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Playtime Helps Relieve Holiday Stress in Cats

Learn about why holidays can stress cats and ways to help, including play.

Are You Owned by a Cat?

Is your cat the boss of you? Find out the signs that let you know you're owned by a cat.

Cat-Inspired New Year's Resolutions

Model yourself after some of your cat's best traits when considering your New Year's resolutions this year.

Irish Cat Names

Find a list of Irish names that can be used as-is or modified for maximum feline fabulousness.

Are Laser Pointers Good Cat Toys?

If you use a laser pointer to play with your cat, you may wish to learn the best practices for doing so. Cats need to catch their prey sometimes.

Clever DIY Cat Toys

Cat toys are part of providing good healthcare to your indoor cat. Cat toys can be fun and inexpensive to make at home.

How to Play With Your Cat- Part One

For a cat, playing is much more than filling up leisure time. During waking hours, few activities are as important to a cat as engaging in play. In short, the more you know about cats' playing styles and preferences, the better it is for kitty. This article kicks off a major series that takes a comprehensive look at one of the most fun, fascinating, and essential aspects of catdom.

How to Play With Your Cat- Part Two

In part 2 of our series on play, we present some hints on becoming a cat play expert—with one cat or several at a time, if you have the good fortune of living in a multiple feline household.

Interactive Playing with Wand Toys

Tips on how to play with your cat with interactive wand toys.

How to Keep Playtime Fun for Your Cat

Learn how to keep play fresh and fun for a cat that has become bored with their toys.

Keeping Your Cat Active While You're Away

Tips on how to keep a cat in an empty house comfy while sleeping, and safe, active, amused, and entertained while up and about.

Cat Chin-Scratching Station

All cats seem to love a good chin scratch but we're not always available to aid them. Learn how to make a quick and easy "chin-scratching station" for your cat in this article.

Kittens Play in Glass Bowl: VIDEO

Funny cat video of kittens playing in and around a glass bowl will have you smiling in no time.

Adorable Kittys’ Reactions to Their Mirror Images: VIDEO

This cute cat video shows multiple cats reacting to seeing themselves in the mirror, some for the first time.

Cat Can Drink From Water Cooler: VIDEO

Watch this smart and funny cat learn to use the water cooler.

Tiny Kitten Finds Roar: VIDEO

Watch this adorable baby kitten discover whether she has a roar or a squeak.

Kitten Mimics Mommy Bathing: VIDEO

This cute cat video shows a sweet kitten watching mom take a bath and mimicking what she does.

Cat Impersonates Elephant: VIDEO

Try not smiling when you see this cute video of a cat’s rear end impersonating an elephant’s head.

Cat Treats Can't Hide: VIDEO

Smart kitty climbs the unclimbable to get some food.

Funny Cats Sleeping in Odd Positions: VIDEO

Cats are kings and queens of sleeping. Watch them sleep in some pretty funny positions.

Cats Say Thank You for All Moms Do: VIDEO

Cats and their human moms have a special bond. The cats in this video want to say “Happy Mother’s Day” to theirs.

Super Cute Cats Bathing Each Other: VIDEO

Cats aren’t always big fans of being bathed. In this sweet cat video, two funny cats take bathing into their own paws.

Cats Give Humans Hugs: VIDEO

Cats give their humans amazing hugs in this sweet cat video.

Devon Rex Cat Does Tricks Like a Dog: VIDEO

Devon rex cats love to play and will even learn tricks that most people associate with dogs. Watch this one fetch and shake.

Don’t Stop Petting Me! : VIDEO

The cat in this video was feral but now she loves being petted by her human.

Cats and Kittens Hugging: VIDEO

Watch a cat video of cats and kittens hugging each other. It's hard to feel sad while watching cats hug each other.

Smart Cat Plays Shell Game: VIDEO

This amazingly smart cat knows how to play the shell game! Watch this cute cat video to see how she does.

Sweet Kitty Pets His Human Back: VIDEO

If you’re a cat and you want your human to pet you, the best thing to do might be to show him what you want. Watch this cute cat video of a cat petting his human.

Kittens Have New Year’s Resolutions, Too! : VIDEO

Kittens can have New Year’s resolutions, just like humans; they’re just cuter while carrying them out.

Kitty Steals Christmas Stocking: VIDEO

Watch as an industrious kitten steals his human’s Christmas stocking.

Watch Your Thanksgiving Turkey: VIDEO

Keep an eye on your Thanksgiving turkey this year. Otherwise, you may be left with something not nearly as yummy.

Tiny Kitten Is Surprised At Being Tickled: VIDEO

This sweet kitten opens his arms and asks for more tickling. Adorable look of surprise will have you smiling.

Cat Chooses And Puts On Halloween Costume: VIDEO

Watch this cat put the Halloween costume on and transform into a bunny!

Cats Help Prepare for Halloween: VIDEO

Watch two sweet kitties do everything they can to help their humans get ready for Halloween.

Cats Stalking Humans: VIDEO

Funny cat videos show adorable ninja cats that think they’re being sneaky at stalking people.

Cute Cat Chatters at Birds: VIDEO

This cat is chattering away at a bird outside.

Give Me My Bed!: VIDEO

This cat has found the best way to cause a puppy frustration. Steal the pup’s bed and refuse to move! An adorable video of a dog and cat interacting.

Cats Playing Patty-Cake: VIDEO

If you've ever wondered what your cat's thinking, you can get a glimpse in this voiced-over video of cats playing patty-cake.

Cute Cats and Boxes: VIDEO

Some of the cutest kitties on the internet, playing in boxes. This video is sure to brighten the day of any cat-lover.

Big Cats Love Boxes Too! VIDEO

Take a look at this video of big cats exploring and enjoying boxes, just like little cats do.

Kitty Playing with a Plastic Easter Egg: VIDEO

This sweet kitty really wants the Easter egg. How can she get it?

Big Cats Playing with Toys: VIDEO

Watch big cats at play, and see what kind of toys they love.

Cats Can Learn Tricks, Too!: VIDEO

Watch this cute, sweet kitty sit up and beg!

Siamese Kittens Are Smart and Curious: VIDEO

Siamese cats love to talk and are curious and smart. This video illustrates how Siamese kittens can learn to open cupboards!

Cat Trapped in Litter Box by Frisky Kitten: VIDEO

Your cat may develop inappropriate urination if he or she is harassed by another cat, dog, or child while using the litter box. Watch a cute, charming version of harassment in this sweet video.

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