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In spite of the dog's reputation as "man's best friend," there are more cats currently residing in US households than dogs. Admired for their grace and agility, these small, carnivorous animals have long been companions to humans, with some scientists believing that the domestication of cats may have occurred as long as 9,500 years ago. The remains of mummified cats have been discovered in Egyptian tombs. Long the subject of many myths and superstitions, cats have been seen as objects of worship during some periods of history and reviled as the companions of evil during others.

Many communities struggle with the problem of feral cat colonies. Dealing with these cats humanely involves strategies for trapping them and then spaying or neutering them before returning them to the wild. Adult feral cats do not usually make suitable pets, but if kittens can be captured early in life, they make fine companions.

People who share their lives with cats can find many resources on the Internet that provide advice on the care and feeding of these lovely animals. Many bloggers like to write about cats, and some cats even have their own blogs.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “cats”

• in Lifestyle
  It’s So Easy to Rehome a Pet with Craigslist…and So Wrong
  When you give your pet to a new “good home,” do you know who you’re really giving it to?
  by missbobetier / on Dec 31, 2011
• in Lifestyle
  Israel Bans Cat Declawing
  Israel has joined the list of over 20 countries to ban cat declawing.
  by spcalapresident / on Dec 13, 2011
• in Entertainment
  Watch Where You Step, Especially If You’re Boarding 50 Dogs
  For some folks, retirement is something you DO.
  by missbobetier / on Nov 29, 2011

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “cats”

 

• I AM TAMA, LUCKY CAT: A JAPANESE LEGEND

  
  GregLSBlog — Authority: 101
  In fact, I am Mercury .  [ yawn ]. I am, however, here to tell you about a book by that name (see cover below). Long ago, in Japan [ Did I mention that my Greg persons ancestors originated in Japan ?] or so the story goes, there lived a poor but devout holy man who was barely keeping his temple together.  Tama ...
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• Sister Saturday with Dolly

  
  Brian's Home — Authority: 111
  I’m going to use my post today to ask you all a very impawtant question.  You see, the others, except for Sister Precious have a Royal title, and I do not.  You all know that King Brian is the King of our domain.  Brian tells me that Sister Sascha was born a Princess.  And not too long after Sister Zoe came to ...
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• CATURDAY Night FeFUR

  
  Crazy Cat Lady Carm — Authority: 110
  Let the excitement begin! Thrill a minute Tommy... Maniacal Moony... Puffed up Pride... Fabulous Furby... Joyful Joy... Catatonic Candy...
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• New Sale Items Plus Promo Codes for 10% Off All Dog and Cat Products at The Paws!

  
  Woof Woof Mama - Pet Deals, Product Reviews & Giveaways — Authority: 421
  The Paws.com has a bunch of cute cat and dog plush toys and grab bags on sale right now for super-low prices. Some of my favorites include: MIGHTIES Cuddly Penguin or FLATTIES Red Dragon for $3.99 (up to $6 off), 20-piece Kitty Toy Grab Bag for $4.99 ($9.99 reg.) and a KONG Cozies 2-pk for $9.99 ($2 off). You can ...
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• Autocowrecks: Epic Cat Facts Trolling

  
  FAIL Blog: Epic Fail Pictures and Videos of Owned, Pwnd and Fail Moments — Authority: 668
  Remember the cat facts trolling trick? A Redditor took it to a completely different level after his cousin gave out his new phone number on Facebook.
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• Weekend Sillies and Condemned Gingerbread House

  
  Spunk On A Stick's Tips — Authority: 101
  Starting your weekend off with a laugh! The first one reminds me of what someone says right before doing something really stupid and earns himself a Darwin Award. see more Lolcats and funny pictures , and check out our Socially Awkward Penguin lolz! see more Lolcats and funny pictures , and check out ...
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• New: everything cats!

  
  Inspirational Art & Healing — Authority: 103
  I just opened a new store on Zazzle with a "just cats" theme! Its called Annes Cats ! :-) (how original! :-)) You can find some beautiful classic best selling items like the "Im the BOSS" cat mug above and this cat sympathy card: and also brand new cat products, like this hot chocolate cat mug: ...
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• An Illusion

  
  Miss Cellania — Authority: 589
  (Thanks, Duke!) [IMG: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-b5NllDiOE7U/Txx51ntBhPI/AAAAAAAAZAQ/nwNHfTS8WYo/s400/illusion_duke.jpg]
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• Cremation Fort worth, Insurance Leads, Boise Real Estate

  
  The Worldwide Accomodation Network — Authority: 109
  Locate the Best Boise Real Estate to Get If you’re planning to construct your house in a spot that are fitted with the lively spirit of an urban community and the enlightening atmosphere of the countryside, then Boise makes the ideal choice for you. You’ve have many great selections for Idaho real estate. You ...
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• T.G.I.F. Three Girls

  
  Brian's Home — Authority: 111
  Another week has come and gone, where does the time go?  Well, you know what “they” say, “Fur flies when you’re having fun”!  So to celebrate Friday, my T.G.I.F. for today is Three Girls In Formation! It’s nice to see them all comfy and cozy together.  Oh, and for the record, I have no idea who ...
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• How to be a Sidekick, According to Giguhl . . .

  
  Orbit Books — Authority: 503
  We wanted to tell you that we’ve posted the answers to the urban fantasy quiz we created last week to celebrate the new book in Jaye Wells’ Sabina Kane series, SILVER-TONGUED DEVIL, but while writing the blogpost we suffered something of a demonic visitation . . . We interrupt our usual service for an ...
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• FURiday- Morning Naps 3-2-1

  
  Crazy Cat Lady Carm — Authority: 110
  3-Moony, Tommy & Pride on the freshly made bed! 2- Candy & Joy- on Moms computer desk. 1- Solitary Furby on the well-worn recliner in our back room.
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• Funny videos, How people get afraid

  
  Funny Videos - Funny Commercials - Stupid Videos - Crazy Videos — Authority: 123
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• Sealing Cat

  
  Miss Cellania — Authority: 589
  (via b3ta ) [IMG: http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RqyQHF1D3iI/TxxbFsZoyaI/AAAAAAAAY_E/7dp2TAjA6So/s400/sealingcat_b3ta.jpg]
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• Chinese Boy With Glowing Cat Eyes Can See In The Dark

  
  Carbonated TV WordPress Blog — Authority: 122
  If you think this is science fiction, think again! Nong Youhui from China has the strange ability to see in the dark. It might seem like a part from some Hollywood sci-fi movie (Charles Xavier? Think X-men!) but as the Chinese CCTV media reports, his ability isn’t a joke. His glow-in-the-dark eyes prompted Nong’s ...
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• An Ounce 0.4 ml of Prevention Is Worth $1,000 of Cure

  
  Vet Blog — Authority: 406
  When I first met Percy*, he was in serious trouble. The 2-year-old cat came to the emergency clinic exhibiting profound weakness. He was having trouble breathing. His gums, eyes, and skin were pale but tinged yellow. He had a mild fever. His coat was unkempt, and occasional bits of flea feces were present in the fur. ...
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• Building A Bond With A Pet Cat

  
  Family Counts — Authority: 133
  For most of my life, Ive considered myself a dog person and I only adopted my first cat as an adult. I fully expected to find an animal that was stand-offish, aloof, and self-centred. Boy was I wrong! I now know that cats have bags of personality. They are affectionate, playful, and can even be as obedient as any dog. ...
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• Twofur Thursday

  
  Brian's Home — Authority: 111
  Okay, here’s proof!  Most of you know that for the longest time Sister Zoe and Sister Sascha (Bethie) just couldn’t seem to get along.  Well, here are the two of them enjoying the warm air coming from the heater thingy.  It’s not unusual these days to find them together on the big bed too.  Who woulda ...
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• Meow

  
  Steven Humour — Authority: 117
  picture via acid cow [IMG: http://www.stevenhumour.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/meow.jpg]
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• Thankful FUR Flowers & Cats

  
  Crazy Cat Lady Carm — Authority: 110
  Its so nice to have a bright bouquet in the wintertime. Aunt Marie brought mom flowers!  Thanks so much.   Tommy loves flowers! Moony thinks theyre tasty! Posing PURRty with the flowers! Furbys turn with the flowers!  
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