Maine Coon vs. normal cat – what makes a Maine coon cat different? If you’re trying to imagine the sheer contrast between a Maine Coon cat and a typical cat, there are quite a few differences to take into account. For one, the Maine Coon’s features and size compared to an average cat is quite …

By: Author Amanda OBrien For years, people have asked whether Maine Coons and Norwegian Forest Cats are related. Some say yes — the Maine Coon may descend, at least in part, from its semi-long-haired cousin — though the full picture isn’t entirely clear-cut. With how similar their character traits can look on the surface, it’s …

In the world of cats, tuxedo is a color marking rather than a particular tuxedo cat breed. However, some breeds can be considered tuxedo cat breeds as they have this pattern more often than others. Alas, there are no cat breeds that are exclusively black and white. This means there are many different types of …

Remember Garfield? This 1980s cartoon cat was beloved around the world for his sarcastic sense of humor, his running feud with poor Odie, and his exasperated owner, Jon. But is there an actual Garfield cat breed? Not exactly — Garfield was drawn as a Persian ginger tabby, and “ginger tabby” is a coat pattern and …

How gorgeous are cats with big ears? Big-eyed cats tug on our heartstrings as we are hardwired to feel affectionate towards creatures with large eyes – and the same appears to hold true when it comes to big ear cat breeds. Cat ears can be extremely cute as they are often very soft on the …

Let’s face it – cats are inherently cool. The Urban Dictionary defines cool as “being yourself and not caring how other people view you say or do.” I would say this is a characteristic that cats embody. I can’t imagine my cat Alexei being anyone but himself! And there are many more examples of cool …

Although we always seem to hear about black cats the most, grey is a very common cat coat color. Grey is often called blue in the world of kitties. Cats come in solid shades of grey and grey patterns for tabbies. Many popular cat breeds have grey as an option and there are three exclusively …

Small cat breeds are some of the most adorable felines you’ll come across. From the American Curl to the Singapura, you’ll love these 12 miniature cats.

When humans bite their nails, it’s usually dismissed as a nervous tick or a bad habit. At worst, it is thought of as impolite or unhygienic. Why do cats bite their nails? While it’s generally considered normal, it can sometimes cause concern for reasons we’ll discuss below. Grooming your cat is quite the process, thankfully, …

We all love our adorable felines — from their purrfect little stares to their rough, bristled tongues that lick us as though we’re a tasty snack. But what does it mean when a cat licks you? It’s a common question that many parents think about. Many assume kitties lick them as a sure sign of …