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The big idea: Are cats really domesticated?
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/jun/05/the-big-idea-are-cats-really-domesticated • 4 min
Unlike dogs, our feline friends are barely different from their wild ancestors – except for a few clever tricks
Cat-astrophe
https://www.noemamag.com/cat-astrophe • 12+ min
Outdoor cats are considered one of the worst invasive species by ecologists. And humans are bitterly torn over how to respond.
What makes a good cat?
https://www.vox.com/features/23987904/cat-best-pet-dog-breed-personality-feeding-home-companion • 13+ min
Maybe your cat loves you. Maybe it would kill you if it could.
The rise of dognapping: How sky-high prices for purebreds have led to pet scams, predatory leases and…
https://www.grid.news/story/economy/2022/07/14/beyond-dognapping-how-sky-high-prices-for-purebreds-have-led-to-pet-scams-predatory-leases-and-violent-robberies • 11+ min
As with so many other goods, the price of all purebred and designer dogs skyrocketed when the pandemic started. This led to an increase in dognappings and other dog-related crimes.
You’re going on vacation. What should you do with your pet?
https://www.vox.com/travel/23779992/pets-vacation-travel-cats-dogs-kennel-pet-sitter • 12+ min
Tips on how to give your cat or dog a good life while you travel — from three pet experts.
We now know how cats purr—why they purr is still up for debate
https://arstechnica.com/science/2023/10/we-now-know-how-cats-purr-why-they-purr-is-still-up-for-debate • 4 min
Studies of excised cat larynxes reveal role of connective tissues embedded in vocal folds.
Petting other people's dogs, even briefly, can boost your health
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/08/03/1190728554/dog-pet-mental-health-benefits
You don't even have to own one. Research shows just 5 to 20 minutes interacting with other people's pooches can reduce stress hormones and increase well-being.