For Science!

Another interesting article that popped up on my feed is that of Pepper, who has become the unexpected provider of data for his human carer. Peppers human, a virologist at the University of Florida named John Lednicky, has identified strains…

Thief of Hearts…

Or actually, of underwear, mostly. As always, when I’m on social media, I keep interesting articles saved for reference. One story has hit my feed via various pages and it’s that of Leonardo Da Pinchy, a rather handsome Siamese cat…

The power of three…

Because I’ve been blogging for so long,, I sometimes forget the subjects I’ve covered. But I was told recently about the 3,3,3 rule and it’s a pretty good guideline regarding allowing a kitten adjustment time when they go to a…

What a load of sh…

After a recent experience with one of my feline family members, resulting in a £160 poop, I realised I’ve never paid much attention to what a cats toileting tells you with its appearance. So I’ve sourced a couple of handy…

We Slip Through Streets…

The second blog illustrating how cats inspire people features a cat called Murtaugh. Murtaugh was a stray, until he was taken in by producer, Swann Martin-Raget. Murtaugh is the basis for the main character in the 2022 computer game, Stray….

Cats are still muses…

Previously, I’ve written how cats have inspired creatives across multiple mediums over the years. This months blogs continue to show that’s very much the case. A perfect example is the Netflix series, Love, Death & Robots. Fans will have noticed…

In The Summertime…

Over the years, I’ve shared my home with cats who’ve exhibited varying degrees of irritation to seasonal changes. Like humans, cats can develop allergies to various things; including pollen. So I sourced a quick guide illustrating possible symptoms to look…

Down with the sickness…

Whenever I see useful graphics regarding feline psychology or general cat care on social media, I try to write a blog featuring the image so they’re easy to find in one place. A U.S friend who cares for ferals posted…

Closing time…

Ten years ago, I wrote a blog on the sudden rise in popularity of cat cafes. (You can find the blog here: https://www.ailurophile.co.uk/?p=251) One of the things I absolutely stipulated, and one of the things I was definitely concerned about…

It’s in my nature…

While environmental changes mean there isn’t really a specific kitten season anymore, we are reaching the time of year where there is definitely an increase in the number of cats getting pregnant. A recent interaction on a lost and found…