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Cat Books Spotlight: New Releases

March 11, 2021 by Jemile Nesimi-Hobson Leave a Comment

The Many Lives of Pusheen the Cat (I am Pusheen)

This book by Claire Belton is set to be released on March 16, 2021.  A new collection of comics from Pusheen – the classic gray tabby.  For cat lovers and comics fans alike.

The Diary of a Cat Named Carrot

This book celebrates a year in the life of a Cat named Carrot, written by Erin Merryn and set to be released on March 30, 2021.  Written in the voice of Carrot, follow her remarkable journey from shelter cat to top Instagram celebrity feline.

Neuro Dan – Feather Dan. Stories from Blankets Mountain. Year Four. A Life Well Lived

Written by Eric and Amanda Fish, this book follows a tiny orange kitty diagnosed with a progressive motor neuron disease.  The story follows little Neuro Dan, his family, and the stories shared nightly on his Facebook page.  Recently released on March 4, 2021

How To Train a House Cat Book: Cat Training Techniques In Ten Minutes for Adults and Kids + Potty Training

A cat training book was written by Judy Gimson and was released on February 15, 2021.

Filed Under: Books, Lists Tagged With: cat books, cats

The 10 Rarest Cat Breeds in the World

March 5, 2021 by Jemile Nesimi-Hobson Leave a Comment

Ever wonder what some of the rarest cat breeds in the world are?  These ten feline breeds are among the rarest (some the oldest) in the world.

1 Peterbald

Originally from Russia, the Peterbald was created in 1994 due to experimental breeding by Olga S. Mironova.  The Peterbald became quite popular in St. Petersburg, Russia and 5 variations of coats exist. Bald, flock, velour, brush, and straight.  The Peterbald can become cold very easily and need temperature control to be cared for because they lack hair.  They also require weekly baths to keep their skin free of excess oil build-up on their skin.  Peterbald cats are active and playful, crave attention, and make a great family pet.

2 Korat

Hailing from Thailand centuries ago, the Korat is a small, domesticated cat.  They were traditionally given to brides as gifts. The genetic pool is very small for Korats and they remain a rare cat breed.  It can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars for a kitten.  Known to be very intelligent, Korat cats have a unique silver-blue coat, large green eyes, and live approx. 15 years.    They are talkative and are playful, but can be easily startled.

3 The Norwegian Forest Cat

Called the skogkatt (forest cat), the Norwegian forest cat is from Norway.  They are a natural breed and are naturally curious.  They are outgoing, talkative, and cuddlers.  Due to years in Scandinavian winters, these cats developed an insulated, waterproof double coat to protect themselves.   Featured in folk tales and Norse mythology, the Norwegian forest cats are a very old breed.

4 The Serengeti

A conservation biologist, Karen Sausman, bred an Oriental Shorthair and a Bengal to create the Serengeti cat.  Karen wished to breed a cat that resembled the wild African serval without wild blood.  These cats are patient, friendly, and self-confident.  They attach to people with a strong bond and are affectionate.  Since they are such a rare breed, owners often keep these cats indoors only.  If bored, they can become destructive – but given interactive toys and lots of attention, they are wonderful pets.

5 The Ocelot

Although not domesticated, the ocelot is a rare breed of cat.  The ocelot is a wild cat native to Mexico, the southwestern United States, Central America, South America, Trinidad, and Margarita.  It weighs between 18 and 34lbs on average.  Most active at twilight and at night, the ocelot is a solitary and territorial feline that is very good at climbing, leaping, and swimming.  Prey consists of armadillos, opossums, and lagomorphs.

6 The Ragamuffin

The cat breed descends from an earlier breed called the Ragdoll, created by Ann Baker which was a mix of the Burmese, Birman, and the Persian breeds.  The reason the Ragdoll was called that was that when they were held they would go limp and placid like a doll.  Later Ragdoll breeders bred a new breed and it was called the Ragamuffin, this breed does not really go limp when held and is a good family cat.

7 Geoffrey’s cat

Geoffrey’s cat is a wild cat that lives in South America, mostly in the Andes of Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile.  Hunting and trade of this cat are prohibited because their population was endangered by a boom in cat skin trade between the 1960s and 1980s in addition to deforestation.

8 British shorthairs

This breed was one of Britain’s first pedigreed cats, appearing in cat shows in England in the late 1800s.   British Shorthair cats are intelligent, affectionate and bond well with humans, in addition, they are calm and easy-going.  These cats were originally from Rome and brought to Britain as they were good mousers.

9 Turkish van

The Turkish Van is an ancient breed of cat, originally from Turkey near a Lake Van.  With a history that goes back to 6,000 BC and 3,000 BC, the Turkish Van is one of the oldest breeds in the world.  The Van is protected from extinction now and can no longer be taken from Turkey.  They are bred in America and Europe, although only 100 or so per year, so they continue to be quite rare.  They are adventurous, playful cats that develop strong relationships with their humans.

10 Bombay

Bombay cats look like miniature wild panthers, with a sleek ebony body and coppery eyes.  You may think they come from Bombay, but they actually originate from an American breeder named Nikki Horner who wished to breed a domesticated cat that looked like the black leopards of Bombay.  They are drawn to heat sources and will sit by a sunny window or on a lap to stay warm.  They are clingy and nicknamed “Velcro cats” since they often will follow their humans from room to room.  They are also good with strangers and are highly social cats.  Since they are so social they can suffer from loneliness and depression if left alone too long.

So there you have it, some of the 10 rarest feline breeds in the world.

Filed Under: Lists Tagged With: cat breeds, cat history, cats

Celebrities Who Love Cats Too!

February 9, 2021 by Jemile Nesimi-Hobson Leave a Comment

You aren’t the only one that loves cats, celebrities do too!

1. Topping that list Taylor Swift, who often features her feline besties, Captain Olivia Benson and Doctor Meredith Grey on her Instagram.

2. Miley Cyrus enjoys the company of multiple cats.

3. Russel Brand hangs with Morrissey and Jericho, two of his pet cats.

4. CeeLo Green often took his Persian cat, Purrfect, to work with him on the set of The Voice

5. Bella Thorne appreciates her cats, Louis and Lola,
for the emotional support they give her, she was quoted saying, “If I’m, like, crying or something, they’ll come up to me and they’ll just, like, snuggle me cause they know I’m having a bad day,”

6. Mayim Bialik is a bonafide cat lover, posting about her cats on her social often and spending lots of time snuggling them.

7. Macklemore shares his cat, Cairo on his Instagram, including an Instagram account @cairothecat devoted entirely to him!

8. Ed Sheeran rescued his little Graham from a shelter before it was too late when Graham was a wee-month-old kitten.

Filed Under: Celebrity, Lists Tagged With: cats, felines, kittens

Halloween Safety Tips

October 29, 2020 by Jessica O'Neal Leave a Comment

Halloween is this Saturday – can you believe it?! Do you have a costume for your furry friend? I have seen some interesting costume ideas including a rocket ship, taco, piece of bread, a pirate, and even sushi. We all want what’s best for our little feline and with Halloween coming up, I wanted to share some safety tips that you can keep in mind when October 31st rolls around. Create a calm environment, keep sweets out of reach, and consider keeping your black cat indoors for the day. All of these tips and more can be found in this informative article. If you think of any others, please post them below in the comment section.

Filed Under: Health, Lists Tagged With: all cats connected, allcatsconnected, cat, cat costume, cat halloween, cat safety, cats, feline, furball, furballs, kitten, kitty

Beautiful Cat Overload

September 23, 2020 by Jessica O'Neal Leave a Comment

Let’s not joke with ourselves, we all think our cat is the most beautiful, right? And I won’t argue with that. However, this article I came across might sway your opinion. Thor, Smoothie, and Coby are just three of some pretty special kitties noted in this article. If you want some smiles today, take a look at these 29 fantastic felines and try not to fall in love. Which one is your favorite?

Filed Under: Lists, Our Favorites, Social Tagged With: all cats connected, allcatsconnected, cat, cats, feline, furball, kitten, kitty

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