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This post contains affiliate links* For the last couple of months, I’ve been looking for inexpensive items to brighten my home and yard. We’re all spending so much time at home right now, and I’ve found that even something as seemingly small as a new tablecloth or throw pillow can really transform the energy of

Cats are no strangers to divinity. Throughout history, evidence suggests cats were often viewed as mysterious creatures with a certain air of the otherworldly. Felines have not forgotten this either. And Leo the black cat of Canterbury Cathedral is one cat who knows his power to help people connect with their faith. He quite enjoys

Let’s Bake! A Pusheen CookbookBeloved cartoon cat Pusheen is celebrating her 10th anniversary with this new book — a fun collection of themed recipes for cookies, cakes and other yummy and super cute treats. With a little help from Pusheen creator Claire Belton and scientist- turned-chef Dr. Susanne Ng, you’ll find 40 recipes for sweet

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As a cat parent, your cat’s health is the number one priority. Unfortunately, cats are notorious for hiding illnesses, so you might not even spot a serious health problem until it’s too late. Luckily, if you know what to look out for and how to reduce the risk of these health problems, keeping your cat

Sassy, playful, loyal, aloof … feline personalities come in all shapes and sizes, but today we’re focusing on the friendliest cat breeds. The felines on this list of friendliest cat breeds clamor for the chance to turn a frown upside down and go the extra mile to comfort their humans with constant cuddles. So, who

PDSA urges animal lovers to support their vital work during Coronavirus crisis Leading veterinary charity, PDSA, which was this last week featured on Channel 4’s show, Britain’s Unsung Heroes, is working hard to continue its vital care for family pets during lockdown, because even during a pandemic, pets still get sick or injured and need life-saving

This post contains affiliate links* A couple of weeks ago, I featured an adorable Tortoiseshell Cat Printable Paper Doll from KittyCat Art Studios. Laura has since added four additional designs: a tuxedo, a Himalayan, and two different kinds of Siamese cats. Digital Tortoiseshell Cat Printable Paper Doll Details This adorable doll is sent to you

The plight of forgotten and abused animals remains a worldwide problem, but thanks to the understanding kindness of one artist, these lost souls are receiving increased awareness through a series of touching comics. Artist Jenny Jinya brings the issues of “abandonment, neglect and abuse” to light in her comic series, “Loving Reaper”. The ongoing series

Naps are the best. There’s nothing like curling up under your favorite blanket with the fan whirring away above while the afternoon sun bakes the land. And cats agree. The only thing felines prefer to naps is probably a snack, but once that treat is done, its back to sleep! But why do cats sleep

For decades, people knew Terrence Lauerman as Brother Terry. Now, millions of people know him as Cat Grandpa Terry — a YouTube star, famous catnapper, calendar guy and even coffee flavor. The fame started about two years ago when Terry — a brother at Saint Norbert Abbey and retired teacher — started visiting Safe Haven

“WE RESCUED THEM: NOW THEY’RE RESCUING US” BATTERSEA CELEBRATES THE DOGS AND CATS HELPING THEIR OWNERS THROUGH LOCKDOWN Rescue pet owners nationwide have revealed that their dogs and cats are now the ones rescuing them during lockdown. New research by much-loved animal charity Battersea shows that 75% of Brits say their rescue pet is helping

When kitties get curious, trouble can happen, but if you’ve taken steps to cat-proof your home, the deepest of feline investigations will be just fine. Whether welcoming a new cat, updating safety in the house, or moving to a new home, there’s much to consider when making your home safe for felines. Cats can wiggle

This post contains affiliate links* Welcome to our regular “Ask the Cat Doc With Dr. Lynn Bahr” segment! Once a month, Dr. Bahr answers as many of your questions as she can, and you can leave new questions for her in a comment. Dr. Bahr graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine

We love it when celebrities turn out to be normal folks just like us, doing all the same things as the non-famous. And one of a cat lover’s favorite things to do is lavish their cats with affection. And like us, Kate Beckinsale loves to spend time with her cats! Beckinsale is mom to cats

One of my cats, Gabby, will sometimes make a coughing, wheezing sound, almost like he’s about to cough up a hairball or do the infamous scarf-and-barf move, but sometimes, nothing comes up! So, is cat wheezing something to worry about? And does cat wheezing always mean a trip to the vet? [embedded content] First, what

A family have been left distraught after their much-loved cat suffered fatal injuries from an air gun attack near their home in Darton, Barnsley. Three-year-old Holly had to be put to sleep after sustaining a fractured pelvis and extensive internal injuries following the horrific shooting during the evening of Monday 4 May. The attack has

The Dean of Canterbury Cathedral in the UK has been offering daily morning prayers from the cathedral’s beautiful gardens, where he is often joined by Leo the Cathedral cat. Leo even went viral recently when he disappeared in the dean’s robes during one of the morning sessions. Watch the video of the “incident” below. Regardless

Protective and fierce to those in jeopardy, cats will be the hero anyone needs, dogs included. And for anyone who doesn’t believe it, a 13-second clip from a vet’s office will change your mind. In the video, a veterinarian and a tech give a small dog a vaccination. The dog of course doesn’t care for

Tina Traster, a veteran journalist-turned-filmmaker of the multi-award-winning documentary Catnip Nation has lived with and loved cats for years. Her idea to make a documentary about them began as an ode to these enigmatic creatures. But despite her passion and the popularity of cats in mainstream culture today, her journalist’s compass led to a darker

There is a cat emergency at my house. Every. Day.  When there are no morsels in the food dish, my cats are convinced that the world is going to end. The black hole that is the food dish will collapse with our kitchen at the center of the vortex. The cats ponder why I don’t seem to care. They

This post contains affiliate links* I’ve been excited about P.S. I Love You More Than Tuna since I first heard about this first illustrated gift book for adults who are grieving the loss of cat. Really helpful books about pet loss are few and far between. While there are plenty of books and websites out

When a cat chooses you as his own, a special bond forms that fills a cat lover’s heart with love and joy. Suddenly, the hardship of the world can fade for a minute as you and your new friend snuggle. Upon meeting Kiley, Sinatra the cat knew he’d found his special human and the snuggles

Danielle Rothman’s beloved cat, Petey, has never traveled well. The day her family got him, they had an unexpected kitty extra-cat-ion (or just go with extrication) on their car ride home. “My mom decided to hold him in her lap,” Danielle says. “But he crawled into the door of the car and got stuck. We

Fondazione Capellino urges all humans to take responsibility for a better tomorrow in a new communications campaign.  #WeAreBiodiversity   Genoa, May 2020 Humans are responsible for the future of the planet. By protecting biodiversity, we protect ourselves. Fondazione Capellino chooses UN International Day for Biological Diversity 2020 to reveal a new communications campaign to raise awareness

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. The photo above goes back a

Cats need their humans to understand something about our history together. Thousands of years ago, when cats became our domesticated friends, felines insist the domestication actually happened the other way around. Thanks to science, cats can now argue they domesticated us. And for a reason solely to feline benefit. They wanted the mice in our

Cats make all kinds of sounds. Some feline vocalizations are pleasant for us, like purrs, trills and meows. Others are annoying or downright alarming, as in the case with cat yowling. So, why do cats yowl? What does it mean and more importantly, how do you get cat yowling to stop? Related: 9 Weird Cat Sounds

Choosing a cat carrier can be a chore thanks to the variety of sizes and styles available in an ever-expanding cat market. But, don’t worry, knowing your cat will help you make the right selection when it comes to safety in travel. As a cat parent, you know best what travel your cat can handle,

The past few weeks have been challenging for most of us, in lots of different ways. For many, the one constant has been the reassuring presence of their pet during these unusual times. After receiving so many comments from owners about how much their pet has helped them during the coronavirus outbreak, Agria Pet Insurance