Tuxedo cats are known for their unique coat pattern which resembles a classic tuxedo outfit. You know, those fancy black and white suits. However, their unique coats are just one of many interesting features of this cat. With that said, let’s dive into 12 surprising facts about tuxedo cats. Tuxedo Cat Facts 1. Tuxedo is Not a Breed A common misconception about tuxedo cats is that they are a specific breed. The truth is, “tuxedo” Read more…
Chances are you have seen advertisements for Chewy, an online retailer that sells pet supplies. However, Chewy is just one of many stores that offer pet products. With other options out there, is Chewy.com worth it? To find out, I compiled a list of cat items I needed and put Chewy’s service to the test. This review is based on three categories: pricing, shipping, and customer service. Each category’s rating is based on a scale Read more…
When I learned about a new cat-friendly ice cream, Screaming Bonito by Pet Winery, I was immediately intrigued. A cat ice cream that’s not only safe, but healthy too?! What?! Excited as could be, I decided to let my cats try the “Cat Ice Cream Bundle” which comes with a half pint of Screaming Bonito and a container of Kitty Sprinkles as a topping. I know, I know. They’re spoiled rotten. This product review is Read more…
Do you want to help The Purring Journal to help cats in need? Vote for Maggie May to win America’s Favorite Pet! Let us explain. Our very own Maggie, Advertising Manager of The Purring Journal, is a contestant for America’s Favorite Pet. If Maggie wins, she will land on the cover of Catster Magazine and receive $5,000. Winning would help tremendously because the cash prize would go towards improving the quality of this blog and Read more…
Disney+ banned “The Aristocats,” and other popular films, from children. But why? The reason is to prevent young audiences from viewing racist content. It turns out that Disney banned this film, and others, from children after a group of outside experts advised the content be changed to represent global audiences. “The Aristocats” (1970), is blocked from the profiles of children under age seven. However, the movie is still accessible on adult accounts, but with a Read more…
As much as we love our feline friends, we also want to keep our décor nice. The good news? After researching expert advice, we found 10 easy methods to stop your cat from scratching furniture. If you feel frustrated, just know that you aren’t alone. My wife and I went through “the scratching phase” with Maggie. Thankfully, it only took a combination of two methods to make her lose interest in scratching our couch and Read more…
Do you want to make homemade cat treats for your feline friend? With just 3 ingredients, you can whip up healthy tuna/catnip treats that your cat will love. Cats Need Protein I decided to make this recipe because I wanted to give my cats healthy treats with ingredients I had on hand. While researching ideas, I noticed that most cat treat recipes called for either all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour. Although flour isn’t bad Read more…
This is a product review of Sheba Perfect Portions, a popular wet cat food. This was chosen as The Purring Journal’s first product review because my cats have been eating this brand for quite a while. Although my cats like some flavors better than others, all three seem to like their meals. However, taste is subjective. Just like humans, cats have different likes and dislikes, which is why taste is not included in this review. Read more…
It’s the middle of the night and you are sound asleep. Then, you startle awake to hear scratching at the door, followed by a loud “meow.” Your cat is either hungry or eager to play, but either way, it’s still bedtime. Being woken up at night is a common frustration that many cat parents face. But how can you stop your cat from waking you up at 3AM? And why do they do it? First, Read more…
In 2000, an abandoned litter of kittens was found on the side of the road. The sole survivor was offered to Brian, a known cat-lover. Brian took the kitten in and nursed him to health. Little did he know that his cat would later become “Facebook famous” after inspiring him to start The Ginger Cat Gang. Brian named the cat “Murphy.” He picked the name because the cat’s ginger fur (orange coat) and green eyes Read more…