and communities in need. This year, we’ve taken all of our combined knowledge and expertise and created a brand new online advice hub, sharing information and tips on everything from

This is a sponsored post and contains affiliate links* EUSOH is a community health sharing plan that reimburses pet parents for veterinary expenses. Unlike traditional pet insurance, pet parents join groups and fund each other’s veterinary costs. I’m a firm proponent of pet insurance. For me, the bottom line is that if you can’t afford

2020 wasn’t the best year for us mere humans, but for cats their time has come. Finally, the species that I somewhat famously dubbed “the Rodney Dangerfield of pets” (because they get no respect) is changing course in a big way. And it’s millennials who are leading that charge. Adoption and foster numbers are up.

It’s no secret that we believe cats make the world go round. But there are still some naysayers who might believe cat lovers, cat people, and cat ladies are — as the stereotypes go — a little “crazy.” There were once even some science-backed theories surrounding this, including regarding toxoplasmosis, an infection associated with mental

When you take your cat to your vet and see his or her smiling face (even if it’s just on a screen or behind a mask right now,) as he or she cares for your cat, the last thing you probably think about is that this kind and compassionate person is at a higher than

“Trapking” Sterling Davis has made a mission of saving cats and educating people on how they can become a cat hero too. Working with the Cat Fanciers’ Association, Davis recently hosted the “TrapKing’s From Feral to Fancy TNR Fundraising Cat Photo Contest” to help spread the message and have some fun with cute cat photos.

If there’s been a silver lining to the last year in a pandemic, it’s that we’ve gotten loads of cat content. There was the Texas attorney who left his cat filter on during virtual court and our own cats who have interrupted important meets with our bosses. As life (hopefully) starts inching back to normal

This article first appeared on iCatCare here. Members of our veterinary community and the iCatCare Feline Wellbeing Panel explore the recommendation of a recent paper to feed cats once a day and gather evidence as to why the feeding of frequent small meals is more beneficial to the welfare of the cat, taking into consideration

“Love yourself like you love your cat.” I have something a little different for you this Sunday. I’d like to introduce you to a new website, Love and Above Cat Club, created by my dear friend Siena Lee-Tajiri. Siena has an impressive background. She holds a Masters Degree in Holistic Health, certification in many holistic

While fishing miles off the coast of Thailand, a ship caught fire and started taking on water. Crew put out an emergency call, and soon, another nearby vessel arrived at the scene, rescuing the fishermen. The eight-person crew made it off the ship and it seemed everyone aboard the burning, sinking fishing vessel would be

One of last year’s litters of foster kittens brought more than joy and heart-melting cuteness to my house. Unfortunately, the outdoor kitties and their mom came with a pack of fleas, and the pests took up residence in the fur of my resident cat, G.G., who had a maddening itch. The itch soon turned into

Saturday 20 March marks World Oral Health Day and vet charity PDSA is reminding pet owners to check their pet’s dental routine too. Dental disease is common among our four-legged friends, which causes pain, plus it can be linked to other health problems over time. It’s often more obvious in older animals, but problems can start

This post contains affiliate links* A growing body of research shows that mindfulness reduces stress, increases focus and cognitive flexibility, makes us less emotionally reactive, increases empathy and compassion and just generally makes us happier. In Mindfulness for Cat Lovers, Carole Bosanko, a clinical psychologist who has worked with the National Health Service for over

If you’re a first-time cat owner, “How much should I feed my cat?” is likely to be one of your first questions when you bring your cat home. Even if you’ve owned cats for years, you may sometimes wonder whether your cats are getting too little food or too much. Let’s go through a few

You had me at “Meow” Cute little eyes and soft furry coat Swiftly sweeping me off my feet What’s a cat whisperer to do? Completely fall in love with you, that’s what Oh, so lovable Why do fools fall in love? Because kittens can be so darn cute I believe this cat whisperer has been whispered

This giveaway is sponsored by Sleepypod We love all of Sleepypod’s products. The amount of research that goes into the development of their carriers, harnesses, leashes and accessories is impressive, and every single product is designed with your cat’s comfort and safety as a top priority. And they’re all gorgeous! Our friends at Sleepypod are

Did you know Crème Puff the cat lived to be 38 years old? It’s true! Born in 1967, Crème Puff lived a long life, padding through the decades until she died in 2005. While we wish all cats could live as long as Crème Puff, we know it’s not always possible as the average life