The longhaired feline has a storied past—and a frenzied following.

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Pet advice from the Middle Ages included enough Latin incantations, unusual remedies, and bizarre superstitions to fill a Great Dane.
Jenny the ship cat likely didn't make it off 'Titanic' alive, but according to one legend, she anticipated the disaster and saved the life of a crew member.
The American Kennel Club refers to this dog as “saucy,” and with good reason: Despite their small size, these dogs have a ton of personality.
Get to know the exotic, spotted kitty.
It’s probably time for a ‘Lady and the Tramp’ rewatch, anyway—you might as well try to make some cash while doing it.
Even if you've never owned one, you've surely seen Golden Hamsters available for sale in pet stores, or scurrying around in a glass tank in a grade school classroom. But how did they get there?
When dropping hints about gifts to your Valentine, mention these pet-safe flowers to consider and toxic species to avoid.
Dogs wag their tails to show you how happy they are that you’re finally home from work. But the furry appendages serve other purposes, too.
Cats on catnip can be quite fun to watch. Can dogs get in on the action? Yes, but it probably won’t be as entertaining.
Why do cats *really* purr? What’s the truth about black cat adoption rates? Find out the answers to those and other cat-related queries.
If you want to make a four-legged friend, visit one of the cities with the most dogs per 100 people.
Owning a German shepherd, Doberman pinscher, or pit bull can no longer threaten your home insurance coverage in New York, thanks to a new law passed in the state.
Cats never look more majestic than when they're sunbathing, but there's a practical reason for this behavior.
Dogs have a tendency to preface their bowel movements with a bit of rotating before getting down to business. Is there evolution behind their revolution?
Even if your dog begs for a taste of your coffee in the morning, letting them try it in any form is a bad idea.
With kitty litter, Ed Lowe changed how cats and humans bonded. But not everyone understood the idea: One woman tried feeding it to her cat.
What do chipmunks eat? Baby birds, occasionally. Do chipmunks hibernate? Yes, but not like bears do.
Science supports what we've long suspected: Cats can exhibit psychopathic tendencies. This online test can measure just how dangerous they really are.