Older animals can still make great companions—here’s what to consider when looking to add one to your family.

CATS
Cats sometimes act like a bowl of water is something to approach with extreme caution. There’s a reason for it, though.
Think you know your feline facts? Test yourself with this puzzling primer on all things cat. (Bonus points if you can finish before one starts napping on your keyboard.)
You’ll never look at these creatures the same way again.
An extra-fluffy tail doesn’t just look cute—it’s your cat’s way of communicating how they feel.
Here’s a hint: It’s not by sweating through their paws.
A sunken ship near Florida holds clues to the early history of cats in the U.S.
See which international cities offer the best conditions for you and your companion.
The Scottish government won’t be rounding up people’s pets any time soon.
See if you can spot the names of these common (and not so common) terms for animal apprehension.
A family‘s pet cat was mistakenly left on a flight, leading to a cross-country journey from Melbourne to New Zealand and back.
We asked an expert to help us investigate the adorable causes of the tongue-lolling phenomenon.
Tractive‘s GPS tracker offers real-time tracking, health monitoring, and safety features for dog owners.
Cat lovers, take note: Here‘s a list of the most feline-friendly cities worldwide.
People tend to know a bit about the history of popular dog breeds, but cat breeds are just as unique and interesting.