CATS

Oregon Man Wants to Be the First Person to Launch His Cat’s Cremains Into Space

Pikachu, may he rest in peace, will be given quite the send-off when his ashes are blasted into Earth's orbit aboard a Celestis rocket.

5 Ways You Can Support Your Local Animal Shelters

Whether or not you're ready to commit to adding a new member to your family, there are plenty of ways to support shelters on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.

Aspiring Eagle Scout Is Turning Old Fire Hoses Into Hammocks for Big Cats

For his Eagle Scout project, 11-year-old Payton Crawford is weaving hammocks by hand for the big cats at a Colorado wildlife sanctuary.

Surprise! Dog Owners Are Twice as Happy as Cat Parents, According to Recent Survey

"Are you a cat or a dog person?" is a common ice-breaker. As it turns out, there might actually be meaningful differences between the two groups of pet parents.

The Most Talked-About Cat and Dog Breeds in Each State

Are golden retrievers, corgis, or German shepherds the most popular dog breed in America? As it turns out, the answer is none of the above.

These Heated Plush Toys Are Designed to Soothe Anxious Pets

The Snuggle Puppy comes with a heat pack and a beating heart, so your pet can feel comforted even when they're home alone.

You can train your cat to play fetch—really.

How to Teach Your Cat to Play Fetch

It might take some time and effort (and treats), but many cats can be trained to retrieve objects. Here's what you need to know.

Do Cats Understand Their Own Name?

Cats are undeniably smart, but do they have an understanding of their own identity? Researchers in Tokyo may have found the answer.

The 10 Most Popular Game of Thrones-Related Pet Names

Though Drogon didn't make the final cut, there are a whopping 64 percent more puppers walking around with that moniker today than there were last year.

Solved: The Mystery of Why Garfield Phones Were Washing Ashore in France for 35 Years

Since the 1980s, novelty phones in the shape of the comic strip character Garfield have mysteriously been washing ashore in France. Now we know why.

A Boston Shelter is Looking to Adopt Dog and Cat 'Best Friends' As a Pair

A Chihuahua named Leila and a tabby named Kitty are in search of a new home after their previous owners relocated. The catch? They can't be separated.

Indulge Your Kitty's Love of Boxes With This Modular Cardboard Cat Home

Instead of leaving out old packaging for your cat to play with, build them a modular, cardboard system that looks beautiful in your home.

This Hawaii Cat Sanctuary Is Home to More Than 600 Kitties

Want to hang out with hundreds of cats in paradise? Head to the Lanai Cat Sanctuary on one of Hawaii's smallest islands.

Choupette, Karl Lagerfeld’s Beloved Cat, Will Inherit Part of the Late Designer’s Fortune

Choupette has led a life of luxury, thanks to her two personal maids, chef, and bodyguard. And she just got a little richer.

11 Lesser-Known Animal Phobias

He’s dealt with elaborate booby traps, KGB agents, and a face-melting artifact, but to Indiana Jones, nothing’s more unsettling than snakes. Lots of people can relate.