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Apparently, on March 28th 1384, King Richard II issued a royal decree banning the eating of cats in England. Whether the edict was real or just a historical whisper passed down over time, the fact that it needed saying at all is mind-blowing. I’ll be honest—when I first heard that people used to eat cats, I was completely horrified! 😱 The idea that, once upon a time, cats weren’t respected or even seen as pets, but as food, is awful.  While it’s difficult to know how widespread cat consumption really was in medieval Europe, there are scattered historical records suggesting that in times of famine or poverty, cats (and dogs) were sadly sometimes eaten. Pic: Pixabay But maybe that’s exactly why March 28th  became Respect Your Cat Day —a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come in our relationship with these incredible creatures… and how much they deserve our care, protection, and respect. So What Is Respect Your Cat Day? Pic: Maxima This isn’t just a day for giving...

🩺 Why Heart Checks Matter—Especially for Certain Breeds When we think of keeping our cats healthy, we usually focus on the obvious things: diet, vaccinations, flea treatments. But what about their heart? Just like humans, cats can suffer from heart conditions—some of which show no obvious symptoms until it’s too late . One of the most common—and serious—conditions affecting cats is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy , or HCM . 💔 What Is HCM in Cats? HCM is a disease where the muscular walls of the heart thicken , making it harder for the heart to pump blood effectively. Over time, this can lead to congestive heart failure, blood clots, or even sudden death. It’s the most commonly diagnosed cardiac condition in cats , and while it can affect any breed, some—including the Sphynx, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, and British Shorthair —are more genetically predisposed. 🧬 Is It Genetic? Yes, in many cases, HCM has a hereditary component . Specific gene mutations have been identified in some breed...

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Why Adopting a Rescue Cat is Purrfect! Every year on March 1st , cat lovers worldwide come together to celebrate International Cat Rescue Day . This special day shines a spotlight on the millions of cats waiting in shelters for their forever homes. If you’ve been thinking about adopting, fostering, or supporting rescue efforts, there’s no better time to take action! Pic by: Paul, Kitten Kaboodle Why Adopt a Rescue Cat? Rescue cats come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities, but they all share one thing in common—a huge capacity for love. When you adopt a rescue cat, you’re not just gaining a new furry friend—you’re also giving a cat a second chance at a happy life. Many cats in shelters have been through tough times, and a loving home can make all the difference. How to Support Cat Rescues Even if adopting isn’t an option right now, there are still many ways to help: Fostering: Offer a temporary home to a cat in need. Volunteering: Many rescues rely on volunteers for d...

Introduction Louis Wain (1860–1939) occupies a singular place in art history as the man who reimagined the cat . In an era when cats were not yet the beloved pop culture icons they are today, Wain’s whimsical and vibrant illustrations of anthropomorphized felines captured the public’s imagination. His drawings—cats at tea parties, cats playing instruments, cats with wide-eyed grins—popularized the very idea of cats behaving like humans, earning him fame in late Victorian and Edwardian England. An editor of Punch even dubbed Wain the “ Hogarth of Cat Life .” ( artsy.net ). H. G. Wells, the famed writer, went so far as to jest that “ British cats that do not look and live like Louis Wain cats are ashamed of themselves .” ( whosoutthere.ca ). Such accolades highlight how influential Wain became in his time. "Three Cats Singing", Louis Wain, 1925/39  Image courtesy of Wellcome Collection . Public Domain. Today, the legacy of Louis Wain lives on not just in museums and histo...