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Third Cat in Wyoming Diagnosed with Plague: Here's Why You Shouldn't Panic
By Mindy Weisberger published
Two other cats are known to have contracted plague in the past six months.
Is It Unethical to Give Your Cat Catnip?
By Debra Merskin published
Catnip can induce changes in cat behavior. An expert argues that giving it to cats raises questions about human power and animal autonomy.
Show-Off Bobcat Walks in Front of Tourists with a Dead Iguana Dangling from Its Mouth
By Brandon Specktor published
This iguana never stood a chance.
Adorable, Remorseless Killing Machine Is World's Deadliest Cat
By Mindy Weisberger published
The deadliest cat in the world isn't a lion, leopard or tiger.
Meet the Rare and Fabulous Felines of 'Super Cats' (Photos)
By Mindy Weisberger published
Wild cats are among the most diverse and successful predators on Earth.
This $1.5 Million Project Aims to Count All the Cats in Washington, D.C.
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
One cat, two cat... red cat, blue cat
Feral Cats Are Devouring Australia's Reptiles
By Yasemin Saplakoglu published
Feral cats are binge-eating reptiles, and conservationists are concerned.
The Author of This Physics Paper Is 7 Years Old (and Also a Cat)
By Brandon Specktor published
What has your cat done lately?
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