Genetics of randomly bred cats support Fertile Crescent origin of domestic cats
Cat domestication likely initiated as a symbiotic relationship between wildcats (Felis silvestris subspecies) and the peoples of developing agrarian societies in the Fertile Crescent. As humans transitioned from hunter-gatherers to farmers ~12,000 years ago, bold wildcats likely capitalized on increased
The history of the domestic cat in Central Europe
The Five thousand years of history of domestic cat in Central Europe project The last two decades have fundamentally changed our understanding of cat domestication, primarily due to advances in palaeogenetic methods. Analyses of archaeological and modern felids have revealed the Near
Episode #24 of “The Four Legged Life”
Episode #24 of "The Four Legged Life" Janice Cobb is an adjunct professor on a mission to save pets. This drive has led her to create Save My Pet ID Tag company. The site creates keychains, bracelets and pendants containing
Saving pets with style with Janice Cobb
Ever wonder what would happen to your pet if the unimaginable happened? Every year, thousands of dogs, cats, and other pets are left home alone and afraid, to starve when their pet owners aren't able to make it home
18 Quotes for Cat-Lovers
Around 8,000 years ago, cats started hanging around at farming communities, mainly to feed off mice and rats that were attracted to the crops. Cats being cats, at first they weren’t too bothered about the nearby humans. The humans, however,
Are cats domesticated?
The cat does not offer services,” William Burroughs wrote. “The cat offers itself.” But it does so with unapologetic ambivalence. Greet a cat enthusiastically, and it might respond with nothing more than a few slow blinks. Later, as you’re trying
Pet Disaster Preparedness: What You Need to Know
The month of June is National Pet Preparedness Month, which means it’s the ideal time to think about ways you can be ready in the event of a natural disaster. Keep reading as we discuss what you need to know as a
Why Does Your Cat Want You to Watch Her Eat? Let’s Talk Affection Eating in Cats
Ever wondered: “Why does my cat want me to watch her eat” or “Why does my cat like to be pet while eating?” Welcome to affection eating — also known as attention eating— which can help you bond with your cat. It can even save
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