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🐈 The cat that refuses to lose weight
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“You don’t adopt a cat—you gain a shadow with a heartbeat.”
Happy Wednesday:
🏋 Cat refuses to workout
🤸♂️ The secret behind cats’ incredible flexibility
☀️ The best windows for your cat to sunbathe in
🐈 Breed spotlight: Gato
😺 The easiest way to find a new job
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Cat on a Leash Refuses to Budge
Lou the tabby has her own approach to weight loss, and it doesn’t involve walking. Her owner, Annabelle Williams, recently shared a clip of Lou’s “exercise session,” where the leash-wearing cat basked in the sun, rolled once, and declared the workout complete.
Lou’s vet suggested she shed five pounds, but convincing her to move is another story. Even her dad’s encouragement, “Let’s go five steps,” only got Lou to adjust her lounging position. Fans loved the moment, especially spotting the AirTag clipped to her collar. One commenter joked it was perfect for tracking her trips from the kitchen to the living room.
Others came to Lou’s defense, calling her a “sunbathing queen” and praising her roll-based workouts as valid movement.
Whether she’s rolling, sunbathing, or simply soaking up attention, Lou has become a star for doing exactly what she wants on her own terms.
Why Cats Are So Flexible
Ever wonder how your cat can twist mid-air or curl into the tiniest box? Their secret lies in their spine. Cats have 53 vertebrae, about 20 more than humans, giving them nearly twice the torso rotation we can manage.
Their shoulder blades add to the magic. Instead of being fixed by bone, they’re connected by muscle, letting cats stretch their stride and leap incredible distances. Add in small collarbones, and they can flatten themselves to squeeze through impossibly tight spaces.
Flexibility isn’t just for fun. Cats use it for balance, hunting, and staying safe. Their tails steady them on narrow ledges, their bendy spines absorb impact from falls, and their agility helps them groom every spot of fur.
So next time your cat strikes that yoga-like stretch, remember: it’s not both cute and an evolutionary design.
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Breed Spotlight: Gato
The Gato cat has been making waves among cat lovers with one irresistible feature: it looks like a permanent kitten. At just 7–9 inches tall and rarely topping 9 pounds, the Gato is a compact, forever-small feline with an outsized personality.
Developed from a blend of Himalayan and Egyptian Mau lineage, the Gato is both affectionate and intelligent. Its Siamese roots add a sharp, sometimes talkative streak, while the Mau brings athleticism and curiosity. That mix gives the Gato a playful, people-oriented nature that thrives in busy households but also adapts well to quieter homes.
With coats in a rainbow of shades, from silver to red to classic black, no two Gatos look alike. What they do share, though, is a knack for charm: they’re lively, affectionate, and quick learners who might just try walking on a leash if you let them.
For families looking for a unique companion, the Gato offers the perfect blend of small stature and big personality.
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