Some interesting facts about the mysterious purr of cats -
* purring is a form of social communication for cats * kittens are found to purr while they drink milk from their mothers * indoor adult cats might purr while being pet * feral (outdoor) cats might purr during sexual or social contacts * cats sometimes purr when alone, to comfort themselves if they are lonely or hurt * purring can stimulate bone growth and healing in cats * a purring cat is found to lower a humans blood pressure * no one, with 100% certainty, can explain how cats purr (:
The idea of exercising your cat seems strange to most people but it's actually very important to their wellbeing and more people are starting to do it. Cats are happier when they are both physically and mentally stimulated. If you can find a way to add this dynamic into their daily life it will surely make them healthier and live longer too. On top of his, doing so has proven to help shy cats gain confidence and has made transitions into new homes easier. Take a look at the video below.
This is obviously an extreme example and I will mention some more accessible ones below but the truth is many cats are bored. At times we've all taken for granted that cats can get depressed and even feel no sense of real purpose in their lives.
Cats have predatory instincts which bodes well for chasing and fetching. Cats are also a cheap date and here's a list of some of my best props:
1. balled up tinfoil - Let's start with their most simple form of entertainment, the balled up tinfoil. My Mother used to do this and our cats had endless fun with it. It bounces, stays relatively intact and the cats love playing fetch with it.
2. the plastic ring around bottles - I don't know what is about them but cats will chase and try and pick these up forever. I would be careful to make sure it is not left out unsupervised, to avoid the possibility of your cat swallowing it.
3. yarn and string - The big enchilada of cat play and another cheap one. My best reactions have come when I make the string slither across the floor or dance in the air. Cats enjoy the challenge of catching and holding onto the slithering little snake you've created. This is another item I would not recommend leaving out because cats can swallow and choke on it.
4. the cat dancer - The one product you should purchase for your cat is the "cat dancer". I've used one of these since I was in high-school and most cats love it. You can purchase it at your local pet store or here.
I would recommend letting your cats win (catch the toy) a good percentage of the time and praise them when they do. Just like dogs you can use a few treats to reward your cats for their efforts and it will make them more excited to play again tomorrow.
Some quick ideas: set your television to turn on at certain points in the day and tuned to a station your cat might find relaxing (my cats seem to love classical music); ping pong balls in an empty bathtub; stuffed animals and a good cat stand with places to hide.
Plain and simple it's a good idea to mix thing up and keeps things fresh. Both you and your cat will be better off for it (:
I found a video I'd never seen before of myself and those who'd saved "Molly the cat". It's a nice piece from NBC, at the height of our excitement and you can view it here (there is an unavoidable commercial you have to watch before it starts). If you're not familiar with the rescue of "Molly the Cat", you can read about it here.
There seems to be a divide between those who love cats and those addicted to dogs. I more often hear dog owners say they don't like cats than the reverse but overall people seem to choose a side here. My first question to someone like this is always, "but have you ever owned a cat or dog, etc.." They usually say no or that they had a bad experience as a kid. Many dog owners seem to think cats are aloof and vicious. Many cat owners seem to think dogs are dumb, smelly and A.D.D.. This is simply not true on either case. The fact is for most people, if you brought home a feral cat or a stray dog you would fall in love with them and they with you.
More and more these days the two cultures are clashing and people are getting cats and dogs for the same household. Is there anything cuter than a dog and cat sleeping together? It's surely not all roses, especially if your cat and dog are not very young. An older cat and dog can be more difficult to ingratiate. It can also be harder if you already own one of them and are trying to introduce a new animal to your home. That's not to say it can't be done and of course the personality and breed of the pets play a role. But either way you should take some precautions before rushing out and getting a Bull Mastiff to live with your Persian. You can find articles to read further about this here and here.
Some interesting facts about the mysterious purr of cats -
I found a video I'd never seen before of myself and those who'd 
There seems to be a divide between 
