This month in My Cat Exclusive Magazine, we get ready for the summer holiday. Find out if you should put sunscreen on your cat, how you can comfort your feline friend during a thunderstorm, which items you should pack when taking your feline bestie with you on holiday, and much, much more!
Just like humans, cats are sensitive to the sun. In this article, we’ll explore whether cats need sunscreen and how to protect your feline friend from harmful UV rays.
Many types of cat litter, especially clay-based clumping litters, give off loads of fine dust. Here’s how that can be harmful to you and your feline friend, and what you can do minimize dust.
Why Are Cats Scared of Thunder and How to Comfort Them?
Many cats become frightened during thunderstorms, reacting to the loud noises and sudden flashes of light. Knowing why they react this way and how to help them feel more at ease can make a big difference for your furry friend.
Keeping your cat well-hydrated is essential for their health and happiness. Here are some simple, fun tips to encourage your cat to drink more water and stay hydrated.
Cats are creatures of habit, and just like us, they can experience a kind of jet lag. While humans usually show jet lag through difficulty sleeping or staying awake, our feline friends seem to be affected most when their feeding schedule is disrupted, making them hangry.
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Cats are creatures of habit, and just like us, they can experience a kind of jet lag. While humans usually show jet lag through difficulty sleeping or staying awake, our feline friends seem to be affected most when their feeding schedule is disrupted, making them hangry.
Félicette was the first cat to travel all the way to space
On October 18, 1963, a black-and-white cat from Paris named Félicette made history as she was the first feline to be launched into space. The brave cat-stronaut stayed up there for about 13 minutes before safely landing back on Earth. After her big adventure, Félicette became a bit of a star, and in 2019, more than 50 years after her death, she received her own statue at the International Space University in Strasbourg, France.
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On October 18, 1963, a black-and-white cat from Paris named Félicette made history as she was the first feline to be launched into space. The brave cat-stronaut stayed up there for about 13 minutes before safely landing back on Earth. After her big adventure, Félicette became a bit of a star, and in 2019, more than 50 years after her death, she received her own statue at the International Space University in Strasbourg, France.
There’s a Guinness World Record for the longest human tunnel traveled through on a skateboard by a cat
We really couldn’t make this one up! On February 9, 2017, a Bengal cat named Boomer skated through a tunnel formed by 13 people standing with their legs apart. Boomer could easily have set an even bigger record, as when he left the human tunnel, he just kept on going. Nice work, Boomer!
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We really couldn’t make this one up! On February 9, 2017, a Bengal cat named Boomer skated through a tunnel formed by 13 people standing with their legs apart. Boomer could easily have set an even bigger record, as when he left the human tunnel, he just kept on going. Nice work, Boomer!
If you live in the European Union, your pet cat can have their very own passport. This little booklet, issued by a vet during the animal’s first visit, includes identification details, information about whether your cat has been spayed or neutered, a complete record of their vaccinations, and microchip information. Cats traveling into or within the EU must have a valid passport and be microchipped.
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If you live in the European Union, your pet cat can have their very own passport. This little booklet, issued by a vet during the animal’s first visit, includes identification details, information about whether your cat has been spayed or neutered, a complete record of their vaccinations, and microchip information. Cats traveling into or within the EU must have a valid passport and be microchipped.
In 2024, a cat was accidentally shipped in an Amazon box
Galena, a calico cat from Utah, survived being shipped all the way across the USA to California after sneaking into a cardboard box. An Amazon employee discovered the poor feline inside a return package after she had been in transit for six days without food or water. Luckily, she was completely unharmed, albeit a little skinnier.
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Galena, a calico cat from Utah, survived being shipped all the way across the USA to California after sneaking into a cardboard box. An Amazon employee discovered the poor feline inside a return package after she had been in transit for six days without food or water. Luckily, she was completely unharmed, albeit a little skinnier.
In our cat chat topic, we ask about your opinion or experience with your furry friend(s).
Last month’s question & results
Does your cat ever eat insects?
Yes
83%
No
17%
This month’s question & results
Do you take your cat with you when you travel?
Yes
12%
Sometimes
22%
No
66%
Catitude
Why do Cats have Toe Beans?
Cats’ paw pads, often affectionately called ‘toe beans’, are more than just ornamental little pillows. Let’s explore the fascinating functions of your feline’s adorable feet cushions and discover why your cat was gifted with them.
Who doesn’t love scrolling through cat videos for hours? These are some of the cutest and funniest cat videos we came across this month, so we thought we’d share them with you.
Be sure to check out the cat shadow trend in the final videos! Can you create a shadow cat? Don’t hesitate to DM us your photos on social media!
Your Favorite Cat Video in our Magazine?
Did you spot a cat video on social media that you think everyone should see? Or did you upload an amazing video of your cat to your own socials?
Send us a link via DM on social media, and we just might feature it in one of the next magazine issues! While no rewards will be given, your video just might win eternal fame!
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Use the golden arrows to explore all our top cat video picks!
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Shelter contest
Shelter Contest Winners
Congratulations! These cat shelters and rescue organizations win a fabulous prize! Are you affiliated with one of them? Your organisation will soon receive an email from us.
The lucky winners
Sheltering hands
Princeton’s Meow
Furball Farm Cat Sanctuary
Saving One Life
Spay Day Nova Scotia
Cabane à Chat
Saskatoon SCAT Street Cat Rescue
My Grandfather’s Cat
The Cat Welfare Group
Betley Cat Rescue
Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre
Big hearts small paws
Kitten Safe House e.V.
Tierheim Berlin
Katzenrettung Gangelt e.V.
Association Les Pattes de L’Espoir
Chats libres citoyens de Saint-Priest
Association les Coups Fourrés ACF
La Tropa de Isra
La Kittyguardería
Mascotas de Priego Miau
Associação Gatos de Ninguém
União Zoofila
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While the contest is over, you can still add your local shelter to our shelter list, to help future cat parents find adoptable cats in their area.
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