— By Kritika Manchanda

- The house remains free of mice! Truly the best rat-catcher in town!!!
- You get to experience new adventures every day – one day you get a gift of a dead bird from the garden, one day you’re chasing her in the yard as she chases a squirrel, and one day you find her hiding above the closet.
- Our feline friends teach us empathy, kindness, and responsibility, making us better human beings.
- They create memorable moments that become cherished stories and remain etched on our hearts forever.
- Cats are wonderful companions and reduce feelings of loneliness. They offer comfort and affection (in their own unique way). Whether it is playing with you, welcoming you with lots of purrs at the door, or curling up next to you, they make you feel emotionally supported.
- Masters of teaching us the joys of small moments. Napping during the day, a simple cardboard box giving them immense happiness, or a crushed newspaper ball becomes a prized possession.
- They don’t judge your appearance, looks, or bad days. The love is unconditional, and it is such an important lesson that we humans should learn from our feline friends.
- You get tiny fluffy interior designers who constantly keep rearranging your desk and home!
- Cats remind us that naps are a valid life strategy and a non-negotiable.
- They make every homecoming feel super special. That waiting at the door, welcoming us with purrs, and showing unmatched love just takes away all that you’ve had to go through during the day.
- Cats are creatures of habit and make us follow a routine. Whether it is following their food time, play time, or grooming time, you’re always on your toes.
- Trust your cat to teach you that rest is something to enjoy, and not earn. So, rest, rejuvenate, and get back at it.
- They make every Zoom meeting more interesting – whether it is by walking on your keyboard or making a special appearance in the background and being the conversation starter.
- If you are a cat parent, then one of the biggest lessons they teach us is that enjoying your own company is not boring. Your pet is a master at it, spending time with herself, self-grooming, contemplating life on that windowsill, and soaking up all the sun!
- They playfully entertain us with their antics and quietly become a part of our happiest memories.
- Life has its share of ups and downs. But when you have a companion as fluffy and cute as your pet, then the journey seems a tad bit easier! The best companion God could give us, especially during those stressful times.
- Cats remind us that curiosity doesn’t have an expiration date! Keep exploring.
- The best encouragement for slow mornings and quaint evenings. A sip of your coffee in the garden or on the balcony, listening to the birds, and enjoying your beloved cat’s company – what better way to start your morning??? You can relax with her, spend time grooming and strengthening your bond.
- Caring for a cat gives a lot of people a sense of purpose. And that’s why a lot of couples these days, especially with a modern urban lifestyle, prefer to be pet parents rather than having kids.
- Your cat is the queen of self-grooming, and she teaches us that self-love is the most important. Fill your cup so that you can fight the world.
- Cats teach us that being unique has its own charm. Every cat I’ve met owns her personality, and I’ve learnt to take pride in my skin from them.
- Needless to say, they are our favourite stress busters. Watching her nap/play is the epitome of dopamine menu – feline edition.

