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Did you set a New Year’s resolution to increase the amount of exercise you’re getting? Don’t forget to include your cats in that resolution. Physical exercise is important for cats of all ages. Like with people, cats who get regular exercise are generally happier and healthier both physically and emotionally. How much exercise do cats

Please find below a guest story from Gene: A tiny face, pink nose and big eyes peered out from a shelter’s cage. Our volunteer quickly pointed out she was to be euthanized the following day. We put aside thoughts of the kitties we’d considered. Let’s take that little calico and name her Gypsy. The adventure

Capturing a purrfect photo takes skill, patience, and sometimes, just plain luck. When photographer Mike Mayou flew his drone over the St. Louis River in Minnesota, he managed to capture this once-in-a-lifetime image. For more stunning photos and video of the three cats, visit MyModernMet.com. If you missed any of the stories featured on the

A program in Lamoille County, VT, aims to help feed the cats and dogs of those struggling with Covid-19 hardships. North Country Animal League of Morrisville understands how important our furry family members are. They know many people have depended on their pets’ company to get through the Covid-19 pandemic and the accompanying lockdowns. NCAL

Has your dating life been a cat-astrophe? Well, there’s an app for that! Tabby — The Cat Person’s Dating App is an offshoot of Dig — The Dog Person’s Dating app, launched in 2018 by sisters Leigh and Casey Isaacson. Tabby is a great way for cat lovers to connect. The app has partnered with

Image from Pexels – CC0 License If you’re someone who has been working from home during the last year, you might have been spending a lot more time with your pets. Maybe you’re also someone who has decided that now is the perfect time to get a cat. You’re at home more often, so you

This post contains affiliate links* The Refined Cat Wallet from Triple T Studios is back by popular demand! This roomy wallet features playful embroidery outlined cat silhouettes on the front. The back is a solid color. A sturdy zipper closure keeps all your valuables safely tucked inside, and detachable wrist strap turns it into a

At 5-weeks-old, Berry the kitten should have been warm and safe at her mom’s side, worrying only about growing big and strong with her brothers and sisters. Sadly though, the fluffy tabby kitten found herself alone in the world and caught in big trouble. On a bitter October morning of only 7 degrees, Michael Bud

In my volunteer job as a cat socializer at a private shelter near my home, I met a lot of cats. But the one that stood out the most for me in the two years I spent petting kitties was a special guy named Blue. I first saw Blue on a day when I walked

The following article first appeared on iCatCare: If you are part of a large organisation involved in homing cats, then they have probably given you direction and advice on how to deal with the many different situations which may arise during the coronavirus pandemic – follow the advice for the safety of staff and others. 

Join Trapking Sterling Davis and veterinary technician and pet behaviorist Tabitha Kucera for a weekend of education, fun and giveaways, all from the comfort of your own home. The two day event features lectures on topics such as socializing feral kittens, communication for cat advocates, feline friendly handling, an introduction to clicker training, and much

As cat lovers, we see felines as the living pieces of art they are, glimpsing in them the muse for creative projects in all medias. From paint to prose, cats provide inspirations unending. This holds true for the art of tattoo as well, and what better subject than a cat to fill a canvas of

Savvy cat guardians know that to stop cats from scratching furniture, one must provide correct stimulation and alternatives for scratching. Cats love well designed scratching posts, and the placement of such alternatives to furniture can make all the difference. I’ve done this, and my cats don’t bother my new furniture at all. Cats are also clever

Hello everyone, Welcome to another week of Tummy Rub Tuesday! The easiest way to enter is by sending them in via info@katzenworld.co.uk. Or just leave a comment with a link to the post / photo you’d like us to use on this blog post. These adorable cats were sent in via email by Veronica. “Zorro simply

Greetings, pawsome human minions! Forrest Wisewhiskers coming your way again with answers to your most burning cat questions. For our chat today, I want to address the questions my parents ask me all the time. I’m sure they know the answers to their regular queries, but they still think me a strange creature anyhow. Fair

Depression in humans has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. A 2017 study by the National Institute of Mental Health found that an estimated 17.3 million adults has had at least one major depressive episode, characterized by a loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities, as well as problems with sleeping, eating, energy,

Cute little cat noses — who doesn’t love ‘em? Nothing can feel sweeter than a kitty rubbing his face against you, nose first. Like humans, some of the cats’ bodily functions may vary by individual. This is true of the feline nose. Some people think an excessively dry or wet cat nose indicates illness — but

Two tiny kittens are lucky to be alive after being spotted by eagle-eyed workers at a recycling centre on the rubbish-sorting conveyor belt. The tabby kittens are only a few days old and still have their eyes closed and cords attached. Workers at J&B Recycling in Hartlepool spotted the kittens amongst the rubbish on the

I would guess that most of us were pretty happy to say goodbye to 2020. However, given how 2021 started, right now it’s hard not to wonder whether this year will really be that much better, which is why it’s more important than ever to hone our coping skills and learn new ones. There is

Dubbed a national treasure in her homeland of Turkey, the Turkish Angora is an elegant creature with a remarkable assemblage of skills that will leave your jaw on the floor. But before we touch on her extraordinary talents, let’s learn a bit more about the elegant lady of the hour. The Turkish Angora is a

Cats are inquisitive creatures who love to explore and investigate environments by sniffing or tasting them. When you bring a cat into your home, they’re sure to be curious about their surroundings but unlike humans, they can’t identify dangers as easily. You may have hidden hazards in your garden that could pose a threat to

Two kittens rescued separately ended up at the same shelter in New York, and became best friends when Jess Thoren, a fosterer from KittenBnB in New Jersey, took them home. Jess had come to the shelter to rescue another litter of kittens and just knew she had to take little Frankie home as well. Two

Confused by cat litter? Not sure whether there’s a difference between the cheapest supermarket brand and the $200 “it scoops itself” robot systems? Never fear. There’s a rule of thumb that cat experts across the country agree on – how much work do you want to put into keeping the litter box from stinking up

For George by Susan Davies: He was an ordinary, two a penny, black and white cat, The sort that you see everywhere, a standard ‘Postman Pat’, I got him from a rescue place, one April afternoon, And then I brought him home, where he inspected every room. A ‘Welcome’ tin of tuna was devoured, the

This post contains affiliate links* Every once in a while I come across something so pretty on Etsy, I just have to share it with you. Bristol, UK based artist Hannah Turner started her ceramics business in 1991, and it evolved from creating handmade items in her home to an international business that sells to

“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” For one kind-hearted mail carrier, this U.S. Post Office creed reaches beyond delivering packages to include rescuing cats in need. Ask Jackson the cat. His tale of rescue comes thanks to a postal worker

Dr. Kwane Stewart, known as “The Street Vet,” has been a practicing vet for 22 years throughout California. Early in his career he had the difficult task of euthanizing unwanted/unclaimed cats and kittens at an overcrowded shelter. To cope mentally, he had to detach himself emotionally. But one kitten — Sushi — stood out with

The following article first appeared on iCatCare: If you are part of a larger organisation which is dealing with unowned cats undertaking trap, neuter and return (TNR) or feeding colonies, then they have probably given you direction and advice on how to deal with the many different situations which may arise during the coronavirus pandemic

Hi everyone, it’s Allegra! I want to tell you about something fun that happens sometimes in our living room. It doesn’t happen all the time. It seems like it only happens on sunny days, and only at a certain time of day. It’s kind of hard to describe, but it’s like a whole bunch of

Cobain was just a wee ginger sprout of only 4 or 5 days old when found all alone in a garden. His mom was nowhere to be found and the tiny kitten would soon wither away without help. Thankfully, the purrfect rescuer plucked him from distress. Tara, founder of The Mad Catters in Perth, Australia,