Happy Tuesday:

• 🐱 The paralyzed kitten overcoming odds

• 😡 Why does my cat hiss so much?

• 🍳 Cookware that’s safe for you and your cat

• 🐈 How to train your cat to sit on command

• 😺 Stay prepared with pet insurance

Did You Know?

Cats can detect ______ before humans due to their sensitive paws and inner ears.

(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)

When a stray kitten was left behind on a roadside in New York, a woman named Rita heard his cries, and a rescue network was set into motion. The tiny five-week-old, later named Earl, had been accidentally injured by his mother, leaving his back legs permanently paralyzed.

Brought to foster caregiver Keina, Earl quickly became more than a case—he became family. Over the years, she’s cared for him through megacolon treatments, tail amputation, and multiple surgeries, including one to remove a surgical sponge left inside him by mistake. Through it all, Earl never lost his spirit.

He learned to move on his own, ditching his wheels for sheer determination.

Now, nine years later, Earl lives a life of adventure: flying on planes, visiting Disney World, and camping across states. Keina says their bond is beyond words: he talks to her, follows her everywhere, and trusts her completely.

A cat’s hiss might sound like anger, but it’s really a warning signal, one that says, “Back off, I need space.” According to feline behavior experts, hissing is an instinctual response triggered when a cat feels threatened, in pain, or overwhelmed. Even kittens hiss before they fully learn social cues. It’s that deeply wired.

Common triggers include vet visits, new animals, loud noises, or pain from illness or injury. In multi-pet homes, it can also be a way to set boundaries or stop play that’s gotten too rough. Sometimes, cats hiss at people during overstimulation, like one pet too many.

If your cat hisses, the best thing to do is step back and lower the intensity. Avoid eye contact, keep your voice soft, and let them calm down. Frequent hissing, however, could mean ongoing stress or a medical issue, so a vet check is key. In short: a hiss isn’t hostility. It’s communication.

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Contrary to popular belief, cats can learn tricks, and one of the easiest to start with is “sit.” All it takes is patience, treats, and short, consistent sessions. Training can help with grooming, handling, and even mealtime manners.

Start by holding a treat just above your cat’s nose, then slowly lift and move it backward toward their tail. Most cats will naturally lower into a sitting position as they follow the treat with their gaze. The moment they sit, say “yes” and reward them. Repeat a few times, keeping sessions short and positive.

Once your cat connects sitting with rewards, add a hand signal or cue word. Anything from “sit” to “banana.” Gradually phase out treats so your cat responds to the cue alone.

Keep each session under three minutes, and never force your cat into position. With consistency, many cats master the command in about a week, and enjoy every treat-filled minute of it.

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• 🐱 See the sweetest cats currently up for adoption near you

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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