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      [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...
      To those who have lost a beloved cat to pet loss—5 cat books that will heal your “wounded heart” To those who have lost a beloved cat to pet loss—5 cat books that will heal your “wounded heart” Many cat-themed books have a gentle, heartwarming style that soothes the soul. However, after pet loss, that very gentleness can sometimes feel painful. Therefore, this time I will introduce 5 cat books that I recommend after pet loss. I hope you will pick them up...
      Is it true that cats worry about their owners when they're bathing? We tested their reactions to "pretend drowning." Is it true that cats worry about their owners when they're bathing? We tested their reactions to "pretend drowning." You often hear the theory that cats dislike water, so they watch over their owners in the bathroom or in front of it when they're bathing. But what do cats really think? I've always wondered about this, so I decided to do an experiment! I...
      Children who drastically changed after their parents' divorce—Until I, a cat lover, was accepted as "family" by my beloved cat Children who drastically changed after their parents' divorce—Until I, a cat lover, was accepted as "family" by my beloved cat The moment a human welcomes a cat into their home, they feel like they've become family. However, it often takes a long and winding road for the cat to truly recognize their owner as family. My three beloved cats also seemed to have various struggles...
      "Even their ways of being scared are unique." Each of my cats had a drastically different reaction at the vet. "Even their ways of being scared are unique." Each of my cats had a drastically different reaction at the vet. Many cats dislike vet visits. On the way out of the house or during the journey to the animal hospital, our feline overlords sometimes display unique forms of resistance. This time, I'll be introducing the diverse ways my beloved cats rebel.
      Even if something happens to me… I seriously considered "end-of-life planning" and "preparations" for my cat, starting today. Even if something happens to me… I seriously considered "end-of-life planning" and "preparations" for my cat, starting today. Most pet owners embrace a new life with the firm resolution that it is their mission to care for their beloved cat until the very end. However, there is always the possibility of unforeseen events such as disasters or accidents. What can we do now...
      Someone brave enough to stick their hand in the curry... My three cats' personalities really shine through when they're after "human food." Someone brave enough to stick their hand in the curry... My three cats' personalities really shine through when they're after "human food." It's a common cat owner experience: you look away for a moment, and your cat has stolen human food. In such situations, you're not only flustered but also surprised by your beloved cat's unexpected tastes. My three cats at home also have diverse food preferences....
      "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...
      "It's okay to live on, even with the wound of pet loss." A book that brought me to tears after losing my beloved cat. "It's okay to live on, even with the wound of pet loss." A book that brought me to tears after losing my beloved cat. How can I express this pain of not having my beloved companion? The hole left by losing them never seems to close. Many people experience such struggles after pet loss. A book that gently accompanies these feelings is "What People Who Loved Their Pets Said...
      [Heartwarming] 5 Changed Behaviors of Beloved Cat After Discharging From Hospital Following Tumor Removal Surgery [Heartwarming] 5 Changed Behaviors of Beloved Cat After Discharging From Hospital Following Tumor Removal Surgery After overcoming an illness or a critical situation, you may observe your beloved cat exhibiting behaviors that suggest a deeper bond. In my case, after my cat Jiji faced a life-threatening situation, she began to display different behaviors, which filled me with deep emotion as...
      The day I thought, "A cat is a bond," I was able to accept a life without children. The day I thought, "A cat is a bond," I was able to accept a life without children. It's often said that children act as a bond between a married couple, and the same can be said for beloved cats. My husband and I chose a "child-free life" due to various circumstances, but I feel that our beloved cats have deepened our marital...
      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....
      [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...
      "Because I don't want to have any regrets until the very end..." "Preparing for goodbye" you should do during your beloved cat's final illness "Because I don't want to have any regrets until the very end..." "Preparing for goodbye" you should do during your beloved cat's final illness When a beloved cat becomes ill and you know their time is short, owners often reconsider "how they spend their time together now." At such times, the heart inevitably thinks, "I don't want to think about life after my cat is gone..." However, by thinking...
      I don't want the day to come when I can't touch them... How to deal with the "fear of saying goodbye" before pet loss I don't want the day to come when I can't touch them... How to deal with the "fear of saying goodbye" before pet loss When you realize that your beloved cat doesn't have much longer to live, the thought "I'm scared of the day we part" inevitably wells up. Indeed, during my cat's illness, I felt the same way, and no matter how many times I imagined a "life...
      5 things you said to your cat that you regret! What were the "forbidden words" that owners apologized for that day? 5 things you said to your cat that you regret! What were the "forbidden words" that owners apologized for that day? I wish I hadn't said that... Pet owners are living beings with emotions, so it's natural to have such regrets while living with cats. This time, I'll share words I regretted saying to my beloved cat.
      "No Blending In with Other Cats Here": A Vet's Story About Falling for a Unique Tortoiseshell Cat ~The Unrequited Love Edition~ "No Blending In with Other Cats Here": A Vet's Story About Falling for a Unique Tortoiseshell Cat ~The Unrequited Love Edition~ "Unique cats" have a special charm that captures people's hearts. My tortoiseshell cat, Gigi, is one of them. This time, I'd like to share a unique episode with a male veterinarian who was captivated (perhaps?) by Gigi. Please enjoy Gigi's laid-back attitude, as she completely...
      The weaklings' battle begins! Giji the cat's daily life, taking on a "sticky note" and carrying a "bathmat" The weaklings' battle begins! Giji the cat's daily life, taking on a "sticky note" and carrying a "bathmat" Cats have a talent for turning even the most unlikely objects into toys they feel compelled to battle. This time, I've compiled a list of unexpected items my slow-witted cat, Jiji, has challenged. Please, have a good laugh.
      Do cats understand "themselves"? Differences in self-recognition between humans and cats from a developmental psychology perspective Do cats understand "themselves"? Differences in self-recognition between humans and cats from a developmental psychology perspective At 36, I became a university student, studying psychology. While learning about developmental psychology, I became fascinated by the difference between humans, who can recognize themselves in a mirror, and cats, who, despite not identifying themselves in a mirror, seem to distinguish between themselves and...
      What "present" did an owner give their beloved cat on its last birthday after it was diagnosed with a terminal illness? What "present" did an owner give their beloved cat on its last birthday after it was diagnosed with a terminal illness? A cat's birthday is a special day for its owner. Cat owners sometimes have an "unforgettable cat birthday." For me, that was the last birthday my beloved cat, Gigi, celebrated. "Perhaps this will be her last birthday." When that thought crossed my mind, I was...
      "Does she think he's a junior cat?" The amusing behavior of the youngest cat, who only worries about her husband. "Does she think he's a junior cat?" The amusing behavior of the youngest cat, who only worries about her husband. Cats may seem independent, but they often care for family members who joined the household after them. Our youngest cat seems endlessly worried about my husband, who was the last to join our family. She shows many behaviors in her daily life that demonstrate her...
      "Cats don't meow as much as you'd think." The reality of owning a cat, different from the "ideal" shared by multi-cat owners "Cats don't meow as much as you'd think." The reality of owning a cat, different from the "ideal" shared by multi-cat owners When you start living with cats, you often find yourself surprised by how different it is from what you expected. In this article, I'll share the gap between the ideal and reality of cat life, based on my experience living with three cats.
      Serious Consideration! Is a cat's "stepping on you" an "expression of affection" or just "passing through"? Serious Consideration! Is a cat's "stepping on you" an "expression of affection" or just "passing through"? For cat owners, it's a common experience to have their beloved feline step on them while they're sleeping. The moment we feel our cat's weight is a blissful one for us, their humble servants. Being "stepped on" by our cat might seem like a "mere...
      No walks with a cat collar! Here's why. No walks with a cat collar! Here's why. It's dangerous to walk your cat on a leash attached to a cat collar! Cat collars are for preventing your cat from getting lost or escaping, not for walks. We'll explain in detail why you can't walk a cat with a cat collar and what...