Tag: cats

History

Saint Gertrude of Nivelles: Patron Saint Of Cats

Header image and bottom acrylic painting by Carolee Clark, @kingofmicestudios on etsy Around this time of year, most people are gearing up for St. Paddy’s Day (or, St. “Patty’s” Day). Indeed, every year, March 17th heralds another year of drinking, shenanigans, and green-colored everything. I’m personally looking forward to curling up on my couch and […]

History, Pet News, Pop Culture

Lucky Cats Around the World

It’s the time of year when we’re all searching for four-leaf clovers and chasing rainbows in search of that elusive pot of gold. No matter what our heritage, we’re all hoping for a wee bit of the luck of the Irish. But maybe we should be looking no further than our feline friends for luck. […]

Cats, Pop Culture

Alien Kitties Are Here to Abduct Your Heart

What’s even better than a cat on Earth? CATS FROM OUTER SPACE! Or cats in space. Okay, cats anywhere are pretty great, whether they’re Earthlings or from planet Feline-29 where humans are pets, dogs are beasts of burden, and cats are the dominant life form. Wait, I just described Earth, didn’t I?   To celebrate our […]

Care, Health

Celebrate World Spay Day With the Kitties You Love 

Since kitties shouldn’t eat candy hearts and some flowers can be toxic, let’s look at another holiday in February that you should celebrate with your feline friend instead: World Spay Day. While it may not sound as exciting as showering your pet with valentines, World Spay Day is something to celebrate as it encompasses creating a better […]