Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on July 21, 2013: bac2basics - So glad you enjoyed my hub about amazing cats! It is not meant to substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, or formal and individualized advice from a veterinary medical professional. She checked him over and, sure enough, she found a distinctive marking. People who are allergic to cats are actually allergic to cat saliva or to cat dander. We had this one cat that comforted us when me and my sister cried, when we were younger. Thanks for stopping by to comment! Patricia Scott from North Central Florida on May 03, 2013: Loved this. This is a true story about a lovely gray and white female cat, Missy, who gave birth to two sickly kittens. Max + Maude has a Facebook Group that supplements its blog. So glad you enjoyed the stories and cat facts. The third and, by far, best story of 2006 just goes to show something awesome was happening to the cats in the world that year. They’re excellent examples of how we the people bond with … Tales of heroic cats, cats with important jobs and uplifting, heartwarming, feel good stories of cats that have helped their owners. One of Poe’s most unsettling tales, ‘The Black Cat’ actually contains two black cats – although the second may be a ghostly reincarnation of the first. I found him wounded so I took him in, without thinking about the dogs at home :) It took about a month for them to get along but once they did they would play and cuddle with each other. If These 3 Ingredients are in your Pet Food…Watch Out! He lived out his last couple of years on the farm and died peacefully earlier this year. And I love to read stories of the kitties of others. Wendell Overton, a ten-year-old boy from North Carolina, once stumbled upon a group of kids, whose ages ranged from 5-13, tormenting a cat named Jackson. As soon as he heard the first scratch, he would pounce on their backs and send them running. Dolores Monet from East Coast, United States on September 14, 2013: Loved the cat stories - especially the brave cat that treed the bear and the one that lived in the nursing home. She told me at the pet shop she put her finger up about three inches away from the cage and this little kitten sat down and reached out with its front paws and pulled my wifes finger towards the cage. These stories from 2013 will melt your heart. erinshelby from United States on June 25, 2013: Nora the Cat is quite fond of dissonance! She's now my husband's cat all the way, even going so far as to bite me if I try to pet her! The stolen bunny story really was touching....o wow, the power of motherhood. I just adopted two lovely cats from a shelter...it was so hard to make a choice from all the loveable and beautiful animals there! Shadow loved traveling with his owners in an RV. I loved your stories! Brad even pre-chewed beef jerky so that the cat would have something soft to eat. Francis arthur Rawlinson on November 14, 2018: Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on September 26, 2018: How lucky you were to have such a wonderful cat in your life for so many years! A 10 year old boy courageously saves a cat from a group of bullies. Thanks for your comments. Gypsy Rose Lee from Daytona Beach, Florida on April 29, 2013: Voted up and interesting. Nora the piano player is such fun. Netflix's Don't F**k With Cats Tells the True Story of One of Canada's Most Infamous Murderers Luka Magnotta committed horrifying crimes—and sparked an … She just gives me dirty looks. My sister had a cat that loved to torment dogs. Stephanie...As a true Cat LOVER, I must tell you, this is a thoroughly interesting and enjoyable hub! One day, my neighbors had a friend over who took his Springer Spaniel everywhere he went. Great article @Stephanie!! They’re some of the cutest photos I’ve ever seen: A stray kitten baking in the heat noticed an apartment door creak open, and she darted inside to cool off. Thanks so much for stopping in to comment! My cat Pepper stepped in and protected the toy poodle the entire time he stayed here. Simon Ships Out: How one stray, brave cat became a worldwide hero: Based on a true story He climbs up in the bed and goes to sleep between my husband and I. Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on November 14, 2017: Daniel - What is your objection? He would sit on the air conditioner outside and wait for the dogs to come scratch on the door to come in. New England Journal of Medicine 357 (4): 328–329.). He bossed our other cats relentlssly. To everyone's surprise, the cheerful cat made a quick recovery. Like other conscientious staff, he makes rounds of the patients each day, sniffing each one and sometimes choosing to curl up with certain ones. She enjoys the company of animals and has owned various cats and dogs over the years. Hero cat. The shelter where we adopted our kitten made us sign a form agreeing not to ever declaw him. Ichimi needed this love very much. and they are not only loving but also funny and cheer up their owners. [and other rich pets]. Glad you enjoyed the stories! This is quite funny and fascinating. Dora Weithers from The Caribbean on July 14, 2013: This is an amazing article. Using this Facebook Group, we hope to provide you with a community that encourages, inspires, and educates you as you raise your dog or cat. When they arrived, they found Tommy the cat by the phone. Three older, taller boys marched over Ethan, who was playing with his younger brother, Ashton, and began taunting him. I hope you enjoy these cat stories as much as I enjoyed writing them. That dog is going to get fat if the lid is not secured on his dog treats canister. One cat is a tuxedo cat that weighs close to 20 lbs., but is full of love. Her name was Pussy. declawed cat, protected his territory from a black bear by chasing it up a tree when the bear wandered into his yard in Milford, New Jersey. They are incredibly smart and can learn to do things by watching humans. Keep Your Pet Safe This Autumn (8 Helpful Tips for Dogs and Cats). Mommy and Baby Cat . Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on June 18, 2013: Hi Nell, You sound like you might also be a cat lover! I love my cats and how they entertain me all the time! Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on August 27, 2013: CraftytotheCore - How adorable that your cat protected the little poodle from your big dog! Thanks for visiting and for sharing, Peggy! Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on July 02, 2014: Peggy W - I do love cats! Most cat lovers would do anything to defend their favorite pet, but cats can still be very misunderstood. This is the kid’s-eye version of Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World, the true story of Dewey Readmore Books, a handsome orange tabby that was stuffed into the returned book slot of the Spencer Public Library as a kitten, who went on to change the lives of the people around him. Janet Barnes is an older-aged woman with blond hair and glasses. Sadly, within a very short time, both newborns died. I had a declawed Seal Point Himilayan named Ashley. It was our first family dinner together since our son and his family moved to our town, and our grandson was telling us how much he missed his cat that had been gone for more than a month in spite of all their efforts to find him. by Eliza Lee Follen. If you are a cat owner, you probably have some amazing cat stories of your own because all cats are amazing in their own way. I absolutely love the cat stories. Read True Stories about Cats and Dogs, free online version of the book by Eliza Lee Follen, on ReadCentral.com. Currently sharing her RV with two cats, Stephanie is a lifelong cat lover. What a lovely memorial to build a garden around her burial site. If the resident cat is bathed regularly the allergic people tolerate it better. Then from Wis. to Conn. then back. In 2018, 15 years after the disappearance of Winston, Janet received a call from the veterinarian clinic asking if she had a lost cat. At the vet, veterinarians cared for Jackson the cat, who ultimately recovered from his injuries. Isaiah became insistent in meowing loudly -- screeching. Thanks for stopping by to read and comment! But the most interesting part of this story was yet to come. Great hub! She never bit or clawed any of us. [1] The story of Q199’s rescue was all over the news. Try as we might, we could not get him to trust us, and ended up letting him go back down into our basement where he found his way back out into the cold November night again. Fortunately, a man named Jessiepon and his dog, a Golden Retriever named Ponzu, stumbled upon Ichimi and took her in. She only weighed 12 lbs but she was very tall. My parents had had her all of her life and she was so gentle and loving. If you are a cat owner so you can easily have the idea of how much they are precious for your home. I loved your amazing cat stories. to Az. Susan Zutautas from Ontario, Canada on April 29, 2013: These are all wonderful stories and I enjoyed reading your hub so much. Upon making the connection with Winston, Janet eagerly went to the vet clinic and found Winston in bad condition from his life as a stray. Love these cat facts and tales. These amazing and heartwarming stories about cats makes me want to go to a shelter right now and adopt one. She brought back four of the babies before deciding that was enough. After about 15 minutes, the bear came down and tried to escape only to be chased once again by a hissing and spitting mad Jack who treed the bear once again. Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on May 03, 2013: pstrauble48 - Glad you enjoyed these stories about amazing cats! tipoague - I really think that cats have a sense of humor, and love to make bigger animals look foolish. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I have three indoor cats today and 2 outdoor cats that have adopted me. I had to put a hasp & padlock on my outside door. True Stories about Cats and Dogs is a popular book by Eliza Lee Follen. Cat rehoming stories; Cat rehoming stories. Read 452 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. The most incredible story about cats I saw on a You Tube video, with a cat that intimidated an alligator to pull backwards into water. Wow! The Cat Who Adopted Bunnies This is a true story about a lovely gray and white female cat, Missy, who gave birth to two sickly kittens. Janet Barnes is an older-aged woman with blond hair and glasses. She also knew that if any food, even a butter dish, was on the kitchen table she was not allowed on it. Lovecraft In the town of Ulthar, an old couple takes pleasure in killing any cats that stray onto their property. Our house and garage seemed to attract strange cats. As of January 2010, Oscar had accurately predicted approximately 50 patients' deaths. Pamela99 - Your tuxedo cat sounds like a loveable giant! TENKAY from Philippines on July 20, 2013: A stray kitten adopted me and my 5 dogs one very rainy day. Never harming them. Because these five heartwarming cat stories are the ‘cherry on top’ for a great day and the medicine for a bad one. I had a cat that followed me everwhere just like a dog. Chris Achilleos - It's wonderful that your dogs accepted the new cat and that they all get along so well. That must have been a site to watch the bear climbing a tree to escape the attack cat. Share your thoughts Complete your review. Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on May 06, 2013: Tebo - Cats do seem to have a sixth sense about many things, and are just amazing creatures. She managed to navigate almost 200 miles and showed up two months later near her home in West Palm Beach, Florida. Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on January 11, 2019: Sandy Morrison, Thanks for your story and for the information. Some of the stories are happy and some are sad, but all have been told from the heart. Edgar Allan Poe, ‘ The Black Cat ’. Thanks so much for your comments, votes and share! Due to his heartwarming story, Smudge stands out among the various amazing cats out there. I love my kitties. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us! In 1987 cats overtook dogs as the number one pet in America. My mother laughs and we wonder why the cat gets away toying with her stuff. She died when she was 17 1/2 years old, but she was my best friend and an amazing cat. Just Ask Susan - I'm so glad you enjoyed these stories of amazing cats. It's always great to see you! Choose the part of True Stories about Cats and Dogs which you want to read from the table of contents to get started. Cats are loving pets. She treated him like he was her child. "A day in the life of Oscar the cat". Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2014. See video below of cats who adopted baby rabbits. My sister found a stray little kitten it was alone we thing it’s mom had died from a car! Ethan, along with his mother, believe that they now have a really close bond with their cute cuddly companion. But one time, Sunny didn't come back. Although nursing home staff say that Oscar is not friendly to most people, his mission in life seems to be to give comfort to the dying. During the ride back to Edmonton, Brad peeled ice off the cat and fed him water. All the cats I’ve had in my life, we rescued them as kittens. Perhaps your dog would accept a kitten into your home? Cats are amazing creatures.Thanks so much for sharing this story! Seanorjohn - We become so attached to our cats (and dogs) - it is heartbreaking to lose one to a horrible accident. This article is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge. Thanks for sharing it. Whatever your answer, this article is for you…. Cats are the only animal that walks on their claws, not the pads of their feet. They would find the cat door in our basement, enter and hide there, terrorizing our own cats. The story behind A Street Cat Named Bob The formerly homeless James met Bob in 2007 when he was enrolled in a methadone programme and living in supported housing. One night we saw him in the basement covered in oil that he must have gotten into in our neighbor’s repair shop. I would never declaw a cat and most Veterinarians I know would not do it. Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on July 18, 2013: DeborahNeyens - Thanks for sharing your amazing cat story! My Goal is to share a fresh perspective on caring for dogs and cats. Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on June 16, 2013: Eiddwen - Now that a 7 month old kitten has joined our household, we will surely have some interesting stories to share! Deborah Neyens from Iowa on July 18, 2013: Your stories are amazing. He is gone now, but was a wonderful cat and traveled with us in our RV for 4 years before he passed away. Cat Stories Told From the Heart The following cat stories have been submitted by the many cat lovers who visit this site every day. This was a first thank goodness although my husband says as soon as the cat starts purring it puts him back to sleep. Really enjoyed reading this hub! Read on for true stories about remarkable cats who adopted bunnies, played the piano, chased a bear and predicted death. What a lovely hub about cats. Thanks to Wendell’s courage and Jackson’s determination, this story has become heartwarming and even inspiring. My sister-in-law came to suspect that he had another family he visited who fed him and cared for him. Thanks for visiting and for your comments! Thanks for sharing your cat story! I have a stray cat that's been a house cat for a few years now. She would just give any dog there a look that said she would not bother them but if they started something she would finish it. Neither Ashley nor Misty liked that behavior, but Misty was too little to do anything about it. Amazing True Stories about Cats. Meet the cats . You can’t blame the cat – … Thanks for stopping by to share your story about Tommy. I agree that the best place to get a cat is a shelter where you will be giving an unwanted animal a good home. They were both old, but I think Ashley was heartbroken when Misty died. He figured out a way to jump from the table, grab hold of the handle on our sliding door, with both paws and swing back and forth, until he pulled it open. Tell readers what you thought by rating and reviewing this book. It was heartbreaking to hear Missy crying and calling for her babies as she searched the house for her kittens. Otherwise I came home to an open front door and Dusti would be sitting outside on the grass. Cats are endearing, mysterious, loveable and kooky; their owners often wonder what goes on in those fuzzy little heads. I had 17 good years with her, tho. Their antics never cease to amaze and entertain! I love this hub very much. Stephanie Henkel (author) from USA on October 15, 2016: I agree, Jess! I love cats and enjoy reading stories about the amazing things they do. Dusti traveled from Wis. to Mas.. and back again. Put him out right now, Eve. Fajita is certainly one of many amazing cats. Fortunately, proper care, some eye cleaning, and antibiotics have improved the cat’s health. Thanks for stopping in to read and comment! Meet the cats . One afternoon, she came through her basement cat door carefully carrying a very tiny baby bunny by the scruff of its neck. What a nice story about a very special cat! Never once did she cause a problem or have to be confined. I said no we are not, yes we are she came back at me. Like many female cats, she liked to bring us her catch, and it wasn’t unusual for her offerings to include mice, birds or chipmunks, sometimes still alive and kicking! She was also very protective. Good luck with your new kitten! - Anyway, a very interesting hub well written, Stephanie. In terms of cat true stories, this one is definitely insane and unusual. A cat adopting bunnies when grieving is so endearing. Sheila Brown from Southern Oklahoma on April 29, 2013: Your cat stories are awesome! 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