Happy Monday:

• 🙀 Surprising things your cat is afraid of

• 🐈 This cat helped a dog through a storm

• 😸 This cat litter is made from plants

• 👂 Your cat’s ears are mood detectors

• 🥖 Where to get the best fresh bread

True or False?

A cat’s eyes can glow different colors depending on the angle of light.

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One minute, your cat is a tiny panther. The next, they’re launching into the air like a cartoon character, over a cucumber. It turns out even the most majestic floofs have some very specific fears.

Experts say cats are wired to react to surprises, so when a cucumber appears out of nowhere or a balloon starts floating nearby, it’s game over. Loud pops, shiny foil, and even your new armchair can send them skittering under the bed.

Some cats take it further. A ticking wall clock ruined one cuddle session entirely. And Halloween? A simple feathered mask once turned a cat into a hallway blur. One even panicked at a headband with cat ears.

So if your cat runs from strawberries or bubbles, don’t take it personally. Under that sleek exterior is a nervous little heart that just wants to feel safe.

A black cat just proved what we all know: cats understand more than they let on. When a senior goldendoodle named Minnie got spooked by a thunderstorm, she froze at the foot of the stairs until help arrived.

Her feline housemate didn’t hesitate. Caught on home security footage, the cat jumped down from the couch, padded over, and gave Minnie a single, perfectly timed boop to the nose, then led the way upstairs.

Minnie’s fear of thunder is well known in the household. But this moment was different: it showed how cats sometimes know exactly when to step in. And how a quiet little gesture can go a long way.

Turns out, comfort doesn’t always come in the form of a bark. Sometimes, it’s a boop.

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Your cat’s ears aren’t just for hearing. They’re also one of the clearest ways they communicate. Forward, flicking, flattened, or sideways: each position says something important about how they’re feeling.

If your cat’s ears are pointed forward, they’re curious and tuned in. Sideways “airplane ears” mean they’re unsure, maybe even annoyed. Flickering ears often signal rising stress, while tightly pinned-back ears are a warning: back off.

The subtle shifts can help you recognize when your cat needs space or feels overwhelmed. Think of their ears as early warning signals, helping you avoid misunderstandings before they hiss.

So next time you’re wondering what’s on your cat’s mind, don’t just watch the tail. Check the ears. They’re doing a lot more talking than you think.

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From helpful paws to heart-melting moments, here’s what’s trending this week:

• 🧸 Toddler trains the family cat to help with daily tasks

• 🎾 Tuxedo cat steps in to help his dog sibling enjoy a game of fetch

• 🚿 Sink cat finds a forever home after a long wait and lots of love

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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