The Mindset of Four Feral Cats

The Mindset of Four Feral Cats

The below paragraphs share the lives of 4 unrelated feral (or feral to domesticated) cats. Muffin—from feral to still feral: A feral cat named Muffin has immense gratitude for Kathy, who feeds him regularly and looks out for him. Although he has zero interest in...
The Benefit of Purring: From the Cats Themselves

The Benefit of Purring: From the Cats Themselves

During a recent session, Tonto the cat was explaining to his person that when he lays upon her chest and purrs, he is content but is also purring to increase the blood perfusion to the cells of his gastrointestinal tract. Tonto further explains, “‘When I...
The Allure of Cardboard Boxes from the Cat’s Perspective

The Allure of Cardboard Boxes from the Cat’s Perspective

We so enjoy watching our feline friends play and bask in cardboard boxes. (See Eliza demonstrating this idea.) But what exactly IS it about the cardboard box that delights a cat? Just for fun, I’ve inquired with my own 3 cats for their input! Eliza, 12 yr old...