Low-maintenance and super laid back, the American Shorthair is independent and able to be left alone but equally happy when their humans return. Highly flexible and adaptable, they cope brilliantly ...

"A cat or kitten can be a wonderful addition to a family," according to Vicki Jo Harrison, president of the International Cat Association. For children, cats can be great companions and good teachers.

Children should understand that cats, like humans, value their personal space. It’s crucial to teach them to recognize when a cat needs their alone time or wants to retreat to their safe space, such ...

Anytime I hear someone say that cats aren't affectionate or don't care about their human families, that just tells me that they probably haven't had a pet cat before. The average cat might not be as ...

Witnessing a child meet the new family cat can be an exciting, photo-worthy moment that sets the stage for a deep, long-lasting bond between the two. In order for it to be safe and joyful, though, you ...

Parents of a child with autism might wonder if a pet cat would be a good fit for the family. Now, research suggests both children with autism and cats benefit when a feline joins the household.

Cats are an integral part of society, providing meme-able content and blessing our TikTok pages every so often. But our fascination with cats doing cute things is nothing new. An antique book found by ...

Northeast Florida animal shelters feature a variety of dogs and cats available for adoptions. Here are eight this week.

A hunting contest in rural New Zealand where children were to compete to kill the greatest number of feral cats for a cash prize has been canceled after a backlash from animal rights organizations.