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Rome's 6K Running Tour Visits Ancient Ruins and Street Cats
Acts of Kindness8h ago

Rome's 6K Running Tour Visits Ancient Ruins and Street Cats

A new dawn running tour in Rome combines ancient history with the city's famous feline residents. Art historian Isabella Calidonna leads runners through six kilometers of Roman ruins where cat colonies have made their homes.

Euronews2 min read
Hawaii Volunteers Rescue Cats From Historic Molokai Floods
Community HeroesMar 25

Hawaii Volunteers Rescue Cats From Historic Molokai Floods

When the worst flooding in 20 years hit Molokai, volunteers from Rescue Kitties of Hawaii rushed into mud-filled streets to save stranded cats on an island with no veterinary services. They've already rescued four pregnant cats and dozens of kittens, delivering supplies to families in need along the way.

Good Good Good2 min read
Cat Returns Home With Pink Bow From Secret Family
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

Cat Returns Home With Pink Bow From Secret Family

A comedian discovered his cat Gloria lives a double life when she strolled home wearing a hot pink bow tied around her neck. Turns out, many outdoor cats are beloved by multiple families who unknowingly share custody.

Upworthy2 min read
Larry the Cat Celebrates 15 Years at 10 Downing Street
Acts of KindnessFeb 15

Larry the Cat Celebrates 15 Years at 10 Downing Street

The UK's beloved Chief Mouser has outlasted six Prime Ministers and become a symbol of stability at the nation's most famous address. Larry the tabby cat marks 15 years greeting world leaders and winning hearts from the doorstep of power.

The Hindu3 min read
Cat Missing 4 Years Found Two Streets from Home
Community HeroesApr 1

Cat Missing 4 Years Found Two Streets from Home

A 10-year-old cat wedged in a 4-inch gap for hours was rescued and reunited with owners who lost him in 2022. His microchip revealed he'd been living just two roads away the entire time.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Your Cat's Purr Reveals Its Unique Identity, Study Finds
InnovationJan 25

Your Cat's Purr Reveals Its Unique Identity, Study Finds

Scientists discovered that a cat's purr is like a fingerprint, more reliable for identifying individual cats than their meows. The finding reveals how living with humans transformed cat communication in surprising ways.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Vet's Viral Response Defends Cats on Furniture
Acts of KindnessMar 25

Vet's Viral Response Defends Cats on Furniture

When critics called it "disgusting" to let cats on furniture, Kentucky veterinarian Dr. Matt McGlasson delivered a hilarious 11.8 million-view response that has cat owners everywhere feeling seen. His message is simple: cats deserve to call our homes their homes too.

Upworthy2 min read
Cat Retirement Village Saves Seniors From Euthanasia
Acts of KindnessMar 31

Cat Retirement Village Saves Seniors From Euthanasia

A charming retirement village in England gives elderly cats a second chance at life instead of being put to sleep. For over 20 years, Shropshire Cat Rescue has transformed senior feline care with tiny chalets, a storefront, and a mansion where cats over 20 years old live out their golden years.

Upworthy2 min read
Vet's 'Squish That Cat' Video Helps 23M Handle Felines
VideosFeb 4

Vet's 'Squish That Cat' Video Helps 23M Handle Felines

A Vancouver veterinarian's gentle cat-handling tutorial has helped millions of pet owners safely pick up anxious cats. His surprisingly simple "squish that cat" technique is changing the way people interact with their feline friends.

Upworthy2 min read
Mumbai Cat Expo Draws Thousands of Feline Lovers
Acts of KindnessMay 18

Mumbai Cat Expo Draws Thousands of Feline Lovers

Thousands of cat enthusiasts gathered in Mumbai to celebrate their beloved pets at Cat Expo India, exploring beauty contests, care advice, and the latest in feline wellness. The event brought together India's growing community of cat owners in a joyful celebration of companionship.

Euronews2 min read
Columbus Volunteers Build Community While Rescuing Cats
Acts of KindnessApr 2

Columbus Volunteers Build Community While Rescuing Cats

A volunteer-run cat shelter in Columbus is creating two communities at once: one for abandoned cats finding homes, and another for volunteers finding friendship and purpose. Colony Cats proves that caring for the smallest lives can create the biggest connections.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Lost Stuffed Cat Found After Boston Marathon Search
Acts of KindnessApr 23

Lost Stuffed Cat Found After Boston Marathon Search

A three-year-old's beloved stuffed cat disappeared in the Boston Marathon crowd, sparking a community-wide search that ended with a heartwarming reunion. One dedicated volunteer combed the streets late at night to bring Sarah the stuffed cat back home.

Google: lost found reunited2 min read
Scientists Reveal Why Cats Go Wild for Catnip
InnovationJun 6

Scientists Reveal Why Cats Go Wild for Catnip

Japanese researchers finally cracked the mystery of why cats lose their minds over catnip, and the answer involves an ancient survival instinct. Turns out, your cat's wild catnip sessions are actually a smart defense against mosquitoes.

Upworthy3 min read
Collier Rescue Saves 46 Cats From Hoarding Home
Community HeroesJun 4

Collier Rescue Saves 46 Cats From Hoarding Home

What started as a routine spay appointment for 10 cats turned into a rescue mission for 46 felines living in tough conditions. Thanks to quick thinking volunteers, every cat is now getting the care they need. #

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Vet Reveals 7 Signs Your Cat Loves You (Yes, Really)
Acts of Kindness1d ago

Vet Reveals 7 Signs Your Cat Loves You (Yes, Really)

Think your cat couldn't care less about you? A veterinarian says those "aloof" behaviors might actually be signs of deep affection, and what looks like boredom could be your cat's love language.

Upworthy2 min read
$3 Mac App Saves Laptops From Marauding Cats
VideosMay 17

$3 Mac App Saves Laptops From Marauding Cats

A new app called Cats Lock lets Mac users protect their keyboards from feline chaos with one click. The $3 solution is already delighting cat owners everywhere who know the struggle all too well.

Engadget2 min read
Japan's 'Cat Island' Caretaker Dedicates Life to Felines
Acts of KindnessApr 11

Japan's 'Cat Island' Caretaker Dedicates Life to Felines

On a tiny Japanese island where cats outnumber people 27 to 1, a 70-year-old woman ensures every feline lives with dignity and care. Naoko Kamimoto feeds 80 cats twice daily, administers medicine, and shows the world what compassionate animal stewardship looks like.

Live Science2 min read
Cat's POV Camera Delights 50 Million TikTok Viewers
Acts of KindnessMay 17

Cat's POV Camera Delights 50 Million TikTok Viewers

A cat owner attached a camera to their pet's collar and accidentally created one of TikTok's most wholesome sensations. Mr. Kitters the Cat now shares his daily adventures with millions of delighted fans worldwide.

Upworthy2 min read
California Firefighters Give CPR to Save 4 Cats From Fire
Community HeroesMar 28

California Firefighters Give CPR to Save 4 Cats From Fire

Firefighters in Jurupa Valley, California, rescued four cats from a burning apartment and performed CPR and oxygen therapy to revive three unconscious felines. All four cats survived, including one who was 18 years old.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Japanese Drug Extends Cat Kidney Disease Survival to 80%
Health & WellnessApr 27

Japanese Drug Extends Cat Kidney Disease Survival to 80%

A Tokyo startup just filed approval for a breakthrough drug that helped 80% of cats with chronic kidney disease survive a year, compared to just 20% without treatment. The development could transform care for a condition affecting up to 80% of senior cats.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read

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