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New Study Suggests Cats and Dogs Experience Feelings Like Humans

New Study Suggests Cats and Dogs Experience Feelings Like Humans

A new scientific paper published in October by scientists at Harvard and Texas State University suggests that mammals, like cats and dogs, can experience pleasant or unpleasant feelings associated with the mental representation of an experience or object – this is known as “hedonic valence.” Hedonic valence is a psychological term commonly used for the human experience of how a person interprets feelings – either positive or negative.

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Cat Frozen To The Ground, Barely Alive, Rescued

Jenay Chartier, an employee of Macomb County Public Works, discovered a cat in desperate need of help in a cul-de-sac north of Detroit. Upon examining the cat, she found the back paws, a front paw and tail were frozen and stuck in the snow. She managed to free the little black cat using towels and water and brought it with her to work for the remaining hour of her shift.

The Netherlands Wants To Ban Designer Breeds

At-a-Glance - Article Highlights Designer cat breeds (and dog breeds) are problematic for the animal's health. Many owners acquire these designer breeds without knowing or understanding the inherent health issues these pets face like arthritis, weak bones and painful...

New pill treats diabetic cats without daily insulin shots

Diabetes, whether in people or pets, is caused when too much glucose, or sugar, builds up in the bloodstream because the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin, a hormone, or use it properly. Bexacat lowers blood sugar by causing it to be excreted in urine. Symptoms of feline diabetes include increased thirst and urination, increased appetite and weight loss.

Congress passes ‘Tiger King’ bill banning private ownership of big cats

Story summary Congress unanimously voted to ban the private ownership of big cats without a single "no" vote in the senate Existing big cats must be registered No new cats can be acquired/purchased/owned Public contact with six types of big cats is also banned...
New Study Suggests Cats and Dogs Experience Feelings Like Humans

New Study Suggests Cats and Dogs Experience Feelings Like Humans

A new scientific paper published in October by scientists at Harvard and Texas State University suggests that mammals, like cats and dogs, can experience pleasant or unpleasant feelings associated with the mental representation of an experience or object – this is known as “hedonic valence.” Hedonic valence is a psychological term commonly used for the human experience of how a person interprets feelings – either positive or negative.

Larry The Cat Shines At Rishi Sunak’s Address

Larry The Cat Shines At Rishi Sunak’s Address

Our good ‘ole pal, Larry the Cat, is at it again!

This time, Larry the Cat stood by and stole the show as Britain’s new Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, was making an address to the public. Larry was the star (as per usual) making an appearance and catching the attention of onlookers and reporters.