Forget the “lonely cat lady” stereotype: a new poll suggests that when it comes to romance, cat owners are doing just fine, if not better. In a recent comparison of 1,000 Americans who own cats and 1,000 who don’t, the survey found that marriage rates among both groups were essentially the same (79%). What’s more, … Read more
A Florida pet owner surrendered her cat to the Humane Society of Broward County late last month because the cat, known as Jerry, was too affectionate, according to reports. The society posted a video of Jerry, who was surrendered on Dec. 22, 2022, on TikTok that started with a letter titled, “TOO AFFECTIONATE!” in all caps … Read more
It’s the purr-fect way to dishonor an ex. To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the Animal Friends and Humane Society in Hamilton, Ohio, is accepting donations from individuals to buy cat litter boxes and name them after its donors’ ex-partners. “Do you have a crappy ex? … For a $5 donation we will write your ex’s name in a … Read more
Is your pet a bigger sports fan than you? A new survey suggests that, yes, they probably are. A poll of 2,000 American pet parents found that four in five claimed their pets to be bigger sports fans than them, out of the 68% who identified as sports fans themselves. That’s probably because we’re bringing … Read more
Being a cat lady can pay off… literally. Taylor Swift’s beloved glamourpuss, a Scottish fold named Olivia Benson, is the third-richest pet in the world, according to a new report from All About Cats. The fat cat has clawed together a pawsitively impressive estimated net worth of $97 million. Feline fine at No. 2, with … Read more
Cat’s got your tongue — but shouldn’t get your hair ties. Veterinarians in South Carolina were flabbergasted when they removed more than three dozen ponytail holders from a cat’s stomach. A Good Samaritan brought the feline, Juliet, and two other cats into the Charleston Animal Society after they noticed the kitties had been left behind … Read more
Ellie, a four-year-old black-and-white cat in Virginia, went viral on Twitter for her “sad” life story. “Y’all. This is the saddest thing I’ve ever seen,” wrote Twitter user @revengegrill on Dec. 12. “This cat was returned to the shelter because she wanted to cuddle her owners at night.” (See the tweet lower down in this article.) The … Read more
“Dirty Jobs” has been airing continuously for nearly 20 years now — and series host Mike Rowe said there’s a reason for its longevity. “There’s some comfort to it, some certainty,” Rowe, 60, told The Post. “You’re not going to see a ‘Very Special Episode’ of ‘Dirty Jobs’ where ‘Mike ventures into the sewer with … Read more
When it comes to naming pets, American cat and dog owners apparently choose certain names more frequently than they do others. That’s at least what Rover.com found when researchers analyzed pet profiles on the animal boarding website for its annual dog and cat name reports. The pet website identified the “top 100” pet names that were attached … Read more
The cat’s out of the bag — and in their house. Police received a call about a burglary in a woman’s home — only to later discover it wasn’t a human but, in fact, her neighbor’s kitty. Noemi Zonta swore a burglar broke into her apartment in Koper, Slovenia when she returned home to discover … Read more
This kitty’s got nine lives — and counting. A nearly 27-year-old cat named Flossie in the UK has officially been confirmed as the world’s oldest living cat, says Guinness World Records. Rescued as a stray kitten, the senior feline was reportedly born Dec. 29, 1995 — and officially received the award at 26 years and … Read more
A-croc-alypse meow. While cats are known for bringing unusual objects home, one ambitious kitty took the cake after dragging a — wait for it — whole alligator head into a house in Wisconsin. Photos of the hairy headhunter’s ghoulish trophy are currently going viral as paw-struck viewers scratch their heads in disbelief. “He was very … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My wife of 15 years is a cat lover. When we were first married, she begged me to allow the cat she had at her mother’s house to live with us. I reluctantly agreed on the condition that the litter box was tended to and the cat would not be allowed on the … Read more
Cat got your tongue? A new study has found that cats can actually recognize their owner’s voice when they’re speaking to them — especially when the cat fanciers use cutesy baby talk. Felines can also tell if it’s their owner talking or a complete stranger and respond accordingly, the study, published in the Animal Cognition journal Tuesday, … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Meowy Christmas, and happy paw-lidays to all the cat lovers out there. Puns aside, if you have a certified cat mom or cat dad on your gift list this year, finding them a purrfect gift doesn’t have to … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Fans of Kate Beckinsale’s entertaining Instagram account know that she loves to play dress up. She festoons her fluffy fur babies — cats Clive and Willow and Pomeranian Myf — in Viking horns, Sherlock Holmes tweeds and denim … Read more
This guy’s one cool cat. Heart-pounding footage shows the moment a quick-thinking hunter in Idaho fired his pistol at a prowling cougar just as it pounced. A video of the frightening wildlife encounter, filmed via the victim’s cellphone, is currently blowing up on Instagram. “Good thing I was packing,” Jared Erickson wrote above the video … Read more
Cats are commonly shown lapping milk from saucers. But can they safely drink milk? The popular image of cats drinking milk may have emerged during the 19th century, when cats and dogs became popular subjects for artists. As the Industrial Revolution progressed and more people migrated to cities, the number of cat and dog owners … Read more