A contest planned for children in New Zealand to hunt and kill feral cats as part of a drive to protect native species has been axed following backlash from the public and animal rights groups. The ...

"A cat or kitten can be a wonderful addition to a family," according to Vicki Jo Harrison, president of the International Cat Association. For children, cats can be great companions and good teachers.

They’ll hath no furry. A children’s cat-hunting competition targeting feral felines in New Zealand has been canceled after the planned event sparked outrage among animal-rights activists. Organizers ...

These cats thrive in busy, love-filled homes.

DOVER — Pete the Cat, that groovy feline who likes to sing his songs as he goes along, will visit the Children's Museum from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. Pete will be visiting as part of the ...

There are three key personality traits in cats that help us predict whether they can have a good relationship with children: patience, an energetic attitude and a low need to defend their territory.

Feline friends can help families in more ways than one. Cats help calm children with autism, according to new research from the University of Missouri. The study was conducted by Gretchen Carlisle, ...

Children who grow up with dogs and cats in the home have a significantly reduced risk of developing common allergies- some by 50 percent or more - a surprising finding resulting from a study following ...

Cats don’t get much respect—at least among researchers who study the relationships between pets and people. For example, at the 2017 conference of the International Society of Anthrozoology, 32 ...

Fluffy Cat Outsmarts Child-Proof Kitchen Cabinet Like a Total Boss originally appeared on Parade Pets. We're all familiar with the phrase, "Where there's a will, there's a way," meaning if you want ...