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Even though today’s quote is, of course, intended to be a metaphor, you may want to consider actually singing on days when life just seems overwhelming. Believe it or not, singing has been shown to have multiple health benefits. It’s pretty hard to sing and feel sad, so it’s not surprising that singing has been

Catching random moments of kindness in action doesn’t happen often as we would like and when you’re lucky enough to see compassion at work, it truly warms the heart. And when that tenderness is directed at a cat, well, those moments are the best in the eyes of a cat lover. And when cat lover

Scooting, which is the polite term for a pet dragging his butt along the ground, is seen more often in dogs, but cat scooting happens sometimes, too. Usually, this means a cat’s rear is itchy or irritated. A little detective work can help you get to the bottom of the cause behind all that cat

Some cats really love to explore the area around where they live and often bring back little souvenirs for their owners. If you’re lucky, it could just be discarded toy or slipper presented as a trophy won after a night of prowling around the neighbourhood. If you’re not so lucky it might be something that’s

During a recent deployment in the Middle East, Army Sergeant Ash received difficult family news. She credits a stray kitten for comforting her through this emotionally wrenching period. The little calico was near death when Sgt. Ash rescued her. She nursed Rona, as she named the kitten, back to health. Sgt. Ash will soon return

Each and every cat is a special being unto themselves! They all have quirks that make them unique and endearing, but like us, cats fall into different personality types. After conducting a study involving around 200 cats parents, Dr. Lauren Finka of the University of Lincoln tells us cats generally fit within one of 5

A friend in Hawai’i during dinner a few years ago mentioned that a black cat had crossed his path the previous day while he was en route to some big, math-related test for his big, math-related master’s degree. When he specified that it was a black community cat (the University of Hawai’i has a big

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Credit: Lisa Rose/Fox I’ve adored Mayim Bialik since she starred in Blossom in the 1990’s. I loved her in Big Bang Theory. And I just know I’m going to love her even more in her new show, Call Me Kat, because one of her co-stars will be a tortie! Call Me Kat is based on

What’s black and white and fuzzy all over? It’s Bo, short for Bovine, and he’s the cutest little cow kitten at Kelly Foster Kittens. He’s a teeny tiny boy, but he’s got a big voice and has so much to say. Foster mom Sarah Kelly shared, “He loves to MOO… I mean, MEOW!” And one

We think we can control our cat’s behavior. Laughable! We sometimes put in boatloads of research in our pursuits to train our favorite kitties and certainly come up with expert suggestions; however, ultimately, the cat trains us. Here’s a little feline feedback on humans’ attempts at training them — take it with a grain of

The CATS (Cats And Their Stats) report is based on over 10,000 interviews with cat lovers and offers a unique and unrivalled insight into our relationship with one of the UK’s most favourite pets. Among the statistics:         There are 10.2 million owned cats in the UK – one for every six people         Cat ownership is highest among 28

This post contains affiliate links* ‘Tis the season for dry indoor air. I have a humidifier running in my bedroom from November through March, and it makes a huge difference for me. I never thought of putting a portable humidifier on my desk, but now that Triple T Studios is offering this adorable feline-centric version,

Cats are noble beings exalted above us all and they seem to know this fact well. As cat lovers, we can’t help but agree! And we also believe our kitty darlings deserve crowns to celebrate their royal status. So, let’s get crafty and make your cat the crown she deserves. You won’t need much more

Ruby and Max are tiny ginger kittens who found themselves alone beneath a house. When their mom didn’t come back, their cries of distress alerted the homeowner. Thankfully, the person knew just where to turn, bringing the babies to Best Friends Animal Rescue of Northwest Arkansas. Best Friends turned to Paws of Oz for help

I adore Rusty, my spirited, young orange tabby — except at mealtime. He transforms into a demanding, pushy, feed-me-now feline bully who has no qualms about attempting to push away my other cats, Mikey and Casey, from their food bowls and even trying to swipe kibble from my dogs’ bowls. His mealtime mayhem caused Mikey

Battersea has welcomed the progress of crucial new legislation to increase sentences for animal cruelty offences as it finally took one step closer to becoming law. The leading animal welfare charity has campaigned for many years to increase maximum sentences for animal cruelty from six months to five years – a call supported by tens

I recently came across these gorgeous handcrafted flying cats on Etsy. Don’t they look just like torties? The cats are hand carved and painted by Balinese artisans. The story behind these magical winged cats is wonderful. The myth of these Winged Spirit Guardians goes back to ancient Majapahit Mythology in the 13th through 16th century.

Adventure travel cats are all the rage, according to the kitties I see on Instagram. I wondered if Stella would like to join their ranks. I probably shouldn’t have. Stella, I’m curious. What’s your opinion about adventure travel?I ADORE it. I’ve always fashioned myself a sailor, you know. I didn’t know that.Ever since I was

A couple who were devastated when their much-loved cat died after being shot near their home have backed Cats Protection’s campaign for air guns to be licensed. Katherine Brown, 27, and partner Tom were in their garden in Bristol when their 15-month-old cat Alaska staggered home in agony. Despite rushing her to an emergency vet,

The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), the leading advocate for improving education and standards of feline care, announced the launch of the Cat Friendly Certificate Program for veterinary professionals. The program offers veterinarians and their staff an opportunity to earn a certificate demonstrating their feline knowledge, skills, and best in-clinic practices in caring for

The Nazca Lines have fascinated us since first discovered in 1927 and mystery still surrounds the hundreds of geoglyphs etched into the coastal desert of Peru. The geometric line, animal, and plant glyphs stretch across the land some 250 miles south of Lima and include a hummingbird, a spider, and what many argue to be

Train a cat you say? Whoever heard of such a thing? Believe it or not, cats can learn to do almost anything, and it’s not as hard as you might think. “There’s a common misconception that cats can’t be trained,” says Hannah Shaw, aka the Kitten Lady, a kitten rescuer, humane educator and author of

Leading animal welfare charity Battersea has urged struggling pet owners facing an uncertain financial future to think rescue first, after a Maine Coon cat was abandoned in a park with a note saying his owner had lost their job during lockdown and could no longer afford to care for him. The handwritten note from the

A family on a camping trip in Washington State found a small tortie inside a drain pipe along the side of the road. They brought the emaciated cat to their RV and took her home after the weekend. A few days later, Caci the tortie gave birth to six kittens. The babies needed to be

It’s no secret Britons love their cats, and a recent study reveals what British city takes the top honor of home to the most cat lovers in Britain. But, that’s not all we’ve learned from a survey of 2,000 Britons regarding cats. Thanks to the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes, we’re learning more and

Although cats can learn anything dogs can, the secret to training cats is tailoring lessons to their specific learning style. Try these tips: 1. Find what motivates your cat. Food rewards must be something your cat goes crazy for. “Cats are more dainty eaters, and more discerning about what they eat,” says Terri A. Derr,

Hampshire animal portrait artist Georgea Blakey admits she has a particular soft spot when it comes to painting cats after being surrounded by them her whole life. Georgea, whose anticipated London exhibition was closed down by COVID-19, was made a Senior Art Scholar at St Pauls Girls School and studied at Chelsea College of Art.

This post contains affiliate links* I’m a big believer in the benefits of journaling, especially when it comes to keeping a gratitude journal. It’s harder than ever in today’s world to maintain a positive attitude, and a gratitude practice helps you focus on all that’s good in your life. Paws for the Good Stuff: A

It’d be no surprise to hear a cat’s favorite thing about the beach would be all the sand they can dig in. And by that reasoning, we could probably figure the feline’s least favorite thing would be that huge expanse of water. But one kitty is proving our guesses wrong when it comes to what