I have a little old cat named Marigold. I found her as a stray when she was a kitten, in 2003. She’s got big green eyes, a peaceful inquiring presence, and soft mottled brown fur. She’s 20 years old, ...

Myths about domestic cats are as ubiquitous as funny cat videos. One of the most persistent of these myths is that cats are independent and really don’t need humans in their lives. Our cat may deign ...