Christopher Bays

Christopher Bays is a writer and editor with a soft spot for cats of all shapes and sizes. He enjoys researching and caring for Olga, an adopted Russian Blue mix who is always by his side while working. In his free time, Christopher enjoys gardening, writing short stories, listening to music, and hiking.

I don't like most films, but this Jackie Chan movie is hilarious.

How Cats Respond to the Television: Olga’s Occasional Reactions

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Unlike their owners, most cats aren’t fascinated by television, which is probably good because the feline obesity problem would be much worse. Some indoor cats don’t get enough exercise, and if they are glued to the tube […]

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I love it when you arrange the brush and clippers like a surgeon organizing their surgical tools.

Cat Grooming Challenges: Olga’s Battle With the Brush

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Brushing your cat’s coat keeps it healthy, reduces shedding, redistributes the natural oil, and sometimes allows you to practice first-aid skills. Veterinarians and behavioral specialists recommend introducing grooming to cats when they’re kittens, and while I agree

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Did you notice that Stephen King misspelled cemetery?

How Movies and Television Portray Cats: Stereotypes & Olga’s Nature

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Before a friend gave me a Siamese cat several years ago, I knew little about them and had no idea how vocal they were. I met several people who thought they were meaner and more devious than other breeds,

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I'm not responding to your request because I'm a cat, and I don't want to.

Words Your Cat Understands: Olga’s Language Skills

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Felines aren’t usually admired for their grasp of human language, and compared to dogs and primates, they’re not very responsive to our commands and pleas. Some blame this on their independent nature or ambivalence; others think cats don’t listen

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I'll have that report typed up for you as soon as you trim my nails properly.

Office Cats: The Pros & Cons of Felines in the Workplace

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Some companies allow employees to bring their dogs to work, but very few allow cats. Most remote workers, including my colleagues, enjoy having their felines around their home offices. Even though they leap on our keyboards, interrupt our video

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I heard a good joke the other day. So, two humans walk into a cat cafe.

Do Cats Have a Sense of Humor: Olga’s Comedic Ways

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. I didn’t have a boring life before adopting Olga, but she has entertained me for almost eight years. When studying cat behavior, we often connect their actions to instincts. Their aversion to water is attributed to their desert origins,

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Sitting in this chair is not a good idea. It's mine.

Are Cats Manipulative? Olga’s Manipulation Skills

Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Cats find creative ways to get our attention, but some of their techniques are more cunning than others. Although dogs are more famous for their begging skills than cats, Olga has developed a system that encourages me to feed

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