Happy Thursday:

• 🩷 Daily Purr reader shares her cat’s amazing comeback

• 🤔 Are smart litter boxes worth it? Here’s what to know

• 😸 Tired of litter box odors? This changes everything

• 🐈 Before you foster a cat, read these tips

True or False?

All orange tabby cats are male.

(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)

Daily Purr reader Tori wrote to us about her incredible cat, Woody, and we couldn’t wait to share his story. Nearly two years old, Woody lost his leg six months ago—but if you saw him now, you’d never know it. He’s fast, playful, and always keeping his sister, Winnie, on her toes.

Despite his three legs, Woody does it all—running, jumping, and chasing toys like any other cat. But his real favorite activity? Drinking from the faucet. He’s perfected the art of meowing for a lift whenever he wants a sip, more for the thrill than the thirst.

When he’s not busy zooming around, Woody is a cuddly little shadow, always sticking close to his family. His story is a reminder that tripod cats don’t just adapt—they thrive.

Tori hopes Woody’s journey will reassure pet parents who worry about their cats adjusting after amputation. Have an inspiring cat story of your own? We’d love to hear it—send it our way and your feline friend could be featured next!

Let’s be honest—scooping the litter box is no one’s favorite part of having a cat. Between the daily scooping, the odor control struggle, and the mystery of who left that surprise, it’s a chore we’d all rather skip. Enter smart litter boxes: the high-tech upgrade cat parents didn’t know they needed.

These self-cleaning litter boxes do the dirty work for you, automatically scooping waste and controlling odors. Some even track your cat’s bathroom habits and send you alerts—because, as any cat parent knows, subtle changes in litter box behavior can signal health issues. If your cat starts going more (or less) than usual, a smart litter box might catch it before you do.

Sure, they come with a higher price tag, but many cat parents swear by them for the convenience alone. Less scooping, fewer smells, and a cleaner space for your cat? That’s a win all around.

If you’ve ever dreamed of a world where you don’t have to scoop daily, a smart litter box might just be your next best investment.

Litter tracking, offensive odors, an unsightly litter box: A cat parent’s worst nightmare. Make that nightmare disappear with Litter-Robot, the highest-rated, self-cleaning litter box revolutionizing cat parenting.

Litter-Robot sifts out waste immediately after use and deposits it into a tightly sealed waste drawer, eliminating odors and germs spread through litter tracking.

Now, your cat always has a fresh bed of litter, you no longer have to scoop, and worrying about germs and odors is a thing of the past. Sound like a dream? It’s real, and it’s Litter-Robot.

Reduce mess, tracking, and stress with Litter-Robot. See here how Litter Robot keeps your home fresh and clean — plus, never scoop a litter box again!

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Fostering a cat is one of the most rewarding ways to help animals in need. Whether you’re taking in a shy adult cat or a litter of tiny kittens, you’re giving them a safe place to grow and learn before they find their forever home. But before you jump in, there are a few things to consider.

First, make sure your home is ready. You don’t need a huge space—just a quiet, easy-to-clean area where your foster cat can feel safe. A spare room, bathroom, or cozy corner works perfectly. If you have resident pets, you’ll need to keep them separate at first to ensure a smooth introduction.

Shelters and rescues have a process in place to make sure both you and your foster cat are set up for success. That means attending an orientation, filling out an application, and getting familiar with the organization’s policies. Before fostering, ask a few key questions:

Will the shelter provide food, litter, and medical care, or will you need to cover some costs? What’s the emergency plan if something happens after hours? Who handles the adoption process—you or the rescue? Knowing these details can make the experience much smoother.

Fostering isn’t just about cuddles (though there will be plenty of those). You’ll be responsible for feeding, socializing, and sometimes even administering medication.

And then there’s the hardest part—saying goodbye. Letting go can be tough, but it also means you’ve helped a cat on their journey to a loving home. And the best part? There’s always another cat waiting for someone just like you.

From heartwarming snuggles to feline happiness, here’s what’s trending:

• 🐶 Bernese Mountain Dog’s sweet snuggle with a foster cat will melt your heart. Watch here!

• 🤮 Sick of litter box odors? Try this trick! 

• 😺 Is your cat truly happy? Here’s how to tell. Find out now!

🐱 Bite-Sized Treats

🧐 True or False: False! While about 80% of orange tabbies are male, females exist too.

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Reduce mess, tracking, and stress with Litter-Robot. See here how Litter Robot keeps your home fresh and clean — plus, never scoop a litter box again!