Why Does My Cat Comfort Me When I Cry? 5 Vet-Reviewed Ways They Cheer Us Up
We’ve all had one of those days where we just need a good cry for one reason or another. Pet owners are never alone with their feelings, however, and our animals notice when we’re dealing with a lot of emotions. In short, cats comfort us when we cry because they can tell we’re upset. Here […]
We Chat With “Homer’s Odyssey” Author Gwen Cooper About Her Blind Cat’s Legacy
A couple of years ago, I (and a few million or so others) read Homer’s Odyssey, the best-selling memoir of Gwen Cooper’s life with her blind cat and the journey of growth and change she experienced as a result of living with him. Then, Cooper published a new book, Homer: The Ninth Life of a […]
Foods for Cats With Kidney Disease: The Right Things to Look For (Vet-Reviewed)
Receiving the news that your beloved cat has kidney disease can be devastating. However, with proper care, medications, and food, the disease can be managed, and, depending on the stage of the disease, your cat may still have many years of life ahead. That said, the food that you give your cat is of utmost […]
We Talk to Ben Fisher and Michelle Nguyen About the Grumpy Cat Comic
It can’t be easy to turn a meme into a full-fledged comic with multiple stories, but Grumpy Cat, née Tardar Sauce, is no ordinary meme. She’s a social media icon, merchandise queen, and even a TV movie star (though she sounded suspiciously like that actress from Parks and Recreation). Rather than have her interact with […]
Why Does My Cat Have a Snaggle Tooth? Causes & Treatment (Vet Answer)
Adult cats typically have 30 permanent teeth. By 6 months of age, all of the deciduous teeth (baby teeth) should have fallen out and been replaced by these adult teeth. You may have noticed a tooth that is sticking out at an abnormal angle, or just doesn’t look quite right. This could be a snaggle […]
Cat Tracking Chips: GPS vs. Microchip Technology Explained & Vet-Reviewed
One in three pets go missing in their lifetime. Over 10 million pets in the U.S. go missing every year.1 Sadly, many are not reunited with their guardians. In addition to the heartache caused by a lost pet, it can cost hundreds of dollars even when a pet is found. This is why an ounce […]
We Chat With “Cat Art Show 2” Curator Susan Michals About Her Exhibition Devoted to Cats
Cats continue to creep into human culture. When I say this, I don’t just mean that humanity risks emotional obliteration in the audiovisual avalanche of cat videos and photos supplied by the Internet. I mean cats are strengthening their paw-hold in ways that transcend “Adorable!” and “Oh God would you look at that vet bill.” […]
We Chat With Cyriak About His “Meow The Jewels” Video
Some days, you think you’ve seen all that the Internet has to offer when it comes to cat videos. Sure, there are gazillions of them bopping around out there in the online ether, but it gets to a point where you’re basically looking at one of three things: Dinky kittens taking their first wobbly steps in […]
What to Do When Cats Cause Relationship Problems: Best Tips & Tricks
Animals can be such a rewarding component of your life. Their personalities, loving nature, and ability to bond will make you feel like your house is completely empty if you don’t have a furry friend. But what exactly happens when your kitty companion and significant other don’t get along? Although we suggest kicking out your […]
Inside the World of Cats Who Own Ice Cream Trucks
While searching Instagram for photos of things like cats destroying jigsaw puzzles, cats paying tribute to David Bowie, and cats who somehow resemble Seinfeld‘s George Costanza, I often come across pictures of cats in cardboard ice cream trucks hawking fish flavored treats. A quick Google search showed them to be made by a company called […]
