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Closeup shot of a Van cat lying on the ground at daylight. A blurred chicken is behind the cat.

Van Cat Explained

February 15, 2023February 14, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

The Van cat is a breed of domestic cat that originates from the eastern region of Turkey, particularly around Lake Van.

Categories Cat Trivia Tags cat breeds
An orange tabby inspecting a book on a sofa.

Cozy Mystery Books With Cats

February 23, 2023February 14, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

I’m compiling a growing list of cozy mysteries starring cats that I’ve read and appreciated.

Categories Cat Trivia Tags books
A black cat lying down on a table with school paper work.

Why Some Black Cats Grow White Fur

March 1, 2023February 13, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Black cats can develop white fur due to aging, genetics, hormonal changes, and health issues.

Categories Cat Care Tags black cats, white spotting
The head of a gray tabby being put under the chin.

How Do Cats Like to be Pet?

February 12, 2023February 12, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Most cats enjoy being pet by their owners – learn to understand how your cat communicates they want to be pet.

Categories Cat Behavior Tags cat communication, cat socialization
Two gray tabbies playing on a light gray couch.

Playing or Fighting: How to Tell What Your Cats are Doing

February 16, 2023February 11, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

You can tell the difference between cats playing or fighting by looking at their body language and vocalizations.

Categories Cat Behavior Tags cat communication, cat socialization
A black cat and grey tabby lying next to each other.

If Cats are Independent, Why Do They Form Bonds?

February 11, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Despite their independent reputation, cats do form close bonds with humans and other cats.

Categories Cat Behavior Tags cat communication, cat socialization
A black cat sitting on top of a black luggage.

Why Cats Love to Sit in Suitcases

February 11, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Cats are drawn to suitcases for a variety of reasons. Learn why in this article.

Categories Cat Behavior
A close up of the abdomen of a cat-faced spider.

This Spider Looks Like a Cat

February 3, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

The cat-faced spider has markings on its abdomen that resemble a mountain lion.

Categories Cat Trivia
An old anatomy drawing of the skeleton structure of a house cat.

Why are Cats Flexible?

February 3, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Cats can stretch and bend their bodies in amazing ways thanks to their distinctive skeletal structure, which includes a flexible spine and loose joints.

Categories Cat Trivia Tags cat anatomy
A pen and ink drawing of a mother cat watching over her newborn kittens next to a saucer and a small ball of string.

The Cats of Gottfried Mind

February 2, 2023January 31, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Nicknamed the “Cat Raphael”, Swiss artist Gottfried Mind was known for his meticulously rendered illustrations and paintings of cats.

Categories Cat Trivia Tags cat art
Curious blue tabby maine coon cat playing with water in metal bowl outdoors on grass touching water with paw

Why Cats Splash Water

January 28, 2023January 28, 2023 by Caitlin Dempsey

Here are a few reasons why your cat may love to play with water.

Categories Cat Behavior Tags water
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