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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


"Cats donāt follow rulesāthey write their own."
Happy Friday:
š„° Your catās newest obsession? This viral video
š Meet todayās cat of the day, Luna
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š» Cats took over the internetāhereās why
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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 Catās Newest Obsession? This Viral Video
If youāve ever lost an hour (or three) to mindless scrolling, youāre not alone. The internet is full of brain-rot contentāthose 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 whatās really going on here? According to feline behavior expert Stephen Quandt, itās not brain rotāitās instinct. The movement, sound effects, and contrasting colors trigger a catās natural hunting drive, much like watching a squirrel through a window.
Unlike humans, cats donāt 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, noāyour cat isnāt experiencing brain rot. Theyāre 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, weād love to hear from you!


Meet Todayās 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 Allisonās backyard, and after attempts to find her owners, it became clearāLuna had already picked her family. Each night, she scratched at the window and patio door, asking to come inside. It didnāt 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 Lunaās 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 kittyāthey might be next!

Image courtesy of Daily Purr reader Allison.

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Cats Took Over the InternetāHereās Why
Cat videos arenāt just popularāthey 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 roleāunlike dogs, cats are semi-domesticated and famously aloof, making their rare moments of affection even more rewarding.
Then thereās their expressiveness. We canāt resist anthropomorphizing their grumpy glares or playful antics, making them perfect meme material. Plus, cat lovers tend to be introverts and creativesāthe very people driving internet culture.
So, next time you catch yourself watching yet another cat video, know that youāre part of a long traditionāone that started with ancient art, flourished on postcards, and now thrives in memes. The internet was always destined to be a catās playground.


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Catās Corner
From mischievous pranks to dinner table takeovers, hereās whatās trending:
š Watch the viral "cat brainrot" videoāitās too relatable! Watch here!
šæ These common household plants are dangerous for cats. View the list!
šāāļø This one simple tip could be the solution to hair loss. Check it out!
š„ Prankster cat freezes when caught in the act. Watch here!
š½ļø Tabby cat boldly claims her seat at the dinner table. Watch here!

š± Bite-Sized Treats
š§ Did You Know: Catsā back legs are so powerful that they can jump up to six times their body length in a single leap!
šø 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!
š Reply for a surprise: If you are reading this reply with your catās favorite thing to do for a surprise in your inbox!