How to achieve Supreme Cat Happiness — “More wet food!” my cat Noodles yowled for the fifth time that morning, headbutting her empty bowl in protest. I sighed, reluctantly opening another can. My dream of staying in my pajamas all Sunday quickly faded under the weight of needy feline demands. …

A guide to gaining social fame for your feline — What does it mean for a cat to be famous in the age of the Internet? One might argue that cats domesticated humans simply to serve them. But perhaps humans cultivate celebrity cats because they admire their carefree attitudes. What if social media offers cats a chance to unite people…

From Mouse Patrol to Cuddle Buddies: Appreciating Our Cat Companions — As Thanksgiving approaches, people reflect on things they are grateful for like family, friends, health, and comfort. But an important group often left out of this holiday tradition is our feline companions! From mousers on Mayflower ships to lap warmers on lazy Sundays, cats have been sources of friendship, comfort…

A Purrfect Morale Boost When I Needed it Most — Life hasn’t been easy lately. Between work stress, financial struggles, and relationship problems, I’ve felt like everything is going wrong. I’ve barely had the energy to get out of bed in the morning, much less face the day with a positive attitude. …

Concrete proof enclosed within — This question may seem absurd, but hear me out. Throughout history, humans have envisioned God as an all-knowing, all-powerful supreme being. We’ve imagined God taking on various human-like forms. But what if we have it all wrong? What if God is actually…a cat? On the surface, cats seem like unlikely…

Examining the Indoor Cat Pros and Cons — Lock your cat up indefinitely? How absurd! Our furry friends deserve the freedom to bask in the sun, roll in the grass and climb trees! Or do they…? Perhaps an exclusively indoor lifestyle truly is best for your beloved feline. Let’s dig into this litter box of controversy. Now before…

Does your cat also moonlight as a biscuit maker? — Have you ever watched your cat obsessively pawing at a blanket, their paws alternating in a rhythmic kneading motion? It may look like they’re hard at work perfecting their biscuit recipe and are ready to open up a bakery! Kneading is an instinctual feline behavior, but why do our kitties…

Divine messengers in disguise — There is an old story that God decided to send angels down to Earth to bring comfort and joy to struggling humans. But to avoid alarming people with wings and halos, He instructed the angels to don warm fur coats and walk on all fours — and so cats came…

Muhammad’s teachings of empathy — The call to prayer sounded, and the Prophet Muhammad prepared to go to the mosque. But when he went to put on his robe, he found a small stray cat peacefully sleeping on the sleeve. Muhammad paused, not wanting to disturb the kitten’s slumber. …