Children should understand that cats, like humans, value their personal space. It’s crucial to teach them to recognize when a cat needs their alone time or wants to retreat to their safe space, such ...

They’ll hath no furry. A children’s cat-hunting competition targeting feral felines in New Zealand has been canceled after the planned event sparked outrage among animal-rights activists. Organizers ...

"A cat or kitten can be a wonderful addition to a family," according to Vicki Jo Harrison, president of the International Cat Association. For children, cats can be great companions and good teachers.

Feline friends can help families in more ways than one. Cats help calm children with autism, according to new research from the University of Missouri. The study was conducted by Gretchen Carlisle, ...

A contest planned for children in New Zealand to hunt and kill feral cats as part of a drive to protect native species has been axed following backlash from the public and animal rights groups. The ...

There are well-documented mental health benefits to pet ownership, as much research has shown. Indeed, we know there are some physical benefits as well, as dog owners tend to have more active ...

In this heartwarming video, a mother creates a delightful surprise for her children involving a cute cat. The sheer joy and excitement of the children are beautifully captured as they are presented ...

A hunting contest in rural New Zealand where children were to compete to kill the greatest number of feral cats for a cash prize has been canceled after a backlash from animal rights organizations.

Cats don’t get much respect—at least among researchers who study the relationships between pets and people. For example, at the 2017 conference of the International Society of Anthrozoology, 32 ...

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