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Selkirk Rex Explained

March 19, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

The Selkirk Rex cat breed, known for its unique and curly plush coat, has become increasingly popular among cat lovers for its friendly and affectionate personality.

Categories Cat Trivia Tags cat breeds
An orange tabby cat crunched on the soil about to leap towards a black squirrel.

Hunt, Hide, Nap: How Natural Instincts Drive an Indoor Cat’s Behavior

March 11, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Indoor cats still retain a lot of their natural instincts and behaviors.

Categories Cat Behavior Tags instincts
A black cat with reddish-brown fur sitting inside a blue plastic bowl on a wooden table in the sun.

Two Things That Turn Black Cats’ Fur Red

March 1, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

If you notice your black cat’s fur taking on a reddish tint, there are two likely reasons for the change in fur color.

Categories Cat Care
Beige cat litter rubber mat on wooden floor in room with black cat using blue litterbox.

Why Cats Like to Run Around After Using the Litter Box

February 26, 2023February 26, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

If you’ve ever wondered why your cat suddenly sprints around the house doing their business in the litter box, here are a few theories behind this cat behavior.

Categories Cat Behavior Tags zoomies
A mountain lion stands on a light colored log next to the blue waters of a lake.

Swimming Cougars

February 25, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Cougars, otherwise known as mountain lions, have been known to swim across rivers and in the ocean to reach islands.

Categories Wild Cats Tags cougars, mountain lions
Two siamese cats sitting on a mat in front of a door.

Siamese Cats Explained

February 23, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Siamese cats are a popular breed known for their colorpoint fur pattern, vocalization, and playful personalities.

Categories Cat Trivia Tags cat breeds
Two tabby cats walking down a soil path next to grass with their tails entwined.

How Cats Show Affection Through Their Tails

February 22, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

From tail puffing to twining to rubbing, cats use their tails in a variety of ways to express their affection and establish bonds with those around them.

Categories Cat Behavior Tags cat communication
A cat walking along a sidewalk at night.

9 Common Cat Myths

February 20, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Learn about some of the most common myths about cats like they always land on their feet, are solitary creatures, and can see in complete darkness.

Categories Cat Behavior
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Why Orange Tabby Cats Get Black Spots

February 19, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Lentigo are freckles that are commonly associated with orange tabby cats.

Categories Cat Care Tags orange tabby, tabby cat
A juvenile fisher cat on a log in a forest.

Animals Named Cat That Aren’t Actually Cats

February 18, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

From the fisher cat to the civet cat and the polecat, these creatures have nothing to do with our domesticated feline friends.

Categories Cat Trivia
Side by side photos of a Thai cat (left) and a Siamese cat (right) against a white background.

Landrace Cats

February 23, 2023February 15, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Landrace cats are natural domestic cats that have evolved over a long time to adapt to certain geographic regions.

Categories Cat Trivia Tags landrace cats, natural cats
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