Traveling with animals is sometimes easier than traveling with children. Many of us have been on flights where crying babies would not stop making a fuss. But that’s just how it is with toddlers, and all anyone can do is be patient. You would suppose that the same goes for pets, but a flight attendant thought otherwise and caused great distress to a passenger carrying a cat.
Our pets often become part of the family. But when something is wrong with them, we’d like to know before it becomes too bad. Here are 10 signs that something might be wrong with your cat.
Spending the night together was supposed to bring them closer, but when a boyfriend prioritized his cat over our reader, she made a decision that changed everything. Now, with trust broken and emotions running high, she’s left questioning if she went too far and if her relationship can be saved. Read the full story below and take your side.
As it turns out, more than 46 million homes in the U.S. have a cat. Imagine how many more would love to have a feline friend jumping around their furniture, but can’t because they are allergic. What if they can, though? Let’s check 9 cat breeds that are hypoallergenic, and you can adopt if allergies plague you.
Owning a cat is full of ups and downs. These fascinating pets are both affectionate and independent, curious yet reserved, smart but sometimes silly. However, they can be tricky, with occasional behavior issues, picky eating, and sometimes unexpected reactions to affection. Some cat breeds are more demanding than others, so if you’re a first-time owner, it might be best to avoid the ones listed here. Each has wonderful traits, but they can be a bit much for beginners.
Managing the intricacies of blending families is tough, particularly right after moving in together. Naomi’s stepdaughter has a deep attachment to her cat, while Naomi’s daughter is extremely afraid of it. When her husband declined to give up the animal, Naomi took an extreme step, leading to a surprising outcome. Now feeling upset and unsure, she came to us for guidance.
Navigating the complexities of a blended family can be challenging, especially when they’ve just begun living together. Naomi’s stepdaughter adores her cat, but her own daughter is terrified of it. When Naomi’s husband refused to part with the pet, she made a drastic decision that resulted in an unexpected reaction. Feeling hurt and lost, she reached out to us for advice.
When the man in today's story met his girlfriend, he was captivated by her passion for veganism and animal rights. Her unwavering commitment to living a cruelty-free lifestyle was both admirable and inspiring. However, this dedication has now led to an unexpected and heart-wrenching dilemma.
When your parents get divorced and marry again, the relationships with their new partners and kids may be complicated. A Reddit user found himself in an uneasy situation when his mom posed an ultimate to choose between his cat and stepbrother.
Pets make us happier, but it turns out that if we care too much about them, our relationship might suffer. This is exactly what happened to our reader. Her husband loves his cat so much that he forgot to help his pregnant wife in a dangerous situation. Instead, he made sure his cat was safe and sound.
Let’s get into the “purrfect” world of felines. From the sand cat that can go for weeks without drinking water to the first cat that went to space. Here are the 10 interesting cat facts for you to enjoy and be informed about.
A while ago, an interesting story happened in Thailand. A cat left its owner for 3 days, and everyone thought it was missing. The cat came back, and the owner was delighted, but not before he noticed a note on the cat’s neck.
Wham-bam! Something crashes to the floor. Glass shatters. In the silence and pitch-black darkness of your bedroom, the clatter is deafening. You’re almost certain it’s still too early to wake up yet. Grunting, you stretch your hand and grab your phone. 3.15 AM. You gotta be kidding me. Argh! This CAT!
Cotton Candy is a restless cat who lives with his owner in Florianópolis in southern Brazil. One day, he brought an enormous portion of fun to his owners, coming home after an unforgettable walk. And not only his owners but thousands of people were left in stitches after reading the post dedicated to Cotton candy’s shenanigans. After reading their story, we bet you’ll have a massive laugh too.
Wadsworth, or simply Waddy, is a charming black cat who lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, together with his humans Natasha and Andrew Klosterman and 5 other cats. He would probably have remained unknown to a wide audience, like many other cats, if he didn’t have a superpower — Waddy begs like it’s his profession. He presses his paws together and waves them until he gets what he wants — and it’s adorable.
A well-known Internet trick says that if you make a square out of tape on the floor, it can “catch” your cat in just a few seconds. The trick seems to work well for many cats, but the tape square is not the only trap you can use to capture your sweet feline. A bath mat, a shoe, a book, or even a belt — they all can become highly efficient cat catchers if you just leave them on the floor and watch. But be warned — some traps work so well, they can capture your kitty before you can even blink.
Many cat owners complain that their animals behave extremely badly: they push things off shelves, bite their humans aggressively when they pet them, and refuse to play with expensive toys. We get angry at our fluffy hooligans and oftentimes don’t realize that they are trying to say something or search for help from us with their behavior.
Casper, a Samoyed, and Romeo, a grumpy cat in all its glory, have found a best friend in each other. Their sweet chemistry has already gained a fan following of over 60,000 people. These two white floofs go on adventures together and, despite having entirely different personalities, they somehow make it work.
When you get a cat, your life changes. You won’t be able to get up at the time you want, you may be attacked at the most unexpected moment, and a calm mealtime will only be possible in your dreams. But your life will definitely be way more fun.
Mary Barnes adopted a cat named Marvin half a year ago, thinking that it would be a good companion for her 7-year-old dog, Moose. But in addition to becoming a great playmate, the cat now helps Moose overcome anxiety while storms, fireworks, and other loud noises make the dog nervous.
Thanks to his fashion sense and mesmerizing blue eyes, 4-year-old Baron has become an Instagram celebrity. Unlike other cats, this ragdoll loves taking a bath in a tub full of toys and posing for photos that can melt you instantly.
From time to time, nature presents our pets with some unusual gifts, making them stand out with their unique looks. That’s exactly what happened to this cat named Marley. Just have a look at his face and you’ll see why he can easily be recognized as “the grumpiest guy of the year.”
They say that in order to get a pet cat, all you need to do is put an empty box on the floor — a couple of minutes later, some fluffy is likely to appear in it. In reality, this process is a little bit more complicated. However, some of our article’s characters claim they got their pets almost out of thin air.
Life is simply not as fun without a cat. Just think, when was the last time your little fluffy amused you with their hunt for another fly, or how they suddenly began to complain when you returned home? They’re more than our beloved pets, they’re family members. And if they suddenly bite you after rubbing against your hand, don’t worry, they aren’t mad. Perhaps they were just going crazy with love!
Imagining your cat or dog going out for a while and getting lost is a nightmare for any pet owner. According to statistics, 1 in 3 pets gets lost at some point in their life. It’s probably impossible to completely avoid the risk of losing your pet, but you can surely increase their chances of being found. Microchipping your pet can bring it back to you even years later, and Elinore Repucci, from Massachusetts, knows this better than anyone else.
A lynx named Linda was born at the Leningrad Zoo in June 2007. Sometime later, a cat called Dusya also settled into Linda’s enclosure. Now they’ve been living together for 12 years, proving that friendship is boundless.
When you have a pet for a long time, you get used to how they look, and can easily recognize them in comparison to any other pets. But imagine that one day your cat or dog suddenly change their look. Nicole Böhm, from Germany, adopted 2 kittens in 2016, and everything was fine until she noticed that something strange was going on with one of them. Elli, who used to be a black-and-white tuxedo cat, started to turn white right before her owner’s eyes.
When you own a cat for years, you can solve any “cat issue” just in a few minutes. Cat owners know how to calm their pet down, correct their bad habits, and construct a scratcher that you don’t have to nail to a wall. Fortunately, they’re always ready to share their experience with other people who love these furry animals.
Choosing a pet is a pretty big decision to make. There are so many types of breeds and the options just never seem to end. Yet there are some tips that can help you find the cat that matches you best.
It’s not just tips that hotel customers leave behind, guests often leave things that don’t quite fit the concept of “light mess.” Welcome to the world of unexpected hotel secrets!
When it comes to pets, or even other animals we encounter, it’s hard to figure out how exactly their brains are wired. While some have heroic animal stories, others may have some really derpy four-legged companions. Here go more such stories that animals might just be the perfect mix of silly and smart, but they are all definitely amazing and full of love.
Not all events and phenomena in this world can be explained logically. There’s also intuition. We found stories that checkmate all pragmatists.
Taking a beloved pet to the vet is often an emotional experience. When an animal appears sick or injured, their owners naturally assume the worst and rush them in for medical attention. However, not every visit results in a dire diagnosis. Here are 13 stories of pet owners who took their animals to the vet, only to discover they might have overreacted.
Some people don’t even suspect that working remotely is not boring at all. This work is not inferior to office work, and in some respects it even outdoes it.
Have you ever had an occurrence so extraordinary, that half the world could never experience it, even if they tried? Well, these special people did, and had they not experienced it for themselves, they wouldn’t believe it either. Here are 14 stories so wild, they left us mesmerized.
Real-life happy endings may not happen often, which is exactly why they feel so rewarding when they do. These rare but meaningful stories of triumph remind us that hope and perseverance can lead to something beautiful. And when a happy ending does come along, it’s worth celebrating.
