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Cats and Their Allure: What, When, Where and Why


Domesticated cats have been gaining in popularity in the United States. It is projected that by the year 2010 there will be far more cats than dogs. Noted for their independence, cats can also be loving and loyal to their owners. They adjust well to indoor living, take great care in grooming themselves, and are easily trained to use a cat box. Cats, when they're not asleep, are observers. They stare into corners and spend hours sitting in windowsills. They don't bark, they don't whine; they purr. Occasionally, they scold.

Cats are also predatory, and some are very good mousers. In a flourishing society of condominiums and high-rise apartment buildings, many landlords ban dogs and accept cats. One building manager puts it like this: "As long as the cat doesn't wander through the halls and annoy others, I don't see any problem."

Cats, more than any other mammal, exhibit similar attributes and actions, no matter if they are wild or tame. Lions, tigers, leopards, wild cats, panthers, and house cats look similar and act very much alike--they are all predatory, nocturnal, fastidious, and defensive, but the domesticated cat is much smaller than its wild relatives. How did the wild cat first become domesticated, and where did it happen?

Origin of Cats

Looking back to the Late Eocene epoch (43.6 to 36.6 million years ago), it has been discovered that the "cat pattern" was already well established in the evolution of modern mammals. The earliest cats were easily recognizable as the ancestors of present-day felines. Other mammals had not yet evolved into a recognizable form. Typical cats (subfamily Felinae) appeared about 10 million years ago and have changed very little since that time.

The Anatomy of the Cat

Why is it that cats are able to curl up on the narrowest ledges, squeeze under the smallest spaces, or disappear at will when they sense an intrusion. The anatomy of the cat gives it great elasticity. It has a flexible spine and uses its tail and inner ear to maintain balance. Because of its inner-ear balance, it almost always lands on its feet when it falls and can jump from and to great heights without injury. For this reason, the cat is said to have nine lives.

The Historical Background of Cats

The history of the cat lends itself to drama, controversy, heroism, and mysticism on a somewhat uneven road from its domestication around 1500 B.C. to the present. From the moment the dog became domesticated, humans accepted it as a loyal and loving servant of man. The cat, however, has not been so blessed. It has been an icon of worship in ancient Egypt, a rat-catching hero during the plague years in Europe, and labeled a familiar for witches in Puritan America.

While dogs have been trained to assist humans as hunters, guides, companions, and enforcers, cats have no obvious purpose other than their presence in one's life. They're simply not very trainable. Yet, the art of relaxation has been mastered by the cat, and this attribute is assimilated by its human owners. Nursing homes often have a resident cat who is there only to be petted by the residents.

The Cat in Literature and Art

The cat is not as independent as it appears. It wants to be loved and cared for, and the contradictory interaction between humans and cats has been the subject of many children's books, novels, poems, and plays over the years. From fairy tales to Wanda Gäg's classic "Millions of Cats" (1929) to the long-running broadway show "Cats," based on T. S. Elliot's "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" (1939), to "The Marble Cake Cat" (1977) by Marjorie and Carl Allen; from Lewis Carroll's Cheshire Cat in "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" (1865) to B. Kliban's contemporary cartoon cats, the cat has long been a fascinating subject for both children and adults.

Breeds of Cats

Many people believe that the Siamese cat originated in Ancient Egypt, but it actually is from the Far East and thought to be a domestication of the Asian wild cat. The 30 to 40 recognized distinctive breeds of cats can be grouped into two general categories: the long-haired Persian and the domestic shorthair. Most cats, however, unless they are show cats, are mixed breed.

Cats Around the World

In America, cats as pets have long been popular. In most families where there are cats as pets, there is only one, possibly two cats. They're not pack animals and don't adjust well to living on their own outside the home. Stray cats tend to be loners. In other countries, cats are not as pampered as they are in American homes, and are sometimes a source of food.

Marjorie Allen is a free-lance writer/editor, who has had several award-winning books published. She has taught writing and offers initial editing free. Check her website http://marjorienallen.com. Marjorie and her husband spend winters on the Baja Peninsula in Mexico and summers in the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts.


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Experts warn deadly threat to pets is sweeping across the United States  New York Post

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A Psychologist Explains The Appeal Of ‘Pet Parenting’ For Child-Free Couples  Forbes

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Geckos are allowed in Topeka; ostriches aren't. Rules of exotic pets.  The Topeka Capital-Journal

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Common household items deadly to pets  WFLA

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The pet I’ll never forget: Tiggy the serial killer, who ruled the house with naked menace  The Guardian

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Caring for pets under boil water notice  WZZM13.com

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Residents, pets safe after fire starts in Colorado Springs home  KKTV

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All pets (and humans) welcome: Mid-Michigan Pet Expo returns to Flint  MLive.com

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340-Kg Pet Alligator Seized From Home, Used To Swim With Children  NDTV

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Pet of the Week: 2024 pets  WTOP

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2nd Chance Pets: Yvette and Georgette  WNDU

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'Loved and lost': New pet funeral home serves grieving families in Williamsport and surrounding areas  Williamsport Sun-Gazette

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Pet Connection: Museum in Maine documents maritime pets  South Bend Tribune

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Adopt a Pet in Alexandria: Meet Molly  The Zebra

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Special Report: Pets on Meth - Wednesday at 6PM  kuna noticias y kuna radio

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Pets of the Week: March 18, 2024 – Shaw Local  Shaw Local

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Arizona Humane Society sees increased pet surrenders due to high living costs  Arizona's Family

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It Is National Poison Prevention Week; Make Sure Your Pets Are Also Protected  Elmore Autauga News

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Preparing for freezing temps: people, pets, plants, pipes  WBRC

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Pets benefit mental health of owners in the U.S., poll reveals  VeterinaryPracticeNews.com

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How Pet Tech Company Petcube Is Making Pet Parenting More Accessible To Every Human  Forbes

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Flagler Humane Society's Pets of the Week for March 18  Palm Coast Observer and Ormond Beach Observer

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How seasonal allergies impact our pets  WFMJ

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North Springs Veterinary Referral Center is here for your pets 24/7  FOX21News.com

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Pets of the Week - Kitten and Dandelion  City of Arlington

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Mass Immigration Harms Rare Animals, Livestock and even Family Pets | FAIRUS.org  Federation for American Immigration Reform

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Live learning for your clients: Pets and mental health  American Veterinary Medical Association

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Even Pets Need News  CapeGazette.com

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Mom charged after son’s pets found dead in Newton Township  WKBN.com

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Protecting Your Pet: Essential Tips for National Poison Prevention Week -  BladenOnline.com

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WNCT.com’s Best of Pets: King  WNCT

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East Bay pets of the week for March 22  East Bay Times

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Maker of pet treats will invest $85 million in Nash County  WRAL News

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Paws for Charity at Hope For Life Rescue saving pets like Winter the cat  13newsnow.com WVEC

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Pets in proposal pics could win you $1,000! | Lifestyle | koamnewsnow.com  KoamNewsNow.com

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Woman asks Wrangell to certify people who can euthanize pets  Alaska Public Media News

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Desert Cat Rescue Cat of the Week | Pets | eacourier.com  Eastern Arizona Courier

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Pet of the Week: Sashola  Fox 10 News

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Pets of the Week - ClarksvilleNow.com  Clarksville Now

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Spring Hill Fire Department Commended for Saving Pets During Apartment Fire  Maury County Source

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Many plants can be toxic to pets. Read this list before starting your spring gardening.  NOLA.com

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Will The Eclipse Have A Big Affect On El Paso Pets?  krod.com

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The Best Pet Insurance for Older Dogs 2024  MarketWatch

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Putnam County mobile home catches on fire, killing pets inside  WOWK 13 News

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HSSM receives grant from PetSmart charities to help more adoptable pets find families in Harrison County  WXXV News 25

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Huge Amazon Blink camera discount that's perfect for watching your pets  LADbible

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Spartanburg veterinarians offer urgent care option for pet owners  WYFF4 Greenville

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Pets of the Week | Featured Content | suncoastnews.com  Suncoast News

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Pets of the Week | Featured Content | suncoastnews.com  Suncoast News

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Pet of the week: Meet Angel  KEVN

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Exotic pet surrender event coming Saturday | Local News | channel3000.com  Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3

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Resdients protest against new pet store  Times-News

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Standard Journal Pets of the Week for the Wednesday, March 20, 2024 edition  Northwest Georgia News

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'Help keep their pets': Niagara SPCA opens new grooming salon 'Oh My Fur'  WKBW 7 News Buffalo

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Driftless Humane Society Pets of the Week  La Crosse Tribune

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Pet Owners Warned to Watch for Concerning Behavior  Newsweek

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Midlands Humane Society weekly pet adoption column  The Daily Nonpareil

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State bill aims to stop puppy mills from selling to pet stores  Toledo Blade

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Cat Fakes 'Broken Paw' to Get Attention Like a True Diva  Parade Pets

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21 Pet Products To Help With Spring-Induced Problems  BuzzFeed

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Paws & Pals: 4 dogs up for adoption at Posh Pets Rescue  News 12 Long Island

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PHOTOS: Gwinnett Animal Shelter Adoptable Pets of the Week — March 18  Gwinnettdailypost.com

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Pet Care in Spring: Essential Tips  Healthnews.com

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Pets or Pests? How Australia Tackles its Two Cat Populations  The New York Times

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Pets of the Week: Bella and Snowbrush both like their naps  MLive.com

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New Mexico Living Pet Pics Monday, March 18  KRQE News 13

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Pets of the Week | Online Features | tampabeacon.com  Tampa Beacon

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Calif. pet sitter gets max sentence for systematic killing of family's pets  SFGATE

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Cherished FurEver Pet Crematory Fulfilling Community Needs With Compassionate Care  The Chattanoogan

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‘America’s Favorite Pet’? This Hawaii pup needs your vote to clinch the title  Hawaii News Now

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Are Essential Oils Safe for Pets? | Wirecutter  The New York Times

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KCBD's Pet of the Day: Meet Levi  KCBD

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Male & Female AKC Registered Yorkies puppies Free to a  Citizentribune

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Parasite fatal to dogs found in CA along river. See symptoms  Sacramento Bee

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The District Vet: What is It A Pet Emergency?  Hill Rag

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Pets of the Week | Pets of the Week  Index-Journal

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It's Illegal To Have This Dog Breed As A Pet In Illinois  B100

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Police take away man's 750-pound pet alligator  Deseret News

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Scranton's Electric City Reptile Expo introduces community to world of unique pets  fox56.com

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CHA Pet of the Week: Shiner | Local News | azdailysun.com  Arizona Daily Sun

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4 pet food trends I'll be tracking at Global Pet Expo 2024  PetfoodIndustry.com

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Common domestic pets in Australia responsible for 53% of injury hospitalizations in 2021–22  News-Medical.Net

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PetSmart Charities Teams Up with Hill's Pet Nutrition for National Adoption Week, Celebrating 30 Years of Pet Adoptions  PR Newswire

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Petsmart’s Arcadia Trail Collection Empowers Pet Parents + Pets To explore With Confidence  SGB Media

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Pet of the Week: Frack, a Great Dane  WKRG News 5

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Pet benefits new employee benefit trend | EBA  Employee Benefit News

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Pets only, no pinching these dogs on St. Patrick’s Day in Denver  FOX 31 Denver

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Pet of the Day: Cleveland | Pet of the Day | nbcrightnow.com  NBC Right Now

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Colorado man was killed by venom from his pet Gila monster, autopsy finds  NBC News

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More puppies stolen from Thornton pet store  FOX 31 Denver

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Pet of the week: Meet Angel  KEVN

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SOUL animal rescue works to give pets a second chance  FOX 10 News Phoenix

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Scammers Targeting Owners Of Lost Pets, Claiming To Be Escambia Shelter  NorthEscambia.com

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'Petflation' slows, but numbers remain high  PetfoodIndustry.com

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