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Not so many summers ago, Indy was a lonely and sick kitten in need of help. But soon, he would find his forever home and there the tiny orange tabby would grow into a healthy, handsome cat. YouTuber, walter santi, received a phone call from her cousin about kitten in his yard. But the kitten

In an ideal world, every cat would live indoors and enjoy a warm, loving home. Of course, we don’t live in an ideal world, and some cats must live outdoors due to circumstances beyond their or their person’s control. Here’s what you need to know about cats who live outside. Only spayed or neutered cats

Knowing your ABC’s for pets can help owners stabilise a pet in an emergency situation. Despite our best efforts to protect our pets, accidents can and do happen. In serious cases, knowing what to do in an emergency can be the difference between life and death. In normal circumstances, vet charity PDSA offers Pet First

This post is sponsored by Sleepypod Meet Summer, a stunning six-year-old Somali who shares her adventures on her blog Sparkle Cat.  She was born on March 10, 2014, and was given the full name of RW GP Tajhara Summer Samba. She is an award winning show cat whose happy, friendly disposition made her an ideal

Cats have complex emotions and they certainly aren’t shy about showing them. Just like Angry Kitzia, “a cat with feelings”. And thanks to her grouchy face, those feelings look irritated pretty much all the time. With well-placed tabby stripes of black, two of which are drawn out to match a cartoon character’s angry face, Kitzia

Did someone say “summer vacation?” Cats are always ready for a little R & R, and the summer months are the perfect time for them to kick back (more than usual) and fully enjoy the lazy, hazy days. Here are nine ways cats might soak up summer vacation, with a little help from the humans

From Tom and Jerry to Stuart Little, we see that films, shows, and books love to portray the endless battle between cats and mice. But why do cats love catching mice? First of all, it’s important to realize that despite being domesticated thousands of years ago, cats are nearly identical to their ancestors. Unlike dogs

The pandemic has changed almost everything about how we conduct our lives, and visits to the veterinarian are no exception. Safety first The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) issued guidelines for veterinary clinics, and they include maintaining 6 feet of distance whenever possible, frequent hand washing, and wearing PPE. Most vet clinics are doing curbside drop-off:

As living artwork created by nature’s paintbrush, cats are stunning subjects in front of a camera lens. But those of us that have ever tried to catch the perfect picture of a feline knows cat photography can be for the birds sometimes! Cats have their own agenda, even when it comes to having their portrait

Sometimes life hands you what you wanted all along, even if you didn’t know you wanted it. Such was the case with Rachel Krall, who was casually skimming pet adoption sites with the intention of adopting “eventually.” She had a lot to consider before seriously considering a companion. Her demanding job was a factor. So

Whether your kids are human or furry, enjoy your special day! Father’s Day can be bittersweet for those of us whose fathers are no longer with us. My dad passed away 16 years ago, but I still get a little sad each year when Father’s Day comes around. One thing that was always a “problem”

“Head butts and slow blinks good people.” If you’re a fan of Sterling Davis, then you know this greeting well. You probably know his slogan too, but if you haven’t heard it, you’re going to love it. “You don’t lose cool points for compassion.” If anything, as The Original TrapKing, Sterling shows that compassion tops

Nikki and Sebastian were preparing to get married, so they decided to move in together while they saved money for the wedding. However, one resident of Nikki’s household was not pleased to be sharing his home with Sebastian: Nikki’s beloved yet moody orange tabby cat, Tiger. Whenever Sebastian was near, Tiger would growl and hiss

One of the few silver linings of this pandemic has been that pet adoptions and fosters have increased tremendously while people are staying home, in some cases, even clearing out some shelters. But even with increased adoptions, there are still plenty of cats waiting for their forever homes. June is traditionally Adopt-a-Cat Month. While shelters

We all have our fixations, a something or someone we’re just fascinated about. Cats get their obsessions too. And Quincy is a cat with a bit of an unusual fascination involving Danny DeVito. Or, at least a Danny DeVito cutout. But how did a tabby cat come to have a love for cardboard Danny DeVito?

Most times when I walk to the kitchen, my cat, Mimosa, decides to follow me. I’ve always put this down to the unflinching pursuit of food. Her treats are stored on the countertop, and her nightly wet food treat is served up in a bowl kept in a kitchen cupboard. It makes sense for Mimosa

Cats Protection is marking Loneliness Awareness Week (15-19 June) by highlighting how owning a feline friend helps owners combat feelings of loneliness. The charity says cats have been become a source of comfort and entertainment for owners suffering from ‘lockdown loneliness’ since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. With new figures1 showing that the wellbeing of millions of

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Sox the cat is a friendly guy. He enjoys hanging out in the front window of his house, watching the world go by. But unlike other cats, usually aloof to the people beyond the glass, Sox makes sure to say hello and good-bye to those passing by. His favorite greeting to offer? A simple wave

Cats, at least stereotypically, like to live life on their own terms. Unlike dogs who live to please, Kitty is more likely to tell you you’re doing such a lousy job petting her or that your new shaggy rug is nowhere near as great as the plush one you used to have. Some of that

Not a day has gone by since Ruby passed away that I haven’t been flooded with memories. Some make me cry, some make me smile, and every single one is precious. I’ll periodically share some of these memories so you can take a trip down memory lane with me. Today’s story goes back to July

In 2003, Russell Crowe found a kitten and gave her to his mom, Cinders part of the family ever since. Sadly, Cinders has passed away. But her memory lives on in a touching post written by Crowe. In a series of tweets, he frames the tale of meeting Cinders and how he’d already told his

I always have lots of fabric scraps lying around, so I use them up by making toys for my cats and the cats at the shelter where I volunteer. I usually just do simple squares and rectangles, but I recently decided to try some trickier shapes — like fish! If you know your way around

In a nutshell, pets, without a doubt, make great companions at home. But aside from keeping everyone in the house company, there are many scientific studies that prove the health benefits of keeping pets. For one, they decrease the chances of allergies and asthma among kids. Patients recover faster from major illnesses when they have

This post contains affiliate links* Tunnels are an easy way to provide environmental enrichment for cats, and they can provide hours of fun for both solo and interactive play. I had a feeling Allegra was going to love the Magical Mewnicorn tunnel. Tunnel features One large 4-foot tunnel and four connected smaller tunnels Crinkly material

Cats love catnip. This fact is well-known across the globe and throughout time, suspected of even reaching as far back as Ancient Egyptian culture. While cats and catnip have a long history together, how much do cat lovers really know about this perennial plant? We know cats go crazy for the fragrant herb and the

If you were to tell one of your non-cat-owning friends that you overheard your cat chirping, he might look at you quizzically. After all, we all know that birds chirp and cats meow, right? But as anyone who’s lived with a feline knows, cats have a deep well of weird and kooky sounds that they

Before the lockdown, and whilst the majority of people and pets across the country were cosied up inside during Storm Ciara and Storm Dennis earlier this year, a couple of cats found themselves abandoned on the street inside two old crisp boxes. They had nothing but the flimsy cardboard walls to protect them from the

This post contains affiliate links* How many times over the last couple of months have you had a meltdown? Sometimes, it all just gets to be too much. During normal times, I generally have the emotional tools and resources to stop myself from melting down, even when I’m stressed or frustrated or anxious, but these