April is a busy month for a poetry-loving feline like me. There’s poetry in the air, haikus on the breeze, and stories curled up in cozy corners just waiting to be read. This month, we’re celebrating National Poetry Month, International Haiku Poetry Day, and National Library Week—which is basically a three-layer nap of everything I…
Special Days
Paws, Pomp, and Purring: Celebrating Russian Cat Day
On March 1st, Russia celebrates something truly noble, deeply refined, and unquestionably deserving of a holiday: Cats. Yes, that’s right. In Russia, National Cat Day is real—and frankly, it makes me wonder why this isn’t a global holiday yet. But I digress. Today, we honor our Russian cousins and their long history of feline reverence….
A Serious Mewsage: Why Spay and Neuter Matters
I like to joke. I like to be dramatic. I even like to pretend that the world revolves around me (because, let’s face it—it kind of does). But today, I’m putting aside my usual sass, fluffing up my tail, and speaking from the heart. Because this is serious. Today is World Spay Day, and that…
Celebrating Cat Day in Japan: A Purr-fectly Unique Tradition
Konnichiwa, cat lovers! Tyson here, your whiskered correspondent with a tale (and tail) about a very special day for us felines. Every year on February 22nd, Japan celebrates Cat Day—or Neko no Hi—a day dedicated to honoring cats and our cherished role in Japanese culture. It’s a meow-mentous occasion, so let’s dive into the pawsome…
Love Your Pet Day: Finally, a Holiday That Makes Sense
There are many holidays humans celebrate that leave me… confused.Talk Like a Pirate Day? No thank you.National Bean Day? Vaguely insulting.Take Your Dog to Work Day? Utter madness. But then—finally—a holiday with some actual value. Love Your Pet Day. A whole day where humans are reminded to appreciate their furry (or feathery, or scaly) companions?…
Purring Towards Better Health: National Cat Health Month
February is National Cat Health Month, which means it’s time to talk about the most important subject in the universe: me. Well, us—cats in general. But mostly me. Because I am, of course, a shining example of good health, excellent grooming, and the ability to be a little dramatic at the vet’s office. (They say…
Ring in the Mew Year: Cats and New Year Traditions Around the World
Hello, furriends! Tyson here, your favorite black cat with a nose for curiosity and a knack for asking the big questions. As the clock ticks toward a brand-new year, I’ve been scratching around to uncover how us fabulous felines fit into New Year’s celebrations around the world. Spoiler alert: cats have a way of bringing…