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šŸˆ Your cat canā€™t look away from this viral video

Friday 3/21: Sponsored by Money.com/Happy Head - What is cat brain rot, cat of the day, and how cats became an internet spotlight

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"Cats donā€™t follow rulesā€”they write their own."

Happy Friday:

  • šŸ„° Your catā€™s newest obsession? This viral video

  • šŸˆ Meet todayā€™s cat of the day, Luna

  • šŸ˜ø An innovative solution to hair regrowth

  • šŸ’» Cats took over the internetā€”hereā€™s why

  • šŸ˜ŗ Are you overpaying for vet bills?

Did You Know

Catsā€™ back legs are so powerful that they can jump up to ____ times their body length in a single leap.

(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)

Your Catā€™s Newest Obsession? This Viral Video

If youā€™ve ever lost an hour (or three) to mindless scrolling, youā€™re not alone. The internet is full of brain-rot contentā€”those oddly mesmerizing videos that keep you watching for no reason at all. And now, it seems, cats are in on the action too.

Recently, a bizarre, bright-green video featuring a spinning cat has been taking over social media. Cats everywhere are locking in, eyes wide, completely transfixed. But whatā€™s really going on here? According to feline behavior expert Stephen Quandt, itā€™s not brain rotā€”itā€™s instinct. The movement, sound effects, and contrasting colors trigger a catā€™s natural hunting drive, much like watching a squirrel through a window.

Unlike humans, cats donā€™t binge-watch screens for hours. Their attention spans are short, and they prefer interactive play. While cat-focused videos and apps can be great enrichment, nothing beats real-world stimulation. So, noā€”your cat isnā€™t experiencing brain rot. Theyā€™re just fascinated by a virtual toy, and honestly, who can blame them?

Have you or your cat seen this brain-rot video? Let us know, weā€™d love to hear from you!

Meet Todayā€™s Cat of the Day, Luna

Daily Purr reader Allison shares the story of Luna, a once-lost kitty who chose her own home. She first appeared in Allisonā€™s backyard, and after attempts to find her owners, it became clearā€”Luna had already picked her family. Each night, she scratched at the window and patio door, asking to come inside. It didnā€™t take long before she was officially adopted.

Now, Luna reigns as queen of the house, watching over the very backyard where her journey began. Allison shares that she is the beautiful Nebelung breed and carries an air of elegance with her regal presence.

Thanks, Allison, for sharing Lunaā€™s incredible transformation! Want to see your cat featured as the Daily Purr Cat of the Day? Send in a photo and some fun facts about your kittyā€”they might be next!

Image courtesy of Daily Purr reader Allison.

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Cats Took Over the Internetā€”Hereā€™s Why

Cat videos arenā€™t just popularā€”they dominate. While dogs get more search traffic, cat content gets four times the views. But why do we love watching felines so much?

For starters, humans have been obsessed with cats for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians worshipped them, and even in the 1800s, people were taking (and captioning!) cat photos. The internet simply gave us an easier way to share them. Their mystery also plays a roleā€”unlike dogs, cats are semi-domesticated and famously aloof, making their rare moments of affection even more rewarding.

Then thereā€™s their expressiveness. We canā€™t resist anthropomorphizing their grumpy glares or playful antics, making them perfect meme material. Plus, cat lovers tend to be introverts and creativesā€”the very people driving internet culture.

So, next time you catch yourself watching yet another cat video, know that youā€™re part of a long traditionā€”one that started with ancient art, flourished on postcards, and now thrives in memes. The internet was always destined to be a catā€™s playground.

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šŸ¾ How Did You Find Your Cat?

šŸŸ©šŸŸ©šŸŸ©šŸŸ©šŸŸ©šŸŸ© šŸ” Adopted from a shelter/rescue ā€“ Best decision ever! (58%)

šŸŸØšŸŸØā¬œļøā¬œļøā¬œļøā¬œļø šŸ± Found as a stray ā€“ They chose me! (24%)

šŸŸØā¬œļøā¬œļøā¬œļøā¬œļøā¬œļø šŸ’• Inherited or rehomed ā€“ They found their way to me. (18%)

Catā€™s Corner

From mischievous pranks to dinner table takeovers, hereā€™s whatā€™s trending:

  • šŸ˜‚ Watch the viral "cat brainrot" videoā€”itā€™s too relatable! Watch here!

  • šŸŒæ These common household plants are dangerous for cats. View the list!

  • šŸ’‡ā€ā™‚ļø This one simple tip could be the solution to hair loss. Check it out!

  • šŸŽ„ Prankster cat freezes when caught in the act. Watch here!

  • šŸ½ļø Tabby cat boldly claims her seat at the dinner table. Watch here!

šŸ± Bite-Sized Treats

šŸ§ Did You Know: Catsā€™ back legs are so powerful that they can jump up to six times their body length in a single leap!

šŸ˜ø COTD: Give your kitty the spotlight by submitting them for Cat of the Day. Reply to this email with your best photos of your cat, their name, and a short description for the chance to be featured in an upcoming newsletter!

šŸ’Œ Reply for a surprise: If you are reading this reply with your catā€™s favorite thing to do for a surprise in your inbox!