Is there anything more adorable than a cat purring in your lap? We think not! Purring is hands down one of the sweetest things cats do, and if you've ever experienced purrs for yourself, you've likely ...

Why do cats purr? Humans tend to think that purring is a sign of happiness in a cat — and indeed it can be — but there are other reasons why our feline friends produce this particular vocalization.

Cats may purr because they are happy or they want something, like food, from you. Mother cats and kittens communicate through purring, so the sound may be a carryover from kittenhood. The low ...

If you have ever been fortunate enough to sit with a purring cat in your lap, you will know how soothing and calming a feeling it is. Studies have shown it can even lower your blood pressure and ...

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Animals have always been an important part of my life. I grew up with cats and later as an adult, we had dogs join the family. I have been training and showing dogs since 1975. However, I always had ...

Every morning … every morning (sigh) I have to clean the cat litter that Stuart, my black cat, scatters on the oak floor … every morning. Each time Stuart climbs out of the box, the clay litter sticks ...

Having a cat is like having a forever (er, fur-ever?) best friend. They're basically walking, meowing, sassy shadows that bring a whole lot of love and laughter to your life... even if you have to ...

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