Is Your Cat a Stalker? Olga’s Creepy Ways
Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Cats keep us entertained, and most cat owners are happy to share their homes with miniature, slightly psychotic predators. They’re friendlier and more intelligent than some give them credit for, but their behavior can get them into […]
Zazzles and Her Multiple Personalities
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. This is Zazzles. Zazzles is our most timid, quiet, and shy cat, and it is not unusual for us to go days without seeing her, apart from when she skulks out […]
World Animal Enrichment Day: Everything You Need to Know (Vet-Reviewed)
Let’s face facts: We would get dreadfully bored—and quite frankly, depressed—if we were forced to live the same day over and over again. The same can apply to our cats. Even though they can be creatures of habit, they need a little spice in their day-to-day life to keep things fun and exciting. World Animal […]
Why Are Cats Called Pussycats? A Brief History of the Term
We might have moved away from the term ‘pussycat’ when referring to a feline, it went through the process of relating to cats, then relating to ladies, then becoming a 2000s girl band sensation! But where did the terminology come from? We have a little 411 on this term, so you can understand how it […]
Crystal & Ivy: How I Met My Soul Cat
Welcome to the Wednesday Cats of Catster! Every week, we share a story from one of our cat-loving Catsters. This week is about Crystal and her soul cat, Ivy. Hi Catsters! I’m Crystal. I work in the marketing department for Catster. You may have seen some of my posts on our social media and listened […]
How to Get Cat Pee Smells & Stains Out of Carpets: Easy Steps
Dealing with the smell of cat pee in your house is off-putting for everyone who lives there, let alone any visitors who want to come by. Luckily, you do not have to live with the smell of cat pee or expose your friends and family to the smell either. There are a few quick and […]
11 Best Cat Scratchers of 2026 – Reviews & Top Picks
Our beloved cats scratch for all sorts of reasons, so it makes perfect sense to make sure you have at least one type of cat scratcher in your home for your cat to enjoy. While many of us might think that our cats scratch to sharpen their claws, that’s not the case! Cats use scratching […]
How Movies and Television Portray Cats: Stereotypes & Olga’s Nature
Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Before a friend gave me a Siamese cat several years ago, I knew little about them and had no idea how vocal they were. I met several people who thought they were meaner and more devious than other breeds, […]
Alex – What Long Whiskers You Have!
Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and meet my five hilarious cats: Clutch, Cyril, Alex, Zelda, and Zazzles. When looking at my ginger cat, Alex, it’s hard not to notice that he has remarkably long whiskers, particularly for a short-haired cat, and it made me wonder about some of […]
Basal Cell Tumors in Cats: Signs, Causes, Diagnosis & Care (Vet Answer)
Our pets are a wonderful source of affection, companionship, entertainment, and stress relief, but they can also make us worry. Despite the many steps we take and the measures we put in place to make sure we are giving our cats the very best care, there will always be illnesses that are completely out of […]
