Cats
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.
Eight nights, nine lives: How to celebrate Hanukkah with your cats
Turkish man to pay ex-wife ‘cat support’ as felines caught in divorce crossfire
Israeli scientists discover feline herpes can be treated with human coldsore medication
Tiniest known cat fossil unearthed at 300,000-year-old site in east China
The ancient kitten was so small that it could comfortably fit in the palm of one's hand and was much smaller than the modern leopard cat.
Cat food contaminated with bird flu found in the US
Authorities and Northwest Naturals have strongly advised consumers who purchased the recalled product to discard it immediately.
What makes some cats ginger? Scientists finally have an answer
These breakthroughs were reported in two separate studies submitted for publication in scientific journals.
Cat lovers rejoice: Moscow archaeologists discover 17th century tiles depicting a cat with a crown
Both "cat" tiles have already been restored and are now being prepared for transfer.
Cats can learn words approximately four times quicker than human toddlers - study
Cat’s fast language acquisition process differs from how dogs learn words, often requiring training and rewards. However, cats form associations through subtle behaviors, such as gaze.
Archaeologists find oldest evidence of cat kneading on 1,200-year-old jug in Jerusalem
the imprint shows claw marks, suggesting that the cat was 'kneading dough' while the jug was drying.
World's fattest cat Kroshik dies after weight loss camp
Vets found cancerous tumors hidden under the cat's layers of fat, causing his speedy deterioration.
Crumbs, the world's fattest cat, dies at feline fat camp
The internet will always love cats, and Crumbs was no exception.
Working 9-5: Dogs, other pets go to 'work' in China's pet cafes
Pet cafes are notable businesses in China, where owners charge more for these experiences and visitors get to interact and play with animals around the cafes.
Aliyah tails: Family pet journeys to a future in Israel
From dogs to cats to birds, the consensus was clear: Moving to Israel would be harder with a pet, but worth it in the end.
