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53+ min ago (226+ words) Zoologists explained why you can't close doors in front of cats " they like to control everything from nature:"Why do cats go crazy when you close the door? You could give them food, toys, and a whole mansion, but close a single door. And that would... Zoologists explained why you can't close doors in front of cats " they like to control everything from nature: "Why do cats go crazy when you close the door? You could give them food, toys, and a whole mansion, but close a single door. And that would be a betrayal. That's the thing. Cats love to control everything, and in the wild they know that every corner of their territory means survival. So when you close the door, you cut off part of their kingdom, and their brain screams, "What are you hiding from me?...

1+ hour, 57+ min ago (345+ words) If you don't need to watch your cat take a poop, but want a hygienic litter box that keeps odor at bay and cuts down on your cleaning time, look no further than this mid-priced model. For more Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, be sure to check out'our guide to the Absolute Best Black Friday Deals we've found so far and check in on our liveblog, where we're tracking deals and trends on our favorite WIRED-tested gear all weekend long. When the cat enters the box, their weight is displayed on the front for easier viewing, and the app logs every time it was used, for how long, when the cleaning cycle begins, ends, and when the deodorizing spray was emitted. Plus, if you don't want to be reliant on the app to change settings or start a manual…...

2+ hour, 8+ min ago (31+ words) A cat's whiskers are cute, but they actually play an important role in how they navigate life! Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explains. What's up with whiskers? | Pet Project...

2+ hour, 31+ min ago (159+ words) Sunday, 30 November 2025, 8:00 Claudia Uncategorized 0 1) Bayouwulf (Penny and Ernie) engaging in play. This picture was taken the day after Ernie's adoption.2) Old Guy (Violet) Playing with her favorite toy.3) Marco (Miguel) My daughter's cat, Miguel is a close friend. What a great friend a cat can be to anyone who has time for a pet.4) Pxhere.com5,6) Pexels.com7) Unsplash.com8,9) Pixabay.com To submit your critter pictures for a future Sunday Critters, please email them to: Upcoming themes, please name the theme. If not, I'll use it for a Random theme. 12-7 Oops, I Didn't Mean To Do That " Please have your pictures in to me by FRIDAY at NOON " Critters fumbling at whatever they are doing.12-14 Random iOTWr Critters " Send in pictures of your critters12-21 Merry Critter Christmas " Pose your critters with costumes, decorations, under the tree with packages....

3+ hour, 33+ min ago (85+ words) [ Blink, but slowly: Study reveals the secret to better communication with your cat. (photo credit: Ekaterina Zhigalskaya. Via Shutterstock)]New DNA studies show domestic cats originated in North Africa and spread later than believed, while ancient China lived alongside a different wild feline long before housecats arrived. Ancient DNA upends long-held story of cat domestication New DNA studies show domestic cats originated in North Africa and spread later than believed, while ancient China lived alongside a different wild feline long before housecats arrived....

6+ hour, 31+ min ago (561+ words) Q: Mr. Poo Poo Head, our 15-year-old cat, has started yowling to come into the house every night. He eats diced beef, chicken and tuna, and he's healthy and active. His behavior is annoying, so we'd appreciate your advice. A: Yowling is common among elderly cats. The causes are numerous, so it's important to determine what's prompting the yowling so it can be addressed effectively. You might start by opening your door to allow Mr. Poo Poo Head to sleep inside at night. While it used to be common to allow cats to roam outside, we now realize it's important for cats of all ages to live indoors. This safeguards them from aggressive cats, coyotes, cars and outdoor toxins, and it protects songbirds and other wildlife from cats' predatory behavior. Because most elderly cats have arthritis, and many have impaired hearing and…...

6+ hour, 57+ min ago (371+ words) She has given us the names of a few different breeds including Persian, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Scottish Fold, and Himalayan. Which would be a good docile breed? With the holidays approaching we seek your advice. We are considering purchasing a kitten for our daughter. She has given us the names of a few different breeds including Persian, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Scottish Fold, and Himalayan. Which would be a good docile breed? We have heard that some of these breeds have short faces and breathing problems and we wonder if this is something we should be concerned with. What complications or problems might we expect if we get a Persian cat because of this facial presentation? C.M. The condition of a shortened face and head is called brachycephaly and some of the breeds you mention are brachycephalic. People have bred cats, and…...

8+ hour, 8+ min ago (347+ words) DEAR PET TALK: I want to get a dog. How often should you visit the vet? Pet Lover DEAR PET LOVER: In the last two weeks "Pet Talk" has focussed on the steps to take when integrating a kitten or puppy into your home. This week, let's talk finances. How much does it cost to be a responsible pet owner? Dogs can be more costly than cats " especially if doggie day-care, training, or out-sourced dog walking is needed. Costs for your pet will include food, treats, equipment (leash and collar for dog; cat carrier for cat), preventative medicine, such as for fleas and ticks (and heart worm for dogs). Cats have the additional fee of kitty litter; figure one box per cat (we have two cats, a box on two floors, plus one "down cellar," since Vinny, the orange one…...

8+ hour, 8+ min ago (347+ words) DEAR PET TALK: I want to get a dog. How often should you visit the vet? Pet Lover DEAR PET LOVER: In the last two weeks "Pet Talk" has focussed on the steps to take when integrating a kitten or puppy into your home. This week, let's talk finances. How much does it cost to be a responsible pet owner? Dogs can be more costly than cats " especially if doggie day-care, training, or out-sourced dog walking is needed. Costs for your pet will include food, treats, equipment (leash and collar for dog; cat carrier for cat), preventative medicine, such as for fleas and ticks (and heart worm for dogs). Cats have the additional fee of kitty litter; figure one box per cat (we have two cats, a box on two floors, plus one "down cellar," since Vinny, the orange one…...

9+ hour, 31+ min ago (621+ words) The reader is going on holiday for a week. Her housemates have said they're happy to mind her dog, but she feels guilty" In our weekly series, readers can email in with any financial dilemma and enter the Money Moral Maze. This week's dilemma can be found below " email us at [email protected] with yours. Next month, I'm going away for a week, and I've asked my two housemates to look after my dog, Jasper. He's a friendly labrador, pretty low-maintenance " they just need to let him out to do his business and take him for a daily walk. I thought it would be no big deal and that, as friends, they'd do it out of goodwill. They love him too! But now they've hinted that they want paying " which feels awkward. I get it because looking after a dog is…...