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In nearly every movie where a cat gets stuck in a tree, the fire department comes rushing to the rescue.

In reality, that’s rarely how it works.

For thousands of cat owners across Washington State, the people answering those frantic calls are Shaun Sears, Tom Otto, and the team at

In this episode of Catster’s Chatty Cattys podcast, Nicole and Dr. Karyn dive into the dark side of big cat tourism and the ethical complexities of wildlife interactions. Prompted by recent tragic reports of tiger deaths in Thailand, the duo explores how the desire for the “ultimate selfie” can inadvertently fuel the mistreatment and exploitation of exotic animals.

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Door-sitting is one of those quirky little habits that almost every cat owner experiences at some point. You know how it goes: a cat parks itself at a doorway, often inconveniently, staring, motionless, at the closed door. Although no single explanation applies to every cat, there are several theories behind the behavior, ranging from mundane to mildly concerning.

Let’...

Sometimes the most meaningful friendships begin in the most unexpected places. At a Maryland veterinary hospital operated by Last Chance Animal Rescue, two young animals recovering from life-changing injuries found comfort in each other’s company. Bluebe...