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Cats are a pure shot of serotonin. They're unabashedly cute, whip-smart, and sometimes downright devilish. Don't have a cat in your line of sight right now? These 6 Japanese manga will help you embrace your inner cat person. Fruits Basket by Natsuki Takaya  Cheerful and warmhearted high schooler Tohru Honda always wears a smile, so nobody realizes a family tragedy has turned her life upside down. When her paternal grandfather renovates his house, Tohru has to temporarily find a new place to stay. Because she doesn’t want to burden her friends, she pitches a tent on private pro ..read more

Most cats are notorious food snubbers. That is why cat lovers work hard to find the perfect food to please the pickiest feline palate. Dry cat food or wet cat food? Pâté or Chunky? Chicken or salmon? While the cat food choices are endless, there is another snack for your little meat-eater…cat grass.  Why would my finicky feline eat grass, you may be asking? What is cat grass, and is there more than one type? Are leafy greens safe for my kitty? Here is what you need to know about cat grass. What is cat grass? Cat grass is any grass grown specifically to feed cats. It s ..read more

  When your cat curls up in your lap for a nap or stretches out in the sun, you may hear a soft, deep, and throaty rumble as she breathes in and out. Touch her, and you'll feel tiny vibrations.  While purring is the hallmark of a happy cat, it doesn’t always mean that your cat is simply content. Cats purr for many different reasons, including when they’re hungry or hurt.   Here are 6 reasons your cat may purr. 1. Your cat is happy and content.  Your cat seems relaxed: maybe she has curled her front paws under her chest and tucked her back paws unde ..read more

If you have ever lived with a cat, you probably know about the big daddy of kitty highs: catnip.    A recent study found that 32% of cats do not react to the stuff. Scientists believe these cats simply lack a “catnip gene”. It is linked to where your cat's breed came from and if catnip grew there.  Did you know there is a catnip alternative that can add some extra pizzazz to the lives of cats that do not go batty for 'nip? If your kitty ignores catnip toys, sprays, and leaves, have no fear: Tatarian honeysuckle can send your cat ..read more

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Photos courtesy of Kira Goldfarb Munchiecat is proud to support small and local businesses. Recently, we had the opportunity to speak with Kira Goldfarb, the founder of Cat on the Corner in Catskill, New York. In 2020, she opened her cat-themed gift and novelty store because she wanted to bring something new, fun, and unique to her hometown. She also wanted to attract cat lovers from near and far to visit, shop, and enjoy the scenic river city.   Goldfarb is also a professional cat sitter, and she has her own handmade pet accessory business called  ..read more

Photos courtesy of Mia Sakai and Tim Hannifan Some hit their local convenience store for a Diet Coke and Doritos. Others make a late-night pit stop for a six-pack and scratchers or an emergency trip for toilet paper. But at Ándale Market — "a curated corner store" in Chicago, Illinois — you might find herb-infused carbonated water, artisan roasted tomato cheddar soup, or realistic hand gesture candles. The Pandemic Pivot Owner Mia Sakai has a background in branding, graphic design, and marketing. She has also been involved in pop-up home and lifestyle retail stores before ..read more