Happy Monday:

• 🪴 Garden rescue kittens find new homes

• 🧽 How to get rid of cat pee smell

• 😸 Can laundry detergent actually be harmful?

• 🐈 Cat of the day, Daisy May

• 💰 How to deal with expensive vet bills

True or False?

Cats can recognize themselves in mirrors.

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When Jane spotted six kittens peeking out of her garden drain, she recognized them immediately. They were the babies of a local stray who had avoided her for years.

Jane took her time, offering food and water until the wary mama, later named Joanie, began to trust her. The kittens warmed up faster, quickly learning that snacks and cuddles came with safety. Soon, Jane was able to carry the little family inside.

Each kitten arrived with eye infections but improved with treatment. Five already have homes lined up: Jane and her husband are keeping two, friends are taking two more, and another is headed to a foster mom. The last kitten may stay with Jane if no match is found.

While Joanie still struggles with indoor life, her kittens have thrived, offering kisses, purrs, and plenty of love. What began as a surprise in a garden drain became the start of seven new lives filled with care.

Few things test a cat parent’s patience like the smell of cat pee. Whether it’s a carpet, couch, or pile of laundry, that sharp scent lingers. Plus, cats are quick to return if the odor isn’t fully removed.

The first step is figuring out why your cat missed the litter box. Sometimes it’s medical, like a urinary tract infection, and other times it’s behavioral. A dirty box, household stress, or territorial marking. Rule out health issues first with a vet check.

When it comes to cleaning, speed is your friend. Blot fresh urine, then treat the spot with an enzymatic cleaner. These break down odor-causing compounds better than vinegar or ammonia, which can actually make the smell worse. On hard floors, wipe with a gentle, pet-safe cleaner and deodorizer. For bedding or clothes, rinse first with cold water before washing with detergent and baking soda.

Above all, prevention helps most: keep litter boxes clean, provide enough boxes for your cats, and give them a calm, stress-free space.

You wash your clothes to keep them clean and safe, but what if your detergent is doing the opposite?

Experts now warn that many top-selling detergents leave behind toxic residues that stick to your clothes and soak into your skin, even after rinsing.

These chemicals are absorbed into your skin, breathed into your lungs, and even transferred onto your bed sheets, underwear, and baby clothes.

Some of the worst offenders are hidden behind vague labels like “fragrance” or “brighteners,” which often contain hormone disruptors, carcinogens, and synthetic chemicals banned in other countries.

And the most shocking part is detergent companies aren't even required to list most of these ingredients.

Which is why thousands of families are ditching traditional detergents and switching to this safer, non-toxic alternative.

Read the full story here.

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Meet Daisy May, a sweet soul and the most well-mannered little traveler you could ask for. Her family says she’s the kindest, best-natured kitty they’ve ever known.

She’s rarely ever in trouble, and if she does misstep, just hearing her name said firmly is enough to set her straight. (Her littermate brother, Remington Steele, could take a few notes!)

Daisy May and Remington join their family everywhere they go, spreading joy to nearly everyone they meet. People often say these two are a bright spot in their day, and with Daisy’s gentle charm, it’s easy to see why.

Veterinarians nationwide reported that corporate managers pushed clinics to focus on profit, with vets often paid based on revenue. This encouraged them to see more pets, order more tests, and upsell services, creating a growing burden for uninsured pet owners. Pet insurance could help you offset some of these rising costs, with some providing up to 90% reimbursement. View Money’s top pet insurance picks to see plans starting at only $10/month.

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From hidden secrets to heartwarming care, here’s what’s trending this week:

• 🤫 Stray cat shows up in a backyard daily, but he’s been hiding a secret

• 👨‍👧 Male cat steps up and lovingly cares for a new kitten like a mom

• 📚 Fiction books about cats that every reader will want on their shelf

Daily Purr is brought to you with love from our cats. We hope they can brighten your day, just like they do ours. ❤️

Love,

Olive, Milo, and Yasmine.

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🧐 True or False: False. Most cats don't pass the mirror self-recognition test.

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