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Playtime Helps Relieve Holiday Stress in Cats

Learn about why holidays can stress cats and ways to help, including play.

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Are You Owned by a Cat?

Is your cat the boss of you? Find out the signs that let you know you're owned by a cat.

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Cat-Inspired New Year's Resolutions

Model yourself after some of your cat's best traits when considering your New Year's resolutions this year.

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Irish Cat Names

Find a list of Irish names that can be used as-is or modified for maximum feline fabulousness.

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Are Laser Pointers Good Cat Toys?

If you use a laser pointer to play with your cat, you may wish to learn the best practices for doing so. Cats need to catch their prey sometimes.

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Clever DIY Cat Toys

Cat toys are part of providing good healthcare to your indoor cat. Cat toys can be fun and inexpensive to make at home.

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How to Play With Your Cat- Part One

For a cat, playing is much more than filling up leisure time. During waking hours, few activities are as important to a cat as engaging in play. In short, the more you know about cats' playing styles and preferences, the better it is for kitty. This article kicks off a major series that takes a comprehensive look at one of the most fun, fascinating, and essential aspects of catdom.

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How to Play With Your Cat- Part Two

In part 2 of our series on play, we present some hints on becoming a cat play expert—with one cat or several at a time, if you have the good fortune of living in a multiple feline household.

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Interactive Playing with Wand Toys

Tips on how to play with your cat with interactive wand toys.

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How to Keep Playtime Fun for Your Cat

Learn how to keep play fresh and fun for a cat that has become bored with their toys.

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Keeping Your Cat Active While You're Away

Tips on how to keep a cat in an empty house comfy while sleeping, and safe, active, amused, and entertained while up and about.

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Cat Chin-Scratching Station

All cats seem to love a good chin scratch but we're not always available to aid them. Learn how to make a quick and easy "chin-scratching station" for your cat in this article.

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Kittens Play in Glass Bowl: VIDEO

Funny cat video of kittens playing in and around a glass bowl will have you smiling in no time.

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Adorable Kittys’ Reactions to Their Mirror Images: VIDEO

This cute cat video shows multiple cats reacting to seeing themselves in the mirror, some for the first time.

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Cat Can Drink From Water Cooler: VIDEO

Watch this smart and funny cat learn to use the water cooler.

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Tiny Kitten Finds Roar: VIDEO

Watch this adorable baby kitten discover whether she has a roar or a squeak.

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Kitten Mimics Mommy Bathing: VIDEO

This cute cat video shows a sweet kitten watching mom take a bath and mimicking what she does.

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Cat Impersonates Elephant: VIDEO

Try not smiling when you see this cute video of a cat’s rear end impersonating an elephant’s head.

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Cat Treats Can't Hide: VIDEO

Smart kitty climbs the unclimbable to get some food.

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Funny Cats Sleeping in Odd Positions: VIDEO

Cats are kings and queens of sleeping. Watch them sleep in some pretty funny positions.

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Cats Say Thank You for All Moms Do: VIDEO

Cats and their human moms have a special bond. The cats in this video want to say “Happy Mother’s Day” to theirs.

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Super Cute Cats Bathing Each Other: VIDEO

Cats aren’t always big fans of being bathed. In this sweet cat video, two funny cats take bathing into their own paws.

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Cats Give Humans Hugs: VIDEO

Cats give their humans amazing hugs in this sweet cat video.

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Devon Rex Cat Does Tricks Like a Dog: VIDEO

Devon rex cats love to play and will even learn tricks that most people associate with dogs. Watch this one fetch and shake.

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Don’t Stop Petting Me! : VIDEO

The cat in this video was feral but now she loves being petted by her human.

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Cats and Kittens Hugging: VIDEO

Watch a cat video of cats and kittens hugging each other. It's hard to feel sad while watching cats hug each other.

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Smart Cat Plays Shell Game: VIDEO

This amazingly smart cat knows how to play the shell game! Watch this cute cat video to see how she does.

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Sweet Kitty Pets His Human Back: VIDEO

If you’re a cat and you want your human to pet you, the best thing to do might be to show him what you want. Watch this cute cat video of a cat petting his human.

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Kittens Have New Year’s Resolutions, Too! : VIDEO

Kittens can have New Year’s resolutions, just like humans; they’re just cuter while carrying them out.

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Kitty Steals Christmas Stocking: VIDEO

Watch as an industrious kitten steals his human’s Christmas stocking.

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Watch Your Thanksgiving Turkey: VIDEO

Keep an eye on your Thanksgiving turkey this year. Otherwise, you may be left with something not nearly as yummy.

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Tiny Kitten Is Surprised At Being Tickled: VIDEO

This sweet kitten opens his arms and asks for more tickling. Adorable look of surprise will have you smiling.

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Cat Chooses And Puts On Halloween Costume: VIDEO

Watch this cat put the Halloween costume on and transform into a bunny!

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Cats Help Prepare for Halloween: VIDEO

Watch two sweet kitties do everything they can to help their humans get ready for Halloween.

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Cats Stalking Humans: VIDEO

Funny cat videos show adorable ninja cats that think they’re being sneaky at stalking people.

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Give Me My Bed!: VIDEO

This cat has found the best way to cause a puppy frustration. Steal the pup’s bed and refuse to move! An adorable video of a dog and cat interacting.

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Cats Playing Patty-Cake: VIDEO

If you've ever wondered what your cat's thinking, you can get a glimpse in this voiced-over video of cats playing patty-cake.

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Cute Cats and Boxes: VIDEO

Some of the cutest kitties on the internet, playing in boxes. This video is sure to brighten the day of any cat-lover.

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Big Cats Love Boxes Too! VIDEO

Take a look at this video of big cats exploring and enjoying boxes, just like little cats do.

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Big Cats Playing with Toys: VIDEO

Watch big cats at play, and see what kind of toys they love.

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Siamese Kittens Are Smart and Curious: VIDEO

Siamese cats love to talk and are curious and smart. This video illustrates how Siamese kittens can learn to open cupboards!

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Cat Trapped in Litter Box by Frisky Kitten: VIDEO

Your cat may develop inappropriate urination if he or she is harassed by another cat, dog, or child while using the litter box. Watch a cute, charming version of harassment in this sweet video.

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