A Rainbow at Night

After a long, exhausting Caturday of playing "chase the red dot", catching up on all the latest feline news with our Caturday Meowgazine, and feeding the beasts that live in our house with a never-ending hunger (our cats), we're pawsitively exhausted by Sunday meowrning. We have the energy to walk from the couch to the fridge, and back again - and that's it! That's why we're declaring that for all of you ultimate kitty connoisseurs out there (the ones who take Caturday seriously), this Sunday is for scrolling only.

No chores, no errands, just you, your phone, your cat snuggled up next to you, and some hilarious feline funnies ready to pass the hours by. Leave all your worries for Meownday because today is for you to rest, recharge, and boost your mood for the coming week. Below, you'll find purrfectly silly cattos, memes aplenty, and all the feline goodness that comes with the 'I Can Has Cheezburger' brand - AKA, cats being their most catlike selves with wholesome vibes and plenty of chaos. Get comfy, because you've got a lot of scrolling to do!

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We love our cats. Like a lot. And when we leave our cats, we worry about them. Also a lot. That is why it is so important to find good cat sitters, to have someone in your corner who you trust not only with your cat but also with your house. It's important to have someone who will communicate well, keep you updated, send you pics and tell you what it happening. And that is what this cat owner thought they were missing with their sitter - the clarity in communication. 

See, the cat sitter ate some of their cheese and also let the cat and dog of the family get to it. And yes, that could be a problem, especially if one of the pets has a negative reaction to it. But they didn't. And the sitter wasn't worried because they weren't told about the pets having allergies or dietary problems. so overall… could have been worse. Much worse. We have seen stories of everything from cat sitters throwing parties in the owner's houses to cat sitters accidentally leaving cats out all night. Small mistakes happen, and this sounds like that's all that it was. 

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This pawrent walked into the shelter "just to play with kittens," no adoption plans, only a mood boost. Then a one-year-old floof locked eyes and hearts and there was an instant bond. The staff approved the match on the spot and, with perfect timing, added that the cat had a kitten available for adoption if pawrent wanted both. Keeping a mama and her baby together felt non-negotiable, and besides, kittens thrive with companions. So a zero-adoption day became a double-adoption destiny.

Now there's Mama Millie and Baby May. Millie arrived first, purring like a tiny freight train (even in her sleep). Baby May, recovering from surgery, will join this week. The shelter even loaned a carrier to make the journey easier. At home, two beloved resident cats await their new sisters, turning a duo into a quartet and a house into a chorus of purrs.

From street-stray uncertainty to safe and loved, this is the happiest "accident." They didn't intend to adopt, but the cats clearly intended to be adopted. Some families are scheduled. This one was spontaneous coming with two extra bowls, beds, and hearts that somehow had room all along.

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Morning isn't truly morning without two things: the small of coffee brewing, and your cat's meows. There's really no better morning ritual than hearing your cat scream at you for breakfast. For many pet owners, their pet is their unofficial alarm clock. Nothing is warmer than the mix of impatience and affection that somehow feels more comforting than any sunrise. 

When you have your first cup while your cat happily eats his breakfast, you can contemplate all that the day will bring. Your work bestie is sure to have some tea on her new guy, and your office nemesis will probably be complaining about something loudly in the kitchen for all to hear. Regardless of how you spend the rest of your day, you know that everything will be better after giving your cat some pets before leaving for work, and knowing your cat will be there when you get home. So for cat lovers running on coffee and cuddles, these memes are for you. 

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It should come as no big surprise that cats are a picky and particular bunch. Their mood and motivations can be swayed by something as non-intrusive as a gentle breeze and you will never quite know what or why their minds were changed. And to be fair, they likely do not know either. Which is what one man experienced after the passing of the other cats in the house, when the remaining feline suddenly became affectionate to him after years of throwing him side eyes.

Now we will say that this man did bring a dog with him into the house at the beginning of the relationship, and while the doggo did do its best to love the cattos, there is a good chance that this transgression is what stopped the clouder of cats from giving him the time of day. But regardless, the remaining cattos change of tune is an exciting and unexpected one that is for sure.
 

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Sometimes, the Cat Distribution System works like clockwork - a cat appears, the human's heart melts, and a home is instantly made. But other times, the timing isn't quite aligned, even when both cat and hooman already know they belong together. We've recently covered another story just like this, where a stray was lovingly cared for over years before circumstances finally allowed adoption. It's almost as if the CDS says: "Wait. Be patient. The moment will come."

That's exactly where Honey the cat finds herself. She showed up hungry and terrified, but immediately trusting of the human she clearly picked. And her chosen hooman was immediately smitten, already sneaking her inside for stolen moments of warmth and companionship. The trouble is that the rest of the household isn't quite ready: reluctant parents, disapproving cats, and a tug-of-war between compromise and longing.

But if we know anything about cats, it's that they don't give up easily - especially when the bond is real. Honey has been trying to get in all summer, and she isn't stopping anytime soon. So while this adoption isn't written into the books just yet, it feels like a story still unfolding. And we'll be right here, following along until the CDS fulfills its promise, bringing Honey home for good.

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It's meowfficial - dogs are the new employees of the Cat Distribution System. You might have noticed recently that many of our stories are featuring doggos rescuing kittens, and you are correct! That's because more and more doggos have agreed to become agents of the CDS, and are now not only rescuers, but also delivery doggos and step-pawrents. They seek out a furry friend of their own, and in doing so, are actively breaking down the old stereotype of cats and dogs being lifelong enemies. 

Sure, not every dog loves cats, and not all cats get along with doggos, but one thing is clear - that they can be great siblings. Doggos raise their kitten kids to be more playful, social, and attentive. Cats help their canine siblings calm down and appreciate the peacefulness of a good nap (or 15). They are like yin and yang, two pieces that work better together to make one balanced fuzzy family. It's inspiring, awwdorable, and purrfectly full of love. 

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The connection that we have with our cats is truly something that is hard to explain to people who have never had cats before. No matter how much we explain it, people still think that cats are aloof, that cats don't care about us, that they only care about the food that we give them. But we know that it's not true, not at all. Our cats love us. We know that for a fact. Sure, not all of them show their love by cuddling with us and showering us with kisses. Some cats show affection in funny ways, but it's up to us to see it, not for the cats to change. 

The ginger kitty in this story though- there is not a single bit of doubt in this world that he loves his human dearly. All you have to do is look at them for two seconds, and you will know just how connected they are. And yes, we promise that it is one of the cutest things that you will see all week. 

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