The Catington Post

If you live with cats, you already know they are perfect angels… who occasionally create extremely imperfect messes. Hairballs appear out of nowhere; litter mysteriously travels across the entire house; and who among us hasn’t been woken up in the middle of the night by the horrifying sound of their cat throwing up? As cat parents, we spend a lot of time cleaning. That means the products we use matter.

There’s maybe one thing that would make an adorable furry cat even cuter…Ringlets! Curly hair cat breeds are very real, very adorable, and yes, they look like tiny sheep in the most dignified way possible. Curly haired cats are rare compared to your average domestic shorthair, but they’ve quietly won the hearts of cat lovers all over the world.

You’re sitting on the couch. Your cat is curled up beside you. Everything is peaceful. And then… sandpaper tongue. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Why does my cat lick me?” you’ re in good company. This is one of the top searched cat questions online! Sometimes those little cat kisses feel sweet. Sometimes it turns into a lick-then-bite situation that leaves you questioning your entire relationship! So what’s really going on when your cat licks you? Let’s break it down.

Some really exciting news in the field of cancer research and treatment just came out, and if you’ve ever had a cat with oral cancer, this hits close to home. Scientists from UC Davis and UCSF have just completed the first-ever clinical trial of a new cancer drug in pet cats, and the results are nothing short of hopeful. Of the 20 cats treated for oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), one of the meanest, most aggressive cancers in cats, 35% saw their disease controlled with minimal side effects.

Viva Raw LLC, Charlotte, NC is voluntarily recalling two lots of dog and cat foods due to contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The recall is for Lot 21495 (Viva Ground Beef for Dogs; Viva Beef & Turkey for Puppies) and Lot 21975 (Viva Ground Chicken for Dogs; Viva Chunked Chicken for Dogs; Viva Chicken for Cats; Viva Pure Chicken).

Majestic fluff, big paws, and even bigger purr-sonalities If you’ve just welcomed a Maine Coon into your home, congratulations! You now share your life with a literal house lion. These gentle giants are known for their massive size, flowing coats, chirpy meows, and friendly, dog-like behavior. Whether your Maine Coon is elegant and regal or a clumsy goofball with feet too big for their britches, we’ve rounded up the best Maine Coon cat names to match.

Because your little snowball deserves the purr-fect name! This article was inspired by my exhaustive search for a name for my new white little boy. At the end, I’ll tell you which name I settled on… Are you bringing home a fluffy white kitten? Or maybe you’ve just adopted a stately older cat who looks like they were carved from fresh snow? Either way, congrats on your new little cloud! White cats are beautiful, mystical, and sometimes totally bonkers.

Our Encounter with Loyal, the Pet Life Extension Pharma Company Attending the VMX Veterinary Show in Orlando this January was a valuable experience… Have you ever wondered if your cat’s quirky behavior might be connected to their gut health?

You’re curled up on the couch with your feline best friend when suddenly—pfffft. A mysterious odor hits your nose. You glance around in confusion. Could that smell have come from your sweet little fluffball? It’s a question many cat parents have asked in private: Do cats fart? Is your cat secretly a silent but deadly type? And more importantly—should you be worried if your farting cat starts clearing the room?

So, you’ve adopted a furry little void—congratulations! Whether they’re mysterious and magical or more chaotic than classy, one thing’s for sure: your black cat deserves a name as iconic as their fur coat. From elegant and old-fashioned to punny and pop culture-inspired, black cats inspire some of the best names out there.