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The History of the Crazy Cat Lady

With cats gaining more of a positive reputation lately, it’s time to uncover the fraught history that women share with their feline companions.…

April 27, 2023

Portrait illustration of a philosophical cat wearing a suit.

The Philosophy of Goofy Cat Names

Shawna Smith, University of Phoenix

Naming your pet something ridiculous is a time-honored tradition, especially if you're a French Philosopher.…

January 12, 2023

A screenshot from love never dies shows a female singing next to the phantom of the opera

‘Love Never Dies’ Is an Underrated, Forgotten Sequel

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

‘Phantom of the Opera'"s broadway exodus harkens back to the initial failure of its not-so-famous spin-off.…

November 16, 2022

The 4 Most Common Health Problems in Cats

Daniel Reed

If you want to spend a long time with your furry friend, then you are going to have to pay attention to their physical well-being.…

April 15, 2022

Colorful image of 3 women, also known as cat ladies, surrounded by a number of cats, all of which are extremely happy.

‘Cat Ladies’ Are Unfairly Maligned, but Their Reputation Is Changing

Lena Bramsen, The New School

Deemed by society as forsaken spinsters using felines to fill the void, these 'unstable' women are reclaiming the narrative and quite literally saving lives. …

February 24, 2022

in an article about a first pet for a child, an illustration of a child in a high chair surrounded by animals

What Is the Perfect First Pet for a Child?

Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

Kids love animals, but picking one for them to take care of isn't a decision that should be taken lightly.…

January 30, 2022

Photo of a kitten in a crate for an article about helping homeless cats.

How to Help Reduce the Number of Homeless Cats

Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus

Learning more about the behaviors and needs of our feline friends can help increase their overall well-being.…

January 14, 2022

Jackson Galaxy and His Journey to Becoming the Cat Daddy

Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus

This friend to felines everywhere learned on the job at an animal shelter before becoming an expert.…

December 24, 2021

A bird in a cage in an article about pets in college

Which Pets Are the Best for Your College Lifestyle?

Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University

It's a big responsibility, so don't let your furry (or scaly) friend down.…

April 14, 2020

‘Beautiful Ghosts’ Is a Haunting Piece From Taylor Swift

Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University

The pop star's contribution to the 'Cats' soundtrack parallels her own life in a few ways.…

November 29, 2019

All Right, Let’s Talk About ‘Cats’

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Will it be a feat of filmmaking or a cat-tastrophe?…

July 29, 2019

Cat Caller: 6 Tips for Introducing Your Significant Other to Your Pets

Olivia McCoy, University of Georgia

In some households, meeting the parents is the easy part.…

June 6, 2016

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