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Naming a cat "Whiskers" is like naming a baby "Fingertips."

Apart from being the feline equivalent of a fancy mustache, what are cat whiskers for? As it turns out, multiple things.

Ellen Gutoskey




A cat that nuzzles your head is essentially saying you're part of the team. A subordinate, but still part of the team.

Cats seem to enjoy booping humans on their foreheads. Is it a sign of affection, or yet another sign of condescension?

Jake Rossen


Pooli the cat modeling her uniform on her 15th birthday.

Dogs and horses may rightfully claim their share of battlefield glory, but cats have proven themselves just as brave, cunning, and loyal.

Jackie Mead


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Even if you're used to seeing your cat throw up, don't ignore it: It could be a sign of something serious.

Michele Debczak
Simone Simon stars in Cat People (1942).

'Cat People' made millions for RKO Pictures and subversively revolutionized the horror genre. Here are 11 facts about this hair-raising classic.

Mark Mancini


Azat Kılınç, Unsplash

Your cat's habit of sleeping all day isn't a sign of laziness—it's a survival instinct that's baked into their genes.

Michele Debczak