Cat stories, reviews and care

November 2, 2026

The Cat Flap Was Older Than the Joke

An essay printed in 1802, seventy-five years after Isaac Newton died, is the earliest version anyone has found of the story that he cut two holes…

November 3, 2026

Choosing a Scratching Post

Scratching is not a habit you delete. Cats scratch to shed claw sheaths, to stretch, and to leave a scent mark. Cornell's feline health center…

November 4, 2026

Where to Put the Litter Box

A cat who misses the box is often answering the room, not arguing with you. Placement, number, and size come before any lecture. Ohio State's…