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Who doesn’t love rewarding a curious cat with a treat? There you are indulging in your favorite snack or fruit. Suddenly a hairy face bobs …
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Did you know that all kittens are born with blue eyes? However, once most kittens reach six weeks of age the melatonin kicks in and most cats develop a different eye colour. However, there are some cat breeds that have a recessive gene which means that their eyes will stay blue. So if you have [...]
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If you love and admire your cat like I expect you do, then you’ve most likely thought about what it must be like to walk in their paws. Wouldn’t it be great if they had cameras for cat collars so you could see how they experience the world and what life looks like from all [...]
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Dogs are quite well known for their drooling habits. Cats don’t tend to drool very often so when it happens it can be a cause …
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The big eyes of human babies mean that we are hard wired to like animals with big eyes. Seeing those big eyes floods our brains with feel-good chemicals. So it should come as no surprise that we humans can find big eyed cat breeds irresistible. Here are 13 Big Eyed Cat Breeds you’ll fall for. [...]
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What do Garfield, Simba, and Puss in Boots have in common? Well, they’re all cats in famous movies, after whom you may want to name …
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For many cat owners, that luxurious, cheerful purr is one of the best reasons for owning a cat. In fact, studies show that people who have felines have less stress-induced health issues, which may be linked to our kitties’ purrs. No wonder, then, that you’re upset and asking, “Well, just why doesn’t my cat purr?” [...]
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I found it quite difficult to write this post as I can’t bear the thought of anything happening to my beloved Siberian cat Alexei. However, …
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Gorgeous, loving, and a little mischievous, black and white cats are one of my favorite colored finicky felines. Your new tuxedo cat deserves a name …
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For animals with the reputation of being cold and independent, many cats are surprisingly cuddly when it comes to bedtime. Most pet owners don’t question this too much — after all, who doesn’t want a real-life teddy bear? However, there are specific answers to “why does my cat sleep with me,” and it’s 100% worth [...]
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Considering how much time cats spend asleep it seems reasonable that they would have dreams. Cats sleep 15 hours a day on average – twice …
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Cashews make for the perfect little snacks; they’re small and delicious. We humans love to munch on them at any given time. And our kitties …
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Our fluffy feline friends are aloof, yet lovable parts of our lives. We tend to shower them with attention and affection when we get the opportunity to do so. But, contrary to what some cat-parents may think, not all cats enjoy this physical affection we so desperately want to show. So how to pet a [...]
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When people resemble each other, we often say they seem “separated at birth.” Some experts believe that the Main Coon and Norwegian Forest Cat are …
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Anyone who’s owned a cat carries scars on their hands and fingers. Literally. But that’s normal for feline owners. Almost everyone will talk about how they got those scars with adoration, rather than scorn. In many cases, cats simply offer claws in return for fingers. Who doesn’t know the sudden claw-first grab after a tummy [...]
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When it comes to cuteness overload, a few little critters can match up to kittens. If you’ve just gotten your adorable ball of love, you’re …
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If you’re a cat owner, you’ve likely wondered why cats rub against one person but not another. Your fluffy companion might greet you at the door and rub against your legs, but be aloof when your partner or friend enters through the same door. Why do they do this? What does it mean when a [...]
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Cats are peculiar and fascinating creatures. Some of their habits, such as your kitty’s soft purrs, are easy for us to understand as affectionate. Other behavioral characteristics of cats are far more confusing. If you’ve caught your cat intently staring, you might have felt like they were trying to communicate. Perhaps you’ve been woken up [...]
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Hailing from Thailand, Siamese cats have become famous for their peculiar looks and distinct personalities, which has made them one of the most expensive cat …
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I am a huge fan of floof and fluff. When I was looking at what type of cat to get I did a thorough check of the fluffiest cat breeds combined with cats who act like dogs and found my perfect match with my Siberian cat Alexei. Whilst Siberians are wonderfully fluffy and – spoiler [...]
