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Why cats like to sit on dark objects

Caitlin Dempsey

Why do some cats like to lie on black things? No one really knows but here are a few ideas.

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Harlequin cats

Caitlin Dempsey

Learn about harlequin cats and where the name comes from for these mostly white cats with patches.

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Things you may not know about cats

Caitlin Dempsey

Here are some little known facts about the domestic cat that you probably don't know.

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Eye color in cats

Caitlin Dempsey

Cat eye colors come in a range of shades: green, blue, yellow, and amber.

A closeup of a colorpoint cat with blue eyes against a blurry hedge.

3 facts about blue-eyed cats

Caitlin Dempsey

Did you know that all kittens are born with blue eyes? Learn about this and other facts about blue-eyed cats.

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How to tell if your cat is a tabby

Caitlin Dempsey

Tabbies, or tabby cats, are domestic cats that carry a distinctive coat pattern. Learn how to tell if your cat is a tabby.

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4 reasons why your cat wags their tail

Caitlin Dempsey

Cats are expressive creatures, and their body language can reveal a lot about their emotions. Here are four reasons why a cat will wag their tails.

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Why cats go bald above their eyes

Caitlin Dempsey

As cats get older, the fur above their eyes starts to thin.

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9 words about cats you should know

Caitlin Dempsey

If you love cats, here are nine words you should have in your vocabulary about these beloved felines.

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Cat puzzle feeders

Caitlin Dempsey

Cat puzzle feeders are toys that stimulate your cat's hunting instinct. They require cats to solve a puzzle to get to their food, turning meal or treat time into playtime.

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What’s the oldest photograph of a cat?

Caitlin Dempsey

What's the oldest photograph of a cat? The oldest known photographs featuring cats date back to between 1840 and 1860.

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