Cats

Cats do not care about their owners as they cannot understand human voices. They perceive laughter, sobs, and screams as identical sounds.

Newly released video shows a woman being violently attacked and knocked unconscious on a CATS bus in Charlotte. The incident occurred earlier this year, as depicted in the footage.

South Boulevard will close for a month starting Monday due to drainage improvements by CATS at the Blue Line crossing near Scaleybark Station. The outbound lanes between Clanton Road and Old Pineville Road will be detoured to South Tryon Street, with the road expected to reopen by Aug. 14. Blue Line service will be temporarily altered with single-tracking and platform changes from July 13 to Aug. 9.

A man was arrested in Northern California after nine cats were found dead in a home. The incident involved animal cruelty.

A welfare check in Redford Township revealed deplorable conditions and an unknown number of cats at a home on Gaylord Street. Neighbors reported years of foul odors and feral cats, and the homeowner was hospitalized after officials entered the property.

A Chicago man pleaded guilty to killing and torturing four tabby cats in his Wicker Park apartment. A witness reported one cat was found dead in a plastic bag that had been microwaved.

Charlotte City Council approved a fare inspector ambassador program for light rail and buses, starting with the Blue Line, to address fare evasion costing millions annually. The initiative aims to improve safety and accountability, with mixed rider reactions including concerns about affordability and alternative solutions.

A study found that cats groom one another not as a sign of affection or bonding, but out of spite. The research challenges previous assumptions about the social behavior of felines.

A woman was captured on surveillance footage abandoning a group of cats stuffed into small carrier bags in San Gabriel. The San Gabriel Valley Humane Society is searching for her after the incident occurred in the early morning hours of June 14.

A study reveals that popular UK pet foods contain high levels of microplastics, raising concerns about potential health risks for dogs and cats.

Police in Vietnam seized more than 400 cats in a major bust of an animal theft ring. The operation aimed to prevent the cats from being eaten.

Over 100 cats, many dead, were found in a home during a welfare check. First responders reported an overwhelming smell and hazardous conditions requiring respirators.

A pensioner was banned from keeping animals for 10 years and ordered to pay £80,000 in fines and court costs after authorities found cats kept in 'appalling' conditions at her £1.1 million home.

The FDA has approved emergency use of a drug to treat New World screwworm infections in dogs and cats. This decision follows reports of infections in two states.

The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency use authorization for a medication to combat the New World screwworm in pets after it was identified in a dog in New Mexico. The authorization aims to address the flesh-eating parasite in dogs and cats.

CATS is ending cash payments and implementing a new fare plan requiring Gold Line riders to pay for the first time. The changes, approved by the Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority, have sparked public dissatisfaction, with riders criticizing reduced accessibility and unreliable payment technology. Fares remain unchanged, and the transition to a paid system is framed as a safety measure.

A woman is facing a cruelty to animals charge after a puppy and cats were found abandoned in Livingston Parish.

The tick responsible for causing meat allergies in humans may also transmit a potentially fatal disease to cats. This highlights a dual risk posed by the same tick species affecting both human and feline health.

A mother was charged with child endangerment after authorities found dozens of cats in her Long Island home, which prosecutors described as having squalid conditions. The mother's daughter reportedly called police to report the situation.

The article suggests that owning a dog can improve sleep quality, while cats do not provide the same benefit. It highlights that dogs, referred to as 'man's best friend,' positively impact sleep, but cats lack this effect.

Scientists have discovered a plant that affects cats similarly to catnip but produces even more intense reactions in felines. The study reveals this lesser-known plant causes cats to enter a heightened state of excitement and behavioral changes. This finding adds to the understanding of how certain plants interact with feline biology.

Scientists have discovered a plant that affects cats even more intensely than catnip, causing them to enter a heightened state of excitement. The research reveals this lesser-known plant as a powerful alternative to traditional catnip for feline stimulation.

Ikea's new blow-up chair, part of the PS 2026 collection, took 26 years of development to perfect. The Swedish furniture company tested the inflatable design with cats as part of its process.

Fabled Voyages, a Denver-based residential cruise startup, is offering pet-friendly cruises allowing dogs and cats onboard, starting in March 2026. The company positions this policy as a key feature for 15-year residencies, while major cruise lines typically prohibit non-service animals due to sanitation, space, and regulatory challenges. Travelers remain divided, with some supporting dedicated pet cruises and others opposing the idea.

A Japan study has found that silver vine is more potent than catnip in stimulating cats. The research demonstrates that felines show stronger reactions to silver vine compared to the traditionally used catnip plant. This discovery could have implications for cat products and enrichment.