All cat moms can relate to this hug-turned-nap situation. Sometimes, all you really need is a hug. That’s especially true lately with social distancing putting a damper on embracing our loved ones.

While your cat may enjoy interacting with you, it's important to respect its boundaries. Here’re other ways to show affection to your cat apart from hugs. One of the most lovable pets across the globe ...

Hugs are undeniably great, but hugs from a cat? Get ready to smile for hours, because cat hugs are basically the best things on the planet. Cat hugs have the power to dig up emotions buried deep ...

A valiant martyr of the cat community (Picture: Amy Maskell) Cats across the world breathed a collective sigh of relief this morning. Because Hug Your Cat Day is over for another year, as cat lovers ...

As much as you would like to hug your cat and feel the surge of those happy hormones, some of our feline friends are not exactly a fan of being hugged and may slip out of your warm embrace. Before ...

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