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Wednesday 8/13: Sponsored by Timeline - cat door, socialize kitten, cats in Spain
"Even when they're plotting, they're purring."
Happy Wednesday:
šŖThe cat door open to all
š How to socialize your kitten
šø The key to lasting strength
šŖšø Meet the cats of Spain
Did You Know?
A catās whiskers can detect changes in ________ as small as a breeze.
(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)
This Cat Door Worked a Little Too Well
When Joe the handyman finished installing a new cat door, he stuck around in his car just long enough to see a curious feline test it out. Success! The cat stepped through the flap like a pro.
Joe texted the homeowner a video of the catās big moment. But the reply? āThatās not our cat.ā Turns out, the flapās first visitor was a mystery guest just looking to escape the summer heat.
It was the perfect test run, and a reminder that cat flaps donāt come with guest lists.
Some viewers joked that the house had a new pet. Others pointed out the obvious: at least it works.
Kittens may be small, but theyāre constantly learning. The first few weeks in a new home are a crucial time to help them grow into confident, friendly cats.
Experts suggest focusing on the āthree Tāsā: touching, talking, and timing. Touching helps kittens bond with people and feel safe in new environments. Gentle petting, even just five minutes a day, can lower their stress and strengthen your relationship. Talking helps kittens tune into your voice and associate your tone with comfort or play.
Timing is key for both praise and guidance. If your kitten does something right, like using the litter box, offer a reward in the moment. Catching good behavior helps shape it for life.
If your kitten came home solo, you may need to do more hands-on socializing. And exposing them to change now, like meeting new people or hearing a vacuum, can make them more adaptable later.
Science Links Mitochondria & Muscle Strength
As our muscles age, they naturally lose mass, strength, and function ā a result of certain muscle fibers shrinking ā contributing to fatigue and weakness beginning as early as our 30s. Recent research highlights that the key player in this aging process is our mitochondria, tiny-but-mighty organelles that produce more than 90% of our bodyās energy. Importantly, scientists have found a strong link between decreased mitochondrial health and muscle health decline with aging, emphasizing the importance of maintaining these cellular engines.
A new way to support and improve muscle health as we age, MitopureĀ® by Timeline is clinically shown to meaningfully boost our mitochondrial health to improve muscle strength and endurance, without any change in exercise required.
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Thank you to Timeline for sponsoring Daily Purr.
How Spain Became a Cat Loverās Paradise
In Spain, cats arenāt just pets. Theyāre part of the neighborhood. Youāll find them lounging on balconies, curled up in parks, or strolling down cobbled streets like they own the place. And to many locals, they kind of do.
Street cats are common in Spanish towns and cities, and they're often looked after by the people who live nearby. It's not unusual to see food bowls tucked beside doorsteps or locals stopping for a quick chat with a familiar feline. In response to the growing population, Spain has supported trap-neuter-return programs to help care for them responsibly.
Cat culture in Spain goes beyond the streets. Cat cafƩs have popped up in major cities, blending coffee breaks with quiet paws and purring. And in towns like Cazorla, cats are celebrated with festivals that honor their presence in the community.
Whether adopted or admired from afar, cats hold a soft spot in Spanish hearts. Theyāre woven into daily life, one sun-drenched nap at a time.
Catās Corner
From eye-catching features to long-awaited reunions, hereās whatās trending this week:
Meet The Team
Daily Purr is brought to you with love from our cats. We hope they can brighten your day, just like they do ours. ā¤ļø
Love,
Olive, Milo, and Yasmine.
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