by Soojin Um Staff Writer If you spend a lot of time on your laptop at home, whether you’re working on a project or just relaxing and surfing the net, you may often find your feline friend spending a lot of time right in front of you. In fact, your cat could be trying to …
Category Archives: Cat Stuff
Cats in the Ancient World
by Soojin Um Staff Writer Cats have been human companions for 100,000 years. Domestication occurred around 5000 years ago, though some archaeologists say it’s more like 10,000 years ago. The relationship between cats and humans started out purely as a business transaction: you protect our grain from mice, and we will allow you to live …
Three Little-Known Facts About Your Cat
by Soojin Um Staff Writer For cat parents, there’s nothing better than your cat softly meowing, purring, and then falling asleep gently in your lap. It’s the very embodiment of relaxation and contentedness. But is it really? Certainly, when your cat meows, purrs, and closes its eyes slowly, they’re often happy and sleepy. But scientists …
Catios Bring Nature to Your Cats
by Soojin Um Staff Writer You may have seen them in magazines, on social media posts, or when driving through your neighborhood. Catios, or cat patios, have become very popular in recent years with cat parents who have indoor cats. These patios give cats a taste of the outdoors, while protecting them from the potential …
Cats Feeling the Need to Knead?
by Soojin Um Staff Writer Your cat wakes up from a nap after lunch. He stretches and yawns, eyes blinking. Then he reaches out with his paws and starts work on his cat bed. The left and right paws alternate rhythmically, his eyes go into a calm trance. Purring starts to become louder. And as …
Feral Cats in the City
by Soojin Um Staff Writer In any urban environment, you can see them. Feral cats roam the streets and alleyways, sometimes alone, oftentimes in colonies. They are essentially wild animals, having grown up with no contact with people, fending for themselves since birth. They’re the result of stray, other feral, and sometimes non-neutered outdoor cats. …
Cats that Comfort and Care
by Soojin Um Staff Writer Ask any cat lover and they will all agree: cats do wonders for the soul. There is nothing more calming than a cat snuggled up next to you, purring softly. In recent years, cats have been used to comfort patients in hospitals and nursing homes. Young and old alike find …
Kitty Winter Tips
Hello Fussie Cat family! We all know the headache that comes with a cat who must resort to entertaining themselves during those cold winter months. While many of us have indoor cats, who are used to being inside, the same can’t be said for everyone. For those of you who have outdoor cats, we have …
Feline Companionship
Feline companionship might just be one of the best things you can do for your health. Studies show that cat owners are less likely to die of a heart attack or any other cardiovascular disease in comparison to people who’ve never owned a pet cat. A study with almost 4,500 men and women, all free …
7 Facts About Your Cat’s Tail
1. Your cat’s tail helps them to balance. The tail helps to serve as a counterbalance when cats walk on narrow spaces such as fences or shelves. The tail also aids in balance when a cat is running after or jumping on prey. 2. Tail injuries can cause permanent damage. The tail houses nerves that …
