Cat College

Cats, our enigmatic furry friends, have had a place throughout history in art and literature. In these realms, what does the cat symbolize? Is there a constant theme, or does the cat’s place change through time? Many of us have been fascinated by these mysterious creatures, for a number of reasons. Their independence embodies a … Read more

Are you a cat person? Do you share your home with a cat? In what ways do you feel your cat helps or hinders your mental health? Is kitty’s presence soothing and calming? What do you think is the connection between mental health and cats? A great deal of research has taken place concerning the … Read more

Though it ranks as unusual cat behavior, yes, male cats can have maternal instincts. It depends on the cat as well as on the circumstances. I observed a mated pair of cats in our home in the high mountains of Colorado, and these observations gave somewhat of an answer to my question. No other cats … Read more

Do you think your cat would make a good therapy cat? You may have seen dogs in various therapeutic roles, but cats can also serve as exceptional companions in therapeutic settings. A cat who receives training as a therapy cat does the important duties of providing comfort and support. The therapy cat receives training geared … Read more

It’s true — Your cat thrives on having a routine, because he’s a creature of habit. It’s one of those strange cat behavior facts that you discover if you’ve lived for much time with a cat. It might be helpful to know what elements are typically part of your cat’s routine, and the reason for … Read more

It might surprise you to learn that cats lived among the ancient people of Mesopotamia for at least 100,000 years. It is known that all cats originated in Asia. The Felidae family descended from the African wildcat. Since ancient times, cat legends have preserved these early beginnings. The African Wildcat has a prehistory that indicates … Read more

Yes, it’s true. Just as able young men are drafted to serve in the military during wartime, many cats also served. It became a common sight to find cats in the trenches and aboard ships during World War 1, where they performed a very necessary service, hunting mice and rats as a valued part of … Read more

Do you have a kitty with some unusual markings or fur color? It’s a complicated mystery. Cat coat colors and patterns become created by genetics, and depend upon what the kitty embryo inherits from mother and father. To learn some basic background information, watch the video below: Amazing and hard to believe that all cat … Read more

Cats, having lived with or close to humans for many years, have amassed a large amount of lore as to what they are and how they influence the world. In each country where they have lived, stretching back over 9,500 years, their cultural role plays an important part. Superstitions and beliefs about cats abound. Sometimes … Read more

So, what do you know about how to foster cats? Do you understand what it involves? When you agree to foster, you take a homeless cat into your home, and give that cat love, care, and attention. You might keep kitty for a predetermined amount of time, or until the cat gets adopted. Why Has … Read more