Japan’s Cat Island!

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Aoshima Island is a small, picturesque island located in Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. It is also known as “Cat Island” due to its large population of feral cats that significantly outnumber human residents. This unique and adorable feature has made Aoshima Island a popular tourist destination, especially for cat lovers from around the world.

The cats on the island are believed to have been brought here decades ago to help control the local mouse population. Over time, the feline population grew, and the cats have become an integral part of the island’s charm and appeal. Visitors are attracted to the opportunity to interact with and observe the cats roaming freely across the island.

There are no cars and only about 50 people left living on the island.

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Guy straps camera on to a stray cat

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Strays are a huge issue in some countries.

Reducing the stray cat population requires a multi-faceted approach. Here are some ways to reduce the stray cat population:

  1. Spaying and Neutering: One of the most effective ways to reduce the stray cat population is through spaying and neutering programs. This can be done by providing low-cost or free spaying and neutering services to cat owners and encouraging people to adopt cats rather than buying them from breeders.
  2. Education: Raising public awareness about the importance of spaying and neutering cats can help reduce the number of unwanted litters. Educating people about the proper care and management of cats can also reduce the number of cats that are abandoned or left to roam the streets.
  3. Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR): TNR is a humane and effective method of managing feral cat populations. Cats are trapped, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and then returned to their original location. This helps reduce the number of cats that can reproduce and also helps control the spread of diseases.
  4. Adoption: Encouraging people to adopt cats from shelters and rescue organizations can help reduce the number of stray cats on the streets. Adoption events, promotions, and awareness campaigns can help increase adoption rates.
  5. Community Involvement: Engaging the community in managing the stray cat population can help build a sense of ownership and responsibility. This can involve working with local government, businesses, and residents to provide resources and support for spaying and neutering, TNR, and adoption efforts.
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Cute Russian Blue

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A Russian Blue is a breed of domestic cat that is known for its distinctive blue-gray coat and green eyes. This breed is believed to have originated in the port city of Arkhangelsk, Russia, and was first introduced to England in the late 1800s.

Russian Blues are known for their calm and affectionate personalities, as well as their intelligence and playfulness. They are typically medium-sized cats with a lean and muscular build, and their short, dense coat is soft to the touch and has a shimmering silver-blue color.

Russian Blues are a popular breed among cat lovers due to their unique appearance and friendly nature. They require minimal grooming and are generally healthy and low-maintenance pets. However, as with any breed, it’s important to do your research and ensure that a Russian Blue is a good fit for your lifestyle and living situation before adopting one.

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The Friskies ultimate cat compilation 2014

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Thank you, CATS (and your humans)! Because of your videos, Purina® Friskies® donated over $20,000 and 250,000 cans to cat charities and the world is a better place. In a world where cat videos rule the internet we asked you, the internet, to send in more cat videos. You blew us away with over 2,000 submissions!

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Cute black and white hides from foster mom for a year

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Black and white Gia the cat was rescued from a dumping ground. Stacia expected to foster Gia for a short period of time, but Gia was so scared from her time outside, so Stacia began working on getting Gia comfortable. Gia hid from Stacia for a whole year, until suddenly, she wanted to be near Stacia all the time!

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