https://catsandcouches.com/2026-08-18https://catsandcouches.com/share-home.svg https://catsandcouches.com/news/kittens-rescued-abandoned-ranch/2026-08-18https://catsandcouches.com/share-kittens-rescued-abandoned-ranch.svgKittens Rescued from Abandoned Ranch Find Comfort in Foster HomeA group of kittens once living at an abandoned ranch have been given a second chance at a safe and comfortable life in a foster home. (Source: CatTime) https://catsandcouches.com/news/rescue-cat-senior-golden/2026-08-18https://catsandcouches.com/share-rescue-cat-senior-golden.svgRescue Cat and Senior Golden Retriever Form Unbreakable Bond After Difficult BeginningsA heartwarming story of friendship and companionship between a rescue cat and a senior Golden Retriever who found love and happiness in their forever home. (Source: CatTime) https://catsandcouches.com/news/shelter-cats-hold-hope/2026-08-18https://catsandcouches.com/share-shelter-cats-hold-hope.svgShelter Cats Hold on to Hope Despite Long Wait for AdoptionTwo shelter cats, Patriot and Chance, have been waiting for months in a Florida shelter, hoping to find a forever home. Despite the long wait, they have not given up hope and are searching for a... https://catsandcouches.com/news/cat-confused-reaction-stranger/2026-08-18https://catsandcouches.com/share-cat-confused-reaction-stranger.svgCat's Confused Reaction to Stranger Feeding Him Goes ViralA grey Tabby cat's hilarious reaction to a stranger feeding him has captured the hearts of millions on social media. (Source: CatTime) https://catsandcouches.com/news/cat-bullies-spare-won/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-cat-bullies-spare-won.svgCat Bullies the 'Spare' and Won't Let Him Get Too ComfortableA video shared by @thegoldenbreakfastclub shows an orange cat named Waffles' unusual relationship with the man he apparently never asked for. (Source: CatTime) https://catsandcouches.com/news/mama-cat-returns-shelter/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-mama-cat-returns-shelter.svgMama Cat Returns to Shelter After Kittens Find Forever HomesA shy feline mom, Maggie, has returned to The Lost Dogs' Home in North Melbourne after her kittens were adopted from foster care. (Source: CatTime) https://catsandcouches.com/news/automatic-litter-boxes-game/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-automatic-litter-boxes-game.svgAutomatic Litter Boxes: A Game Changer for Cat ParentsAutomatic litter boxes are not a luxury, but a necessity for cat parents who want to simplify their lives and provide a healthier environment for their feline friends. (Source: Catster) https://catsandcouches.com/news/catster-weekly-photo-contest/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-catster-weekly-photo-contest.svgCatster's Weekly Photo Contest Winners: Pampering My CatCatster's Weekly Photo Contest winners for the topic 'Pampering My Cat' have been announced. The winners are featured on the Catster website, along with a call to enter the next contest. https://catsandcouches.com/news/unlikely-friendship-between-great-8fa6b5/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-unlikely-friendship-between-great-8fa6b5.svgUnlikely Friendship Between Great Pyrenees Puppy and Orange Cat Caught on CameraA heartwarming video has captured the adorable friendship between a Great Pyrenees puppy and an orange cat, showcasing their unique bond and playful interactions. (Source: CatTime) https://catsandcouches.com/news/senior-cat-unbreakable-bond-c63a86/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-senior-cat-unbreakable-bond-c63a86.svgSenior Cat's Unbreakable Bond with 2-Year-Old Boy Captivates Hearts OnlineA heartwarming video on Instagram showcases a senior cat's loving relationship with a 2-year-old toddler boy, highlighting the unbreakable bond between the two. (Source: CatTime) https://catsandcouches.com/news/human-brains-age-like-b38167/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-human-brains-age-like-b38167.svgHuman Brains Age Like Cats - New Study Debunks the 7-Year RuleA recent study published in Biology Open has found that human brains age in ways similar to those of cats, challenging the long-held assumption that one human year equals seven cat years. https://catsandcouches.com/news/recognizing-happiness-cats-e71d31/2026-08-17https://catsandcouches.com/share-recognizing-happiness-cats-e71d31.svgRecognizing Happiness in CatsUnderstanding feline emotional expression can help cat owners identify when their pets are happy and content. (Source: Catster) https://catsandcouches.com/news/addressing-shelter-overcrowding-promoting-71875c/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-addressing-shelter-overcrowding-promoting-71875c.svgAddressing Shelter Overcrowding and Promoting Responsible Pet OwnershipA recent episode of the Chatty Cattys podcast discusses the importance of spaying and neutering, the impact of pet retail shopping bans, and the root causes of animal shelter overcrowding. https://catsandcouches.com/news/feline-friendly-fun-introducing-126424/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-feline-friendly-fun-introducing-126424.svgFeline-Friendly Fun: Introducing Dungeons & KittensA new tabletop roleplaying game, Dungeons & Kittens, has been designed to cater to cat lovers and families with feline friends. The game allows players to embark on magical quests with their cats as... https://catsandcouches.com/news/bloated-gasping-expert-advice-67bee2/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-bloated-gasping-expert-advice-67bee2.svgBloated and Gasping: Expert Advice for Cat OwnersDr. Paola offers guidance on a cat's bloated appearance and gasping episodes, providing insight into possible health issues and recommended diagnostic tests. (Source: Catster) https://catsandcouches.com/news/how-adopting-senior-special-b37575/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-how-adopting-senior-special-b37575.svgHow Adopting Senior and Special Needs Cats Transformed One Family’s LifeA family shares their journey of adopting senior and special needs cats, including their experiences with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and the profound impact these cats have had on their lives. They... https://catsandcouches.com/news/why-cats-love-get-350649/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-why-cats-love-get-350649.svgWhy Cats Love to Get High: Understanding Feline BehaviorCats are known to seek out high spots in their homes, but have you ever wondered why they do it? It turns out that this behavior is linked to their instinctive nature as predators and prey. https://catsandcouches.com/news/saving-lives-orphan-kittens-028a84/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-saving-lives-orphan-kittens-028a84.svgSaving the Lives of Orphan KittensOrphan Kitten Club is changing the world for rescue kittens by providing grants, resources, and expertise to shelters and rescues across the country. (Source: Catster) https://catsandcouches.com/news/reality-traveling-cats-2746cc/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-reality-traveling-cats-2746cc.svgThe Reality of Traveling With CatsA recent episode of the Catster podcast Chatty Cattys explores the realities of traveling with cats, highlighting the importance of understanding a cat's individual personality and respecting their... https://catsandcouches.com/news/eu-introduces-laws-protect-3ffc81/2026-08-16https://catsandcouches.com/share-eu-introduces-laws-protect-3ffc81.svgEU Introduces New Laws to Protect Cat WelfareThe European Union has passed a new law aimed at improving the welfare of dogs and cats across the continent. The legislation includes provisions to ban breeding close relatives and limit breeding... https://catsandcouches.com/adoption-life/2026-08-18 https://catsandcouches.com/about/ https://catsandcouches.com/sources-and-methods/ https://catsandcouches.com/corrections/