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CATS

These little cats aren't short on cuteness, that's for sure.

Munchkin cats are often compared to dachshunds because of their unique size. Discover more facts about these adorable felines here.

Kirstin Fawcett
You should probably get a cat.

Studies have shown that just watching cat videos on the internet can boost a person’s energy and create positive emotions—so it’s no surprise that actual cat ownership has a number of benefits. Here are a few.

Kathy Benjamin, Austin Thompson


Those ears!

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, bagpipes, and some of the world’s finest whiskies all hail from Scotland—but the country’s most lovable export might be the Scottish Fold Cat. (Sorry, Scottish Terriers.)

Kirstin Fawcett






The items are this list are purrfect for pet lovers.

This holiday season, treat the pet lovers in your life with these gifts for themselves, their cats, their dogs, and beyond.

Kerry Wolfe












A beautiful Birman cat.

The Birman looks kind of like the Siamese’s fluffy cousin—even though the two probably aren’t closely related.

Kirstin Fawcett


Cats aren't the curmudgeons you've been led to believe. That still doesn't mean they like bowties.

From the mysteries behind their meows to what all that purring is about, we're breaking down some myths about our feline companions.

Kerry Wolfe