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A Research Study Shows That Cats Are Just as Loyal as Dogs

Dog people love that pups are super loyal, always waiting by the door for their arrival, and never leaving their side. While kitty owners may feel the same way about their pets, cats’ loyalty has always been a little bit…questionable.

Not any more!

In a recent study about “secure attachment,” scientists found that dogs and cats are actually very similar.

 

Oregon State University researchers found that cats attach to their humans and affixing a sense of overwhelming security to them. The basis of this study came from a series of experiments exploring bonding between parents and children done in the 1970s. These researchers decided to test cats for similar emotional bonding.

They used 70 kittens, 30 adult cats, and, of course, their owners to test the theory.

Surprisingly, scientists found that 64.3 percent of the cats shows signs of “secure attachment” when left alone in the room for two minutes. When the owners were in the room (for the same duration of time), the cats exhibited a security in exploring the room’s surroundings and appeared more relaxed.

The other 35.7 percent showed “insecure attachment,” meaning they “shunned their owners altogether or exhibited extreme clinginess.” This is, perhaps, a way to punish their owners for leaving them in strange surroundings. Side note: these secure/insecure bonding percentages are actually very similar to the percentages that appear in both human babies and puppies.

The lead author of the study, Dr. Kristyn Vitale said,

“It’s important for owners to think about that. When they’re in a stressful situation, how they’re behaving can actually have a direct impact on their cats’ behavior. Cats that are insecure can be likely to run and hide or seem to act aloof. There’s long been a biased way of thinking that all cats behave in this way. But the majority of cats use their owner as a source of security.”

Just because cats show attachment in different ways than dogs do, that doesn’t mean they love their owners any less.

So yes, dog lovers, cats can love too.

Though they still might eat your corpse.

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You Can Buy a Cookie Cutter That’s Shaped like Your Pet’s Face

Who doesn’t want one of these?

An Etsy shop is now selling customized pet cookie cutters, designed to look exactly like your precious dog or cat. Anyone who loves their pet enough to be tempted to eat their face will totally get the appeal.

Bakers Street Cutters personally customizes a 4-inch cookie cutter based on a pet photo of your choice. Their designer creates an illustration from the photo, then renders that illustration into a 3D cookie cutter. The result is truly precious. Because while you could always buy a regular pet cookie cutter from the store, those off-the-track cutters will never capture the unique essence of your fur baby!

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One customized pet cookie cutter from Bakers Street costs $27 plus shipping. Is that a lot to pay for one (1) cookie cutter? Maybe, but when you consider that it’s an edible version of your pet’s face, it does seem pretty worth it. The turnover is one to nine business days, plus up to two weeks for shipping.

There are a lot of ways to use these cookie cutters. You could make themed cookies for your pet’s next birthday party (you throw your pet birthday parties, right?). You could make holiday cookies shaped like your pet. You could even make cookies FOR your pet, using pet-safe ingredients.

The possibilities are truly endless.

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The shop has tons of 5-star reviews.

“These cookie cutters are absolutely adorable. They look just like my kitties,” one buyer wrote.

“Adorable product! Made to order and looks just like my Hope!” another wrote.

Bakers Street Cutters also creates customized cookie cutters for people portraits, so you can make edible versions of your entire family, fur babies included.

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Take a Look at This Cat Shrine with a Cat Monk in Japan

If you love cats, you know that our fuzzy feline friends have a lot of personality and they like to play by their own rules. Well, in Japan, there’s a shrine where the cats are in charge and us mere humans are just there to admire them…and pet them, if they are so inclined.

I have a feeling that if more people knew about a place, called Nyan Nyan Ji, they’d go there in a heartbeat. Nyan Nyan Ji actually translates to “Meow Meow Shrine,” so you already know the place is amazing. It’s a shrine in Northern Kyoto with a cat monk and cat assistants…and no I’m not messing with you.

Cats are meant to be worshipped, so this makes total sense. The shrine was opened by Toru Kaya, a shrine and temple painter. The head cat monk is named Koyuki, and by all accounts, he loves to mingle with visitors. There are other cat priests and cat assistants, as well.

There’s a cat cafe on the grounds where visitors can even enjoy cat-themed food. And, of course, there is also a gift shop where guests can purchase cat-related items. I’d call this a very spiritual destination, wouldn’t you?

Here are some of the reviews, in case you need a little convincing:

“Super adorable with a relaxing and fantastic atmosphere.”

“A cute cat is a chief priest. I’m healed.”

Be sure to follow Koyuki on Instagram and follow the shrine on Facebook.

Am I dreaming? This sounds like paradise!

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Kitties Photoshopped onto Other Animals Make Hilarious Cat-Creatures

Some people out there have a lot of Photoshop skills…and a lot of time on their hands.

A person on Instagram really, really likes to Photoshop pics of cats mashed up with other animals, and the results are some hilarious-looking creatures that you can’t unsee.

Take a look…

1. I think that’s a bunny?

2. Looking for honey, no doubt.

3. The elusive cat/hedgehog.

4. Flying weiner dog/cat!

5. Panda cat strikes again.

6. Would you like to play with me?

7. I’m a big fan of this one.

8. Pugamese?

9. Wow. Can’t unsee this one.

10. Looks kinda mean. Approach with caution.

These kitties are freaking me out!

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15 Cats That Are Really Rude

The kitty cats in these pics are just flat-out rude. And guess what? They’re not gonna apologize for it, either.

Rude, crude, unrefined, and bordering on the out of control, these cats are.

Be prepared to shake your head at this mischievous kitties.

1. I “knead” you to stay out of the kitchen.

I just thought it needed more kneading from CatsAreAssholes

2. Diesel up to no good.

My wife and I are on our way to a wedding in Vermont and we pulled over on the highway to switch drivers and as soon as we got out our cat Diesel stepped on the lock button and locked us out. from CatsAreAssholes

3. Wasn’t having it.

4. That’s why you can’t breathe.

5. Not yours anymore.

6. Just go ahead and ignore it.

Glad I Bought Nacho a New Cat Bed… from CatsAreAssholes

7. Doesn’t seem like he cares.

I’ve been told this belongs here, and I’m inclined to agree. from CatsAreAssholes

8. Rampage in full effect.

She looked guilty for a split second, then continued on her rampage from CatsAreAssholes

9. Make yourself at home.

This is our kitchen. This is not my cat. from CatsAreAssholes

10. Don’t mess with Olivia.

My wife and our cat Olivia are in a constant battle for control of my wife’s pregnancy pillow. Yesterday, the cat won. from CatsAreAssholes

11. Now you know why.

So that’s why my kitchen floor is always wet. from CatsAreAssholes

12. Almost gave the friend a heart attack.

friend called me hysterical thinking my cat she was sitting had escaped… a few hours later he reveals himself (from a spot she checked) from CatsAreAssholes

13. He’s definitely taunting you.

This is why you dont tell your cat no from CatsAreAssholes

14. Bring those back!

Stealing my slippers every day from CatsAreAssholes

15. Thanks for nothing.

“Clean black work clothes? Don’t mind if I do!” Fluffy cats everywhere from CatsAreAssholes

Do you have a rude cat roaming your house and making a mess of things?

Share a pic or a story in the comments!

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5 Cat Grooming Tips For A Purrfect Kitty

Keeping your cat well-groomed and clean is essential, not only for their health but happiness too. Maintaining your cat eyes, ears, paws, teeth, and coat are crucial grooming tasks that need to be done on a regular basis. Here are five tips to help your beloved pet with their grooming routine. Eyes Check your cat’s eyes weekly for changes or signs of problems. Look for discharge, cloudiness, or excessive closing or blinking. Look directly into the pupils to be sure they expand in the light and that there’s no sign of the third eyelid. Your cat’s eyes should be clear

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A Law Firm Hired a Stray Cat After People Complained About It Wandering Around the Office

There’s only one course of action if a stray cat or dog is wandering around your office. Well, you adopt them, of course! And that’s exactly what a law firm in Brasília, Brazil did with a little fella who goes by the name of Leon.

Leon was just one of the many stray cats wandering the streets of Brasília when he somehow snuck into the Order of Attorneys of Brazil office building. Leon hung around the reception area for a while, but when some people started to complain about the frisky feline, the company found a unique way to keep Leon around: they hired him as a lawyer.

Per the Facebook post they wrote:

“After a heavy rain, this little guy here seeking shelter from the storm went inside the OAB building (the Brazilian equivalent of American Bar Association) and decided to stay. Unfortunately some people started to file some complaints about the fact that at the reception desk there was a stray cat hanging around and trying to make friends with the newcomers. In order to avoid some new complaints the board gave the solution: Hire the cat as an employee.”

Dr. Leon now has his own ID card, his own Instagram page, and he’s grown quite a bit since he first wandered into the office. Leon’s become such a hit that the Order of Attorneys of Brazil decided to launch their own animal rights institute called Instituto Dr. Leon.

I love this story!

And I think Dr. Leon needs his own reality TV show ASAP.

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These Hilarious Cat Posts Might Put a Big Smile on Your Face

There’s nothing better than some playful, cute animals to put a big smile on your face.

Especially when those cute animals are CATS. Keep in mind, cats are in charge of US, not the other way around.

Let’s see some funny cat posts so we can turn our frowns upside down.

1. Total drama queen.

Screamed at me to let him on the balcony and now he’s doing this. Total drama queen. from aww

2. Two thumbs up!

My girl, Rasputin, showing off her thumbs. from cats

3. Opposites do attract.

My sister recently adopted a kitten and he’s already become very attached to her dog… Apparently, the feeling’s mutual! from aww

4. LOL. So funny.

5. She’s literally doing it, bro.

6. I wasn’t doing anything, I swear.

7. Screaming in a good way, I think.

Our new boy SCREAMING from cats

8. What are you doing in my house?

9. Boots is waiting to be served.

10. Whatever works, just go with it.

11. Not a happy camper.

*angy* from aww

12. I would love it if Buster lived in my house.

Good kitties! That did the trick for me.

If you have a funny pic of your cat, show us in the comments! We’d love to meet your furry feline friends!

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10 Pics of Dogs and Cats That Had to Wear the Cone of Shame

Now I’m upset…

This is always a sad sight. I remember when our dog Quincy had to have leg surgery, he had a cone around his head for a week or so. It was quite pathetic.

Buuuuuut, you gotta do what you gotta do so your pooch or kitty cat won’t eat the stitches in their body, and they can recover quickly.

Still, it is sad…I think we can agree on that.

1. Got a little helper.

2. He’s not feeling it.

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I do not like the cone of shame??

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3. At least she looks happy.

4. Handling it surprisingly well.

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My sweet, special guy has cancer ?… He stars in his own YouTube movie called “Chinese is Fetching” – and it’s super cute if you want to watch it :)…. he and his siblings also have a YouTube video called “Licking Time” (but sooo many things come up under that so you have to go to my channel “Kerry Lea” or “Kerry Vera” to find it…) (it’s a musical)… I’m absolutely broken hearted that one day this guy won’t be in our lives anymore… BUT— he’s been so brave and courageous… living his life to the fullest and never complaining… he’s teaching me lots of lessons… ❤❤❤… #poorcat #conelife #coneofshame #elizabethancollar #conehead #poorbaby #catsofinstagram #catstagram #bestcatever #mypoorguy #bravecat #catwarrior #kerryveralea #chinesethecat #coneheadcat #myspecialboy #catrescue #cancersucks

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5. Dejected, but will survive.

6. He’s getting through it!

7. Doing it in style.

8. OMG, this is incredible.

9. That thing’s coming off soon!

10. He is NOT pleased.

Now, I know some of you out there have pics of your pets wearing the cone of shame.

Share them with us in the comments!

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These Cats Are Working Hard to Make Your Day Just a Little Bit Better

I’m not sure the Internet would have made it at all if it weren’t for people’s love of cats, and these 15 little guys are carrying on the long and storied tradition of being adorable and funny and giving us all a reason to keep going.

15. This doesn’t taste the way I expected…

Image Credit: Reddit

14. He doesn’t care how funny Schitt’s Creek is, he’s adorable!

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13. The more the merrier, I always say.

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You're an icon, BUB. #legend #lilbub

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12. That one black tile is ruining her disappearing act.

11. Oh so cute, it makes the immense amount of work raising them worth it.

10. Could you just go to your room so Mommy and Daddy can talk in private?

9. I’m going to be holding this yoga mat hostage until I get some scritches, thanks.

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Baby Pooky is too cute for a caption?

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8. Less talky, more petty.

7. It’s a lot like having a toddler.

6. Have you ever seen more perfect faces in your life?

5. This cat is definitely ready for a pumpkin spice latte.

4. And another kitty ready for hot cocoa and leaves and bonfires and stuff.

3. I’m going to keep this on my desktop for bad days.

Image Credit: Reddit

2. No one can pose like a wicked cat.

1. He’s going to be the best behaved passenger on that entire flight.

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I don’t currently have a cat, but I really think that needs to be remedied sooner rather than later.

Do you have a cat? Do you share his antics on the internet? I certainly hope so, for the good of all!

Do it in the comments y’all!

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