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  • So, My Cats Failed an Intelligence Test

    So, My Cats Failed an Intelligence Test

    Angela Lutz 6

    Yesterday — Would you ever test your cats' intelligence? I did. The results were unimpressive. But I love my cats even if they’re idiots.

  • Do You Love Men Who Love Cats?

    Do You Love Men Who Love Cats?

    Tamar Arslanian 29

    3 Days Ago — I'm seeking the cat-loving man of my dreams, and I have four big reasons. Do you agree with them?

  • We All Have Hobbies; Does Your Cat Join You in Yours?

    We All Have Hobbies; Does Your Cat Join You in Yours?

    Kate E. Lyle 9

    3 Days Ago — Two of mine are exercise and the trombone. My sweet Tulip loves taking part -- no joke!

  • I Love All My Cats Equally ... And One of Them a Little More Equally. How About You?

    I Love All My Cats Equally ... And One of Them a Little More Equally. How About You?

    Dorian Wagner 10

    May 17, 2013 — Do you show favoritism to one cat above others?

  • Good Luck Getting a Cat Sitter: Who Feeds Your Feral Colony When You're on Vacation?

    Good Luck Getting a Cat Sitter: Who Feeds Your Feral Colony When You're on Vacation?

    Tim Link 12

    May 16, 2013 — Feral cats can be a big responsibility. If you care for a colony, how do you handle leaving town?

  • How Much Would You Spend to Give Your Sick Cat More Time?

    How Much Would You Spend to Give Your Sick Cat More Time?

    JaneA Kelley 60

    May 15, 2013 — I spent more than $3,000 to try and save my cat, and doing so raised eyebrows. Have people ever balked at how much you'd spend on your cat?

  • Does Your Cat Have as Much Cattitude as My Tulip?

    Does Your Cat Have as Much Cattitude as My Tulip?

    Kate E. Lyle 1

    May 14, 2013 — She has truckloads of it, but she has just as much cat kindness, too. What about your kitties?

  • Does Your Cat Help You Survive Your Crappy Day Job?

    Does Your Cat Help You Survive Your Crappy Day Job?

    Catherine Holm 11

    May 10, 2013 — Bad jobs cause stress and anxiety! But coming home to wonderful cats can help you deal with it.

  • Have You Had Any Luck Training Your Cat? I Sure Haven't

    Have You Had Any Luck Training Your Cat? I Sure Haven't

    Tim Link 37

    May 9, 2013 — I tried treats, toys, and even just snuggles, but I failed -- miserably. What's your experience?

  • You've Probably Adopted a Cat; Has a Cat Ever Adopted You?

    You've Probably Adopted a Cat; Has a Cat Ever Adopted You?

    JaneA Kelley 81

    May 8, 2013 — When Blackie climbed up and snuggled into my neck, it was an adoption interview. I got the job.

  • I Rely on My Feline Alarm Clock. Do Your Cats Wake You Up?

    I Rely on My Feline Alarm Clock. Do Your Cats Wake You Up?

    Tracy Ahrens 33

    May 2, 2013 — My cat licks, nibbles, bites, and knocks things over. Oddly enough, I look forward to it. How about you?

  • Do You Feed Your Cat Before You Feed Yourself?

    Do You Feed Your Cat Before You Feed Yourself?

    Tim Link 35

    May 2, 2013 — If I don't feed my cats first, there are consequences. How do things go in your house?

  • Samuel L. Catson Fled a High-Kill Florida Shelter and Met Me in Maine

    Samuel L. Catson Fled a High-Kill Florida Shelter and Met Me in Maine

    JaneA Kelley 15

    May 1, 2013 — I first heard about Samuel from my fellow Catster columnist Dorian, who helps transport cats from high-kill shelters in her south Florida home to safety in the north.

  • Does Your Cat Love Baths and Grooming?

    Does Your Cat Love Baths and Grooming?

    Tim Link 29

    Apr 25, 2013 — My cats most definitely do not. But I know some cats do -- let's hear from you if yours does!

  • It Came from the Cat’s Stomach: Tell Us Your Hairball Horror Stories!

    It Came from the Cat’s Stomach: Tell Us Your Hairball Horror Stories!

    JaneA Kelley 19

    Apr 24, 2013 — I look back shudder at my first hairball experience. It was a big, wet one. What's your worst episode?

  • People Who Feed Stray and Feral Cats Make Me Mad

    People Who Feed Stray and Feral Cats Make Me Mad

    Meghan Lodge 139

    Apr 24, 2013 — I believe it’s wonderful to help animals in need, but food is not enough. What do you think?

  • Four Ways Cats Crack Us Up Without Fail

    Four Ways Cats Crack Us Up Without Fail

    Angie Bailey 42

    Apr 23, 2013 — Silly quirks may vary from kitty to kitty, but one thing is certain: cats are funny!

  • 6 Surefire Ways to Piss Off Your Cat (Tried and Tested By Catster)

    6 Surefire Ways to Piss Off Your Cat (Tried and Tested By Catster)

    Catherine Holm 27

    Apr 22, 2013 — Want to know how to annoy your cat? Just do what I did with my hot-blooded tortie.

  • People, Abandoning Cats and Hoping for the Best Is NO Solution

    People, Abandoning Cats and Hoping for the Best Is NO Solution

    JaneA Kelley 42

    Apr 19, 2013 — It burns me up to hear people doing this. Thankfully, people like Lisa Boyle are around to save them.

  • OK, Fess Up: Do You Prefer Independent Cats Over Doting Lap Cats?

    OK, Fess Up: Do You Prefer Independent Cats Over Doting Lap Cats?

    Tim Link 152

    Apr 18, 2013 — I have to admit, I'll take an independent cat any day. How about you?

  • So, Um, Would You Give Your New Cat the Same Name as Your Dead Cat?

    So, Um, Would You Give Your New Cat the Same Name as Your Dead Cat?

    JaneA Kelley 90

    Apr 17, 2013 — I think that’s creepy -- but you can try to convince me otherwise in the comments!

  • Our Vet Considers the Cats-Kill-Wildlife Conundrum

    Our Vet Considers the Cats-Kill-Wildlife Conundrum

    Dr. Eric Barchas 10

    Apr 16, 2013 — It's foolish to believe that all feral cats can be killed off. Regardless, I'm strongly against trying.

  • I Can’t Do Anything Without My Cats’ Help -- I Mean, Who Can?

    I Can’t Do Anything Without My Cats’ Help -- I Mean, Who Can?

    Dorian Wagner 14

    Apr 12, 2013 — Do you ever wonder whether our kitties know just how much they're NOT helping when they help?

  • Short Hair or Long Hair? Which Cat Breeds Do You Prefer?

    Short Hair or Long Hair? Which Cat Breeds Do You Prefer?

    Tim Link 47

    Apr 11, 2013 — For me, a short-haired cat is the way to go, mostly because of grooming issues. What about you?

  • High School Was Homophobic Hell for Me; A School Cat Would Have Helped

    High School Was Homophobic Hell for Me; A School Cat Would Have Helped

    JaneA Kelley 30

    Apr 10, 2013 — Simba has visited Westbrook High School for 13 years. Would a cat have helped you cope?

  • My Husband and I Disagree on How Long to Leave a Box Out for the Cats

    My Husband and I Disagree on How Long to Leave a Box Out for the Cats

    Angie Bailey 104

    Apr 10, 2013 — He says they have an expiration date, but I don't mind stepping over them for days ... or longer. Does this happen at your house?

  • Can Understanding Violence Against Animals Help Us End Violence Against Women?

    Can Understanding Violence Against Animals Help Us End Violence Against Women?

    Liz Acosta 50

    Apr 5, 2013 — A comparison between reactions to animal abuse versus human abuse got me thinking.

  • So You Feed Feral Cats: What Do You Do When One Dies?

    So You Feed Feral Cats: What Do You Do When One Dies?

    Dorian Wagner 160

    Apr 5, 2013 — For one thing, I stay strong for the surviving cats.

  • I Helped Find a Lost Cat via Telepathic Communication

    I Helped Find a Lost Cat via Telepathic Communication

    Tim Link 4

    Apr 4, 2013 — Have you had a cat go missing? Maybe I can help.

  • Does Your Cat Listen to You? Does She Care What You Say?

    Does Your Cat Listen to You? Does She Care What You Say?

    JaneA Kelley 38

    Apr 3, 2013 — A study finds that cats respond to their owners' voices. But what about following directions?

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