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      What is the cat "petting map" everyone's talking about on social media? Make one and double your affection! What is the cat "petting map" everyone's talking about on social media? Make one and double your affection! The "petting map" for cats, a trending topic on social media, is a diagram showing where your beloved cat likes to be touched and, conversely, where they get angry if touched. Many cat owners seem to be creating petting maps for their cats. We'll explain...
      Too intense, even for your cat? A cat fanatic recommends alternative ways to bond with your cat besides the "cat sniff." Too intense, even for your cat? A cat fanatic recommends alternative ways to bond with your cat besides the "cat sniff." When you start living with cats, you often find yourself surprised by things that are "not what I expected...!" In this article, I, a multiple cat owner living with three cats, will share the ideals and realities of cat life that I have experienced.
      How to cope with pet loss after the death of your beloved cat How to cope with pet loss after the death of your beloved cat Many pet owners find the death of their beloved cat to be unbearable. In some cases, pet loss can become severe, leading to prolonged physical and mental health issues such as fatigue, helplessness, and dizziness. This article will explore the causes and symptoms of pet...
      What if Your Cat Could Talk? A Serious Look at Whether Cats and Humans Could "Truly Get Along" What if Your Cat Could Talk? A Serious Look at Whether Cats and Humans Could "Truly Get Along" I wish I could speak the same language as my beloved cat... I'm sure many cat owners have thought this. But if we really could speak the same language, would we humans be able to deepen our bond with our cats even more? This time,...
      Does it no longer resemble its original form? "Cat lover common experiences": how the way you call your beloved cat changes as you live together Does it no longer resemble its original form? "Cat lover common experiences": how the way you call your beloved cat changes as you live together It's a common cat owner experience for a beloved cat's name to change repeatedly due to overwhelming affection. When you hear a name and think, "How did it end up like that?", it often reflects the owner's particularities or deep love. In my household, our...
      "Tortoiseshell cats are sociable, orange tabbies are easygoing"... The problem with "personality traits by coat color" whispered about online not applying to "my cat" "Tortoiseshell cats are sociable, orange tabbies are easygoing"... The problem with "personality traits by coat color" whispered about online not applying to "my cat" Online, there are descriptions of cats' personality traits based on their coat color, such as calico cats being gentle and black cats being affectionate. However, these descriptions of coat color characteristics may not always be accurate. This time, based on their usual behavior, I've considered...
      [Pet Loss Experience] Words you want to tell yourself on nights when "I could have done more" regrets don't stop [Pet Loss Experience] Words you want to tell yourself on nights when "I could have done more" regrets don't stop I should have been able to do more... After losing a beloved cat, it's common for such regrets to surface and for people to blame themselves. I myself spent countless nights in tears, unable to stop asking "why" and "how." This time, recalling the words...
      What to do on the first anniversary of a cat's death? A record of an owner who cherished their beloved cat with bone ashes rings and letters What to do on the first anniversary of a cat's death? A record of an owner who cherished their beloved cat with bone ashes rings and letters For pet owners, the "first anniversary" since losing their beloved cat is a significant milestone. What kind of memorial service should I hold? How can I spend the day without regrets? These are questions with no right answer that can swirl around in one's head....
      "I don't need to be the lead" Why a cat writer didn't become a cat YouTuber "I don't need to be the lead" Why a cat writer didn't become a cat YouTuber While cat YouTubers are now a red ocean, I believe there was still room for new creators in the video streaming world before the pandemic. However, for various reasons, I chose not to go down that path. This time, I want to write about why...
      [True Experience] How does the pain of pet loss change over time? My "real feelings" six months after my beloved cat passed away [True Experience] How does the pain of pet loss change over time? My "real feelings" six months after my beloved cat passed away The most effective remedy for pet loss is the passage of time—or so the saying goes. But when I first lost my beloved cat, I was skeptical. I couldn't imagine that the gaping cat-shaped hole in my heart could be filled by time alone. This...
      The Never-Ending Regret and Guilt of Losing a Beloved Cat: How One Owner Found Freedom from Self-Loathing The Never-Ending Regret and Guilt of Losing a Beloved Cat: How One Owner Found Freedom from Self-Loathing “I made the best choice”—even if you tell yourself that, you’re bound to be overcome with intense self-loathing when you couldn’t save your beloved cat’s life. Some people spend their days in tears, questioning whether the path they chose was truly the right one. How...
      How to Comfort Someone Grieving the Loss of a Pet? Top 5 Ways to Console and Encourage, from Someone Who Lost Their Beloved Cat How to Comfort Someone Grieving the Loss of a Pet? Top 5 Ways to Console and Encourage, from Someone Who Lost Their Beloved Cat When someone close to you experiences pet loss, those around them may struggle with what to say. The pain of losing a pet is something only the person experiencing it can truly understand. It's not uncommon for well-intentioned words to unintentionally cause further hurt, leading...
      I don't want it to end with "pet loss"—The dream my late cat gave me at 36 I don't want it to end with "pet loss"—The dream my late cat gave me at 36 Why is care for the pain of losing animal family members still so inadequate? This question, which has lingered since I lost my beloved cat, continued to weigh heavily on my heart. As I lived with this frustration, I began to harbor "a certain dream"......
      Playing kitten meows on YouTube… Did my cat really attack!? Their "full-on personality" reaction is hilarious Playing kitten meows on YouTube… Did my cat really attack!? Their "full-on personality" reaction is hilarious Cats may seem cool, but living with them has made me realize they're far more jealous creatures than humans imagine. I especially feel this when I'm watching kitten videos on YouTube. As their humble servant, I can't help but chuckle mischievously at the unique ways...
      [Summer Tradition] Seeking advice on how to mentally care for a cat who is a "dragger" and traumatized by fireworks [Summer Tradition] Seeking advice on how to mentally care for a cat who is a "dragger" and traumatized by fireworks When your beloved cat enters "alert mode" after hearing a loud noise, what kind of mental care can an owner provide? This question arises when seeing a cat scared by the sound of fireworks. Let's explore together mental care strategies that can help a cat...
      [Written by a Veterinarian] 5 Habits to Prevent Dementia in Senior Cats and Key Points for Early Detection [Written by a Veterinarian] 5 Habits to Prevent Dementia in Senior Cats and Key Points for Early Detection Dementia can also affect older cats. Before symptoms like nocturnal crying and wandering appear, prevention and daily care are essential. In this article, a veterinarian clearly explains lifestyle habits to prevent dementia, how to recognize signs, and foods and supplements that protect brain health.
      Going to buy ice with an empty body…the “real situation & feelings” on the day my beloved cat passed away Going to buy ice with an empty body…the “real situation & feelings” on the day my beloved cat passed away Animals are not just pets; they are family members. While this understanding is becoming more widespread, the pain of "pet loss" is often not well understood and can be difficult for those who haven't lived with animals to imagine. So, this time, I will share...
      Preventing the birth of lives that would be culled. Sakura Neko Free Spay/Neuter to End Tragedy 【Doubutsu Kikin】 Preventing the birth of lives that would be culled. Sakura Neko Free Spay/Neuter to End Tragedy 【Doubutsu Kikin】 Have you heard of Sakura Neko? The "Animal Fund" provides free spay/neuter surgeries across Japan with the goal of eliminating the culling of cats. We spoke with Ms. Sagami, the director, about the current state of community cat activities and her thoughts on free spay/neuter...
      I Want to Beat Angiosarcoma! Believing in a 0.1% Miracle: 5 Health & Mental Care Tips I'm Giving My Beloved Cat I Want to Beat Angiosarcoma! Believing in a 0.1% Miracle: 5 Health & Mental Care Tips I'm Giving My Beloved Cat After our beloved cat was diagnosed with angiosarcoma, a rare disease in felines, our household became even more cat-centric. This time, driven by a desire to overcome the illness, I'd like to share the health and mental care methods we've incorporated into our daily lives.
      Like a Pokémon partner… A cat's betrayal: loving her "newbie servant" more than the owner she's been with for 8 years. Like a Pokémon partner… A cat's betrayal: loving her "newbie servant" more than the owner she's been with for 8 years. There are some people in the world who cats just seem to love. My partner is exactly one of those people. My beloved cats, who have been with me for 8-10 years, abandon me to cozy up to him. While I find the sight heartwarming,...