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Society and Cats - The Feline-Human Relationship Through the Ages

Since ancient times, humans and cats have shared a special relationship. Thousands of years ago in Egypt, cats were worshipped as gods, and as the joke goes, cats have never forgotten. Enjoy the myths, legends, and truths about cats in different societies.
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Black Cat Month: October, Black Cats, and Halloween

In some circles, black cats and Halloween are almost synonymous, and I prefer to refer to October as Black Cat Month, for that reason. Learn more about the mystery of black cats, and their relationship to Halloween, with these articles.

Cats of the World: Cats in Countries Outside North America

Many well-loved cats of the world live outside North America. Though cats in different countries have different life styles, the one thing cats of the world have in common is that they universally love - and are loved by their humans. We honor cats of the world here, to embrace both their differences and their similarities. See submissions

The Cat

Domestication of the cat did not occur overnight. The domestication of the cat evolved over a period of 500 years. We know this from discovered drawings on stone, called ostraca, that depict the cat involved in daily life in ancient Egypt, whether lying around the house or accompanying men on hunts.

"Cats in the Sun," by Hans Silvester

With his stunning photography, Silvester created a "Cat Paradise" which he admits exists only within the pages of this book.

"Cats of Cairo," by Lorraine Chittock

The street cats of Cairo are revered, much as ancient cats were in Egypt. Their stunning beauty, as well as their interaction with Cairo's residents, are magically captured within these page.

Cats Quote of the Day

Start your day with a new cats quotation, served sunny side up, a new one every day.

Cats in Art

Several pages of cats in art throughout history, from Lir d/Ivory cattery.

Famous Artist's Cats

How would Matisse or Gaugin paint his cat? These delightful prints demonstrate a number of fictional Masters' cats. You can also purchase the prints online.

Folklore and Superstition

Glenda Moore has compiled a tidy little list of folklore for your enjoyment.

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