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October 16, 2021

Ancient Egyptians Were Cat People: Exploring Felines and Gods in Art and Culture

The ancient Egyptians' special love for cats is well known. In fact, cat lovers today have them to thank for introducing African wildcat DNA into domestication; this would eventually become the beloved tabby. But why did were Egyptians so enamored by these early felines? Read on to discover the fascinating place of domestic cats in ancient Egyptian art, religion, and culture.

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October 16, 2021

Heated Cat House Provides a Cozy Place for Outdoor Cats To Rest

Many domestic cats love their home comforts, while other more adventurous felines spend most of their time outdoors.

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October 14, 2021

Friendly Golden Retriever Waits Outside Every Day to Hug His Favorite Mailman

Usually, dogs are less than accommodating when it comes to mailmen being in their neighborhood.

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October 14, 2021

Wild Elk Is Finally Freed From a Tire That Was Stuck Around Its Neck for Over Two Years

There are countless instances in which sea creatures get tangled in plastic waste; sadly, land animals also face the danger of man-made objects in their environments. In Colorado, a young elk spent two years with a rubber tire around its neck, until it was recently freed by wildlife officials.

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October 12, 2021

Bindi Irwin Shares Adorable Photo of Baby Grace “Having a Chat” With Her Dog

The beloved “Crocodile Hunter,” Steve Irwin, died 15 years ago, but his family is carrying on his legacy.

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October 11, 2021

Couple Says Goodbye To Winter-Loving Dog by Creating a Snowbank for Her To Play in One Last Time

Saying goodbye to a pet is never easy, but giving them a special send-off can help ease the pain.

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October 11, 2021

Mom-to-Be Fosters Pregnant Stray Cat and They Both Give Birth at the Same Time

Pregnancy is a wonderful time for many expectant parents, and it’s even more special when you get to share the experience. “Mama, wife, and lover of life,” Lauren Maners had her husband by her side, but she also bonded with a cat named Dove, who happened to be pregnant at the same time.

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October 11, 2021

70 Artists Are Celebrating Fierce Felines With a ‘Cat Art Show’ in Los Angeles

For centuries, housecats have been both companions and muses for artists around the world.

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October 9, 2021

Watch a Cockatiel Play Peekaboo With a Nest of Baby Birds

Cockatiels are known for being incredibly smart.

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October 8, 2021

101-Year-Old Woman Adopts Oldest Cat at Shelter and Now They’re Thriving as Best Buds

Cats typically live until they’re around 16, but there’s one shelter cat named Gus who is going against the statistics. He’s 19 years old, healthy, and starting a brand-new chapter in his life. Gus was taken to the Humane Society of Catawba County (HSCC) in North Carolina last month, after his previous owner could no longer take care of him due to a change in their work commitments.

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