Cats

October 12, 2024

Researchers Use Tiny Crochet Hats to Investigate Chronic Pain in Cats

At first glance, these cats in adorable crochet hats might seem silly, but they’re actually wearing them in the name of science. Researchers at the University of Montreal wanted to study how cats experience chronic pain by using electroencephalography (EEG) to measure their brain activity. However, the challenge came when trying to keep the electrodes in place on the heads of the 11 cats involved.

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August 18, 2024

This Giant Maine Coon Cat Is So Big That People Think He’s a Dog

Maine Coon cats are gentle giants that get a lot of love on the internet—and it’s easy to see why! The majestic creatures are large and in charge with fluffy coats and striking manes. In fact the Maine Coon is one of the largest breeds of domestic cats. One of the latest pets to make a splash online is Kefir, a Maine Coon that lives with his human Yulia Minina in Stary Oskol, Russia.

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July 10, 2024

Man Who Mows Lawns for Free Raises Over $188K for Cat Shelter That Helped Him

A man named Spencer began mowing lawns when he was just 11 years old, using his father's push mower to earn some money. That bloomed into a successful landscaping business—SB Mowing—by the time he graduated high school, and now he has a thriving social media presence. His YouTube channel features videos of him mowing deserted or overgrown homes for free and during one such adventure, something unexpected happened.

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May 17, 2024

Senior Cats Get Their Own Purrfect Retirement Village in the UK

Kittens are universally adorable, but what about when they grow up? Senior cats historically get adopted much less than young cats and kittens whose nonstop antics are hard to pass up. As a result, many elder cats who have no health problems end up being euthanized at overcrowded shelters. In one English town, though, they're living their best lives in a retirement village built just for them.

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