The Savannah Cat: Largest Domesticated Cat Breed

savannah cat standing in forest

The Savannah is the largest domesticated cat. This cat originated from a cross between a domestic cat and a serval, a medium-sized, large-eared wild African cat. A male serval was crossbred with a Siamese to create the first member of this new breed. This unusual cross is actually a relatively new cat on the breeder’s … Read more

Do You Know When Your Cat Is Sick?

cartoon of sick cat

Greetings, two-legged readers! Lucinda the literate cat, reporting for duty. My CCL (Cantankerous Cat Lady) has given me a writing assignment that is a little different from my ordinary jobs. She has given me an article to read by Dr. Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ, and has asked me to give my views on the … Read more

The Benefits Of Journaling For Stress Management

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Journaling involves the practice of keeping a journal or diary in which to explore the thoughts and feelings associated with the events of your life. You can use several methods. Journaling for stress management or self-exploration works best when you do it consistently. However, even occasional journaling can give stress relief when you focus on … Read more

Cat Writer’s Association, Post Number Five

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Be prepared to be entertained by information about more Cat Writer’s Association members. Here are three more talented people for you to meet. It is such fun to write up these little sketches of some of you. I will be sending out another group of questionnaires soon, and hope to get enough response to do … Read more

What Do You Know About Common Cat Allergies?

kitten in kleenex box

Statistics say that nearly 1/3 of Americans with allergies have an allergy to cats and dogs. Common cat allergies affect twice as many people as dog allergies. Surprisingly, it is not the fur or hair that causes the problem. The cat allergy culprit: Proteins in the cat’s saliva, urine, and dander (dried flakes of skin.) … Read more

Here Are More Super Cat Tales

cat looking through hole in old building

Cats are often aware of that which is beyond our comprehension. Their instincts, their sense of smell, and how they attune to the natural world cause them to do some extraordinary deeds. Enjoy these two super cat tales and marvel at their antics and their understanding of the unseen. Duchess Read first about Duchess, the … Read more

Do Cats Have Healing Powers?

Jenna Foster

What do you think?  Do cats have healing powers?  Here is a great story from someone who believes they do. My friends, I have a special treat for you.  This story comes from Dr. Jenna Foster, another member of Wealthy Affiliate, the company through which we build our websites.  Our community is very interactive, so … Read more

Wild Cats vs. Domestic Cats: Are They Related?

Pics of 7 large wild cats

All cats, from wild and savage hunters to the sweet pet curled up by your fire are related. No matter the size or markings, the rounded head and agile, light-footed body immediately mark the animal as a cat. Somewhere in the animal’s distant past, all cats evolved from a common prehistoric ancestor. Wild cats vs. … Read more