There’s nothing better than cuddling up with our cat, and watching our cat’s favorite movie. What? Our cat doesn’t have a favorite move? How do we know? Some movies offer opportunities to interact with our cat. Some movies are about cats, and prompt us to say nice things to our cat. Some movies offer built-in cat interest. Best of all, this could be a movie we already know and love. see more Lolcats and funny pictures Romance movies. If we’re already suffering from the... Read Full Story

A reader writes: I have a filtering pitcher at home because I like the way the water tastes. Should my cats be drinking it too? Dear Readers, Yes. moar humorous pics If the filtered water tastes better to us, then it will taste much better to the cats. Cats not only have highly sensitive taste buds, they also have a special relationship with their drinking water. When we remember cats were originally from the desert, their fascination with water becomes clearer. This does not mean we should ... Read Full Story

Ah, kittens. Nothing cuter. Adding a new kitten to the household is the easiest introduction of all; kittens tend to not trip an older cat’s territory protection, and they should be fixed long before hormones enter the picture. Kitten woes come from another direction, especially if it has been a while between youngsters. Kittens will try the other cats’ patience. see more crazy cat pics Kittens have to play, and usually know only one way to ask; by tackling another cat by the hea... Read Full Story

What is the best way to get our cats to behave? We need to set up feedback loops to shape our cat’s responses. Cats usually do not misbehave on purpose. A lot of our cat’s poor choices can come from a sheer lack of understanding of what is expected of them. more animals Cats, as they see it, do not do bad things. If they see something as bad, they won’t do it. We can best come to a shared view on behavior when we spend time with our kitten or cat, acting distressed when they... Read Full Story

It can be difficult to discover a cat’s age unless they are very old or very young, because cats give definite signs of what age they are in, but not how long they have to go to complete it. Cats also play with our perceptions by acting more confident, and older, than they feel. see more Lolcats and funny pictures Most kittens are born quick-minded, and with nurturance, they only become more so. We can’t go by size to discover a kitten’s age, since cats can vary so much in s... Read Full Story

Cats are so good at being predators, it makes some people nervous. Aren’t cats killers? Well, yes. They are. They hunt and eat. But not us. see more Lolcats and funny pictures Cat do not see us as prey. We are friends. Cats can make friends even with rats, so we shouldn’t worry. I’ve seen people get nervous when a cat displays some of their most wild-eyed, vocal, and high-speed play enjoyment. It looks unpredictable, uncontrolled, and downright scary. To them. To me, it̵... Read Full Story

It’s a holiday closely associated with cats… and not to their benefit. Here’s some pertinent posts of past celebrations. see more Lolcats and funny pictures Should we keep our cat in around this time? Read my post on Cat Safety on Halloween. Find out Why Black Cats are Shy. Expect them to be puzzled by our costume. Treat our cats well on this holiday that has both raised the pet cat’s profile; and made them become associated with scary things. Remember, if we mistreat ... Read Full Story

It’s not a method that works for everything, but when a cat is bothering us, we can do the martial arts move I call Hug Monster. As I’m working on the blog, six month old Olwyn is playing with the stuff on the table beside me. I need my glasses, pens, and whatnot right where they are, not tossed on the floor. Yet, one of the reasons she is playing with them is because they are near me. How can I discourage her from playing with my stuff while making sure she understands I like hav... Read Full Story

How can anyone not love cats? My investigations to uncover the hidden prejudices which keeps cats out of loving homes continues. I know North American society has some conception that cats are a “feminine” pet. So I’m always glad to let the male Cat Appreciators tell their side. One of my readers wanted to share their experiences as a Man With a Cat. How did you discover cats? My grandparents had outdoor cats when I was growing up, a big relaxed orange fellow who was always... Read Full Story

Mr. Bond, at twelve years old, is right in the middle of that special time in a cat’s life when their mental powers peak, and they make their plans with great finesse. This is also when their body shows some signs of slowing down. This is a very gradual process, and encourages the cat to concentrate on the more energy-efficient fun found in thinking. And they are lying around more. see more Lolcats and funny pictures Mr. Bond pulls his “carry me to my food” routine a couple ... Read Full Story