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Million Dollar Cats

2/9/2019

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The 1970 animated classic The Aristocats tells the story of a family of cats who will eventually inherit their wealthy owner’s fortune. As strange as the concept might seem there have been several cases of wealthy cat-owners leaving their beloved felines their millions after they have passed on.

Aged 59, British singer Dusty Springfield died in 1999. Of “Son of a Preacher Man” fame Springfield made headlines when it became known that she had named her cat, Nicholas, a beneficiary of her will. While the extent of the bequest was not known, the singer left strict instructions as to how her 13-year-old California ragdoll was to be cared for. The will stated that Nicholas must be fed specially imported American baby food, live in a 7-foot high indoor tree house, and “marry” a 5-year-old English blue breed.

American author, Ellen Frey-Wouters is among those whose cats inherited money after their death. Out of her $3-million estate the New York native bequeathed $300,000 to her cats, Troy and Tiger. Two of the author’s former health aides now care for the cats by use of a trust fund, which reimburses them after submitting purchases made for the felines.

In 2005 a reclusive bachelor left his fortune to his cat, Red. David Harper of Canada—who died at the age of 79—left his entire estate to his ginger tabby cat. While the reported $1.3 million estate was officially left to the United Church of Canada the fortune comes to them in the form of an $80 a month that provides for Red’s care, feeding, and veterinary bills.

Guinness World Records holder until 2018, Blackie earned a $12.5 million inheritance at the time of his owner’s demise. Ben Rea was a British antiques dealer and recluse who lived with 15 cats. Instead of remembering his family Rea split his fortune between the only surviving feline (Blackie), and three cat charities who were tasked with the cat’s care.

Perhaps one of the more recent cases is that of a Burmese named Choupette. Companion of the late Karl Lagerfeld the cat inherited part of Lagerfeld’s multimillion-dollar estate upon the Chanel’s designer’s death. Incidentally the “pampered pussy” has over 286,000 followers on Instagram with a massive 119,184 likes alone for Choupette’s post—complete with mourning veil—for her beloved “Daddy Lagerfeld”.
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Astounding as it might seem, Choupette is not the wealthiest feline in either history nor the world. A black Italian cat named Tommaso inherited his 94-year-old owner’s entire estate after her death in 2011. The massive portfolio of widow, Maria Assunta, was valued at over $13 million and includes properties in multiple countries. While laws in Italy prevent the former stray from inheriting the fortune directly his nurse known only as, ‘Stefania’, was named trustee for the feline and his millions.
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Dental Care for Cats

2/9/2019

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Dentists recommend humans brush their teeth twice a day and to have at least one dental check-up a year. Tooth decay, gum disease, and plague build-up are just some of the problems that are easily prevented by a dental hygiene routine – and it is the same for cats.
The seriousness of maintaining dental hygiene cannot be ignored. According to the team at Flinders View Veterinary Surgery, all cats from the age of three are “80% more likely to develop a serious dental disease.” Tartar on the teeth is the main problem vets attribute to these high figures. When tartar or plague is left on the surface of a cat’s teeth the feline’s gums can swiftly become inflamed with a condition more commonly known as gingivitis. Left to further develop gingivitis can result in periodontal disease, which can result in bleeding gums or the loss of teeth. Eventually if bacteria is left unchecked it can spread from the teeth to your cat’s kidneys, heart, lungs, or liver causing irreversible damage.

There are thankfully several points where an observant cat owner can intervene before such damage takes place. Noticing the signs of dental disease is the first line of defence against it. Symptoms include bad breath, drooling, pawing at the mouth, red gums, or a change in eating patterns such a refusing or dropping food.

Vets also recommend a regular hygiene routine that includes brushing your beloved pet’s teeth. It is also important to ensure you do not forget to massage their gums in order to reduce the risk of gum disease.

Brushing your cat’s teeth can be difficult, as cats are usually reluctant to let owner’s do so. It is best to introduce brushing slowly to your pet: start by simply using your finger to ‘brush’ your pet’s mouth. Once they appear willing to allow this you can begin adding tooth paste and eventually a brush – a cat toothbrush or a child’s toothbrush can work well given their size.

It is important to remain patient throughout. Be gentle and reassure your pet whenever possible.
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If tartar remains present on their teeth booking a professional descale and polish is the best course of action in order to prevent both pain and further dental disease. Many veterinary practices have free dental checks or discounted cleans for such a purpose. Further recommendations include dental toys and a dental diet with dry biscuits both designed to remove tartar and maintain teeth cleanliness. Please remember that all dental diets should be given only at the advice of your vet.
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The Celtic Cat

20/8/2019

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Cat Sith
A cunning spy, guardian of the Otherworld, dark spirit, witch, or fairy: these are just a few of the roles that felines play in the legends and tales of Celtic mythology.

The cat was the guardian of the Celtic Otherworld (the Celtic version of the Ancient Greek or Roman Underworld).  To the Celts, cats exhibited a vast intelligence, and were said to guard their secrets for all eternity.

With a reputation for intelligence and secret-keeping, the cats of Celtic mythology supposedly possessed the ability to steal souls – an unfortunate characteristic that contributes to the idea that cats are ‘dark’ or ‘evil’. In order to protect the soul of the recently deceased, Celts would distract the cat with unanswered riddles. The idea was that the curious feline would ponder the riddle, and either forget about the soul or waste the time available to collect it. Another method was to place catnip away from the body to lead the cat away, or to entertain the cat by playing a “coronach” or funeral lament.

One interesting tale is that of the King of Cats. There are numerous stories in Celtic mythology depicting its various incarnations including a brief mention by William Shakespeare, but one well-known depiction is titled, ‘The Farmer’s Cat’. The story goes that one evening a farmer was travelling home when he witnessed eight cats carrying a coffin. The coffin beheld a royal shield, and the cats were chanting that the King of Cats was dead. When the farmer arrived home, he told his wife what he had seen, and their cat promptly cried, “Old Tom is dead? Then I must be King!” And the cat vanished up their chimney.
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Another prominent feline figure of Celtic mythology is Cat Sìth or Cat Sidhe (both pronounced ‘caught shee’). The cat—whose name translates to “fairy cat”—is said to appear in the form of a large black cat with a white spot on its chest. Folklore explains that the cat was in fact a witch who could transform into a cat eight times. Upon transforming the ninth time the witch was trapped in her cat form – a tale that most attribute to the legend of a cat having ‘nine lives’. It was also said that on Samhain (or Halloween) that leaving out a saucer of milk for Cat Sìth would result in a gift from the mythical feline. If Cat Sìth were to pass your house and found no milk the cat would instead curse your cows.

Most speculate that the legend of Cat Sìth is based on a real-life species of cat: the Kellas cat. Native to Scotland, the Kellas cat is a hybrid between the Scottish wildcat and the domestic cat, and was named for the village where it was first found. Originally thought to be pure folklore, the cat features a large stature and black fur – the latter thought to have contributed to its mythical associations. Several specimens of the Kellas cat can be seen today at the National Museum of Scotland.
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Heartworm in Cats

12/8/2019

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​Heartworm can infect many different species including lions, foxes, sea lions, dogs, and cats.
 
With a simple mosquito bite larvae or microfilariae transfers into the animal's bloodstream. In a process that can take 6 months, the larvae matures, and then finds its way to the infected animal’s heart. By mating the adults continue the cycle, which can result in heart and lung disease for the host animal. Mosquitos can flourish in warm weather making many Australian pets high risk candidates for insect bites.
 
Although heartworm is more common in dogs than in cats the feline species can still contract the disease. The unfortunate side affect of this misconception is that many cat owners are not aware of the acute dangers heartworm can have for their felines.
 
One reason dogs have a greater risk of contracting heartworm is that a cat's immune system is extremely good at defending itself against heartworm larvae.
 
A cat's immune system naturally attacks heartworm larvae meaning it does not have the opportunity to grow and infest other parts of the cat's body. The problem with this is that if a cat does have heartworm proteins—that alert vets to the presence of heartworm in the blood stream—are often absent, which can mean an infected cat’s condition goes undetected until it is too late to act.
 
Surgery to remove heartworm from an infected cat is dangerous and often impossible. There is no current approved treatment for the removal of heartworm in cats making preventative measures—such as heartworm tablets and spot-on applicators—one of the only defences against the disease.
 
While there is a large market for dog heartworm preventatives the market for feline equivalents is considerably less. Administrating cat tablets and other treatments can also be difficult for owners. Unlike dog heartworm treatments those for cats are usually difficult for the unwilling cat to swallow, and are usually unpleasant in appearance and odour.
 
Due to the difficulties and lack of options available to cat owners vets recommend routine examinations, consultations with a regular vet, and taking the time to observe your pets.
Symptoms can present in cats in the following ways:
• Increased thirst.
• Lethargy.
• Nosebleeds.
• Respiratory distress such as coughing or difficulty breathing.
• Weight loss.
• Sudden collapse.
 
Vets can assist not only in the administration of heartworm preventatives, but can complete tests to ensure a cat has not been infected. While a blood test can prove ineffective vets can complete x-rays and ultrasounds instead.
 
Hopefully with time researchers can achieve a better understanding of heartworm in cats, and create better products and methods for not only preventing but treating the disease. For now at least it is the cat owners vigilance that will best protect their pets against heartworm.
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Adult Cats: Why They Need You

12/8/2019

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In the 2013/2014 year 120,000 out of 125,000 cats were left unclaimed in Australian pounds. Over half of those cats were euthanised.

Finding a family can be extremely difficult for a cat, as they are far less likely to be adopted compared to their canine counterparts. Adult and senior cats face further difficulty, as potential owners are more often swayed by the adorable eyes of young kittens.

Many charitable and welfare organisations attempt to encourage animal lovers to adopt adult felines with campaigns and promotions. In 2016 PetRescue launched their, ‘Meow's The Time Cat Campaign’ where adoptions of adult cats came with a reduced fee. A RSPCA shelter in South Australia launched a similar campaign in 2018 with lower adoption fees and extended operating hours.

Another method spreading across the websites of such organisations are articles like this one: that promote the positives involved with adopting an adult cat while raising awareness of the resulting tragic consequences when numerous adult cats are left unclaimed.

While there are many reasons as to why cats are left in or find their way to shelters or pounds some of these reasons include maintaining costs, changes in an owner's life, and the mismatching of lifestyles between an owner and their pet.

These particular reasons are unfortunate considering they are often attributed to the positives of adult cat adoption. For example, while a young kitten requires spaying or neutering, immunisations, and other expensive costs an adult cat has already been given most or all of these procedures. Cats that are older have also had the time to learn good habits such as litter box training – more than one kitten owner can tell you the costs and time involved after your beloved kitty decides to “go” on your carpet.

Adult cats have also long developed their personalities and preferences meaning that the cat you meet in a shelter or pound is most likely the demeanour, size, and personality of the cat you take home. This can come as a relief to potential cat adoptees, as they will be likely matched with a pet that suits their lifestyle.

An adult cat's personality also tends to be on the less energetic side. While a young kitten might run around at night, scratch up furniture out of boredom, or exhibit anxiety from being left alone an elder cat is often quite content to relax or amuse itself, or sleep peacefully at its owner’s feet.

Adult cats—due to their maturity, previous families, and past experiences—are also usually familiar with humans, other pets, and children of varying ages. This means that the usual dramatic changes in an owner's life (such as a new baby or new pet) tend to not affect an adult cat in the same potential negative way the same situation would affect a young kitten. The wisdom and patience an adult cat possesses is also a huge benefit to those with young children – an adult cat will not be as easily startled or prone to accidental incidents (scratching for instance) that are characteristic of a playful kitten.
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Besides these benefits there is of course one final, crucial point. An adult cat often faces its last chance in a shelter or pound. While the number of cats facing euthanasia has gone down PetRescue estimates that number remains in the 100,000s. Countless studies prove that cats have long memories. The trauma and negative experiences of their past or the walls of a pound do not need to be their final memories. Adult cats are waiting to find love and safety: if only given the chance.
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Felines in the Headlines

3/8/2019

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Grumpy Cat
​With the first cat appearing on YouTube in 2005 the accomplishments of famous felines extend far beyond the well-known humour of the simple cat video.

In September 2012 a cat named ‘Tartar Sauce’ rose to fame when her owner’s brother posted the cat’s picture on Reddit. Dwarfism and an under bite gave the cat a trademark scowl, and after a YouTube video proved her expression’s authenticity the cat's fame—known thereafter as, ‘Grumpy Cat’—grew from countless memes and newspaper articles to television and talk show appearances, sponsorships, and even a job at Buzzfeed.

While social media continues to propel the modern cat to stardom famous cats have long made headlines by other means.

In March 1996, the story of Scarlett—a cat with five kittens—made international headlines when she carried each of her kittens out of a fire that had broken out in an abandoned garage in Brooklyn, New York. It was reported that Scarlett’s eyes were so severely blistered from the fire that after rescuing her kittens she touched each of them with her nose, “to ensure they were all there”, and then promptly collapsed.

Other cats made famous by their bravery and bizarre circumstances include Simon of the HMS Amethyst as well as a cat known as Unsinkable Sam.  In World War Two the remarkable Unsinkable Sam allegedly survived the sinking of not one, not two, but three ships over the course of six months. Whilst ship's cat, Simon protected the food stores from rats aboard the HMS Amethyst while the ship remained trapped in enemy waters and under fire for over two months – a feat that made Simon the only feline to earn the PDSA Dickin medal for bravery.

As incredible as the thought of a cat in a sea-battle is, cats have also found appointments in equally astounding positions all over the world.

Since the 1500's the English government has kept a ‘Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office’ (Larry), in order to quell their recurring rodent problem. In 1963, Félicette was the first and only cat to successfully go into space. Appearing on Time magazine’s website, Cooper from Seattle has claimed fame for becoming a photographer – a digital camera on his collar allowing the cat to document his adventures. Finally this year Buzzfeed hailed the character of the cat ‘Goose’ as the star of Captain Marvel – the release of a video depicting the feline readying himself for the red carpet premiere only furthered the cat’s popularity.

It seems the ability to capture the interest and admiration of the ever-curious public is a talent the feline species has down to an art form. And as for that simple cat video? Fret not. For as of 2015 the combined view count of all of YouTube's cat videos comes to a grand total of over 24 billion.
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Feline Friends: A Must in Aged Care

22/7/2019

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The RSPCA estimates that there are 3.9 million pet cats across Australia. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare from 2017 to 2018 approximately 229,000 people, “began using aged care services” with two thirds of that number receiving residential care.
When entering such care, it is a sad truth that many pets are not permitted to accompany their beloved owners. Sabine Kloss, spokesperson for the Animal Welfare League, stated that one of the hardest responsibilities that falls to their organisation is to assist elderly pet-lovers in surrendering their furry companions.

Besides the obvious companionship that a pet provides, studies have shown that animals—such as cats—have had profound positive effects on both mental well-being and the often tragic symptoms of aging.

The Australian Companion Animal Council’s report, ‘The Power of Pets’ found that professionals had been examining the positive affect pets can have on humans since the 1960's. This report—and others like it—have demonstrated the direct positive impact cats and other pets can have on a person’s quality of life.

One example is the simple act of petting a cat. Doing so stabilises the heart, which prevents the rise of blood pressure – a common health concern among the elderly. Pets have also been proven to increase morale and reduce mental health conditions such as anxiety, stress, and depression.

With an estimated 49% of Australian aged care residents suffering from depression it is a wonder that more facilities do not allow their residents to reap the benefits of pet care or (at least) pet visitation.

Seasons Aged Care, a pet-friendly aged care home in Queensland, has seen these benefits in action. Pet care alone requires elderly residents to groom, bathe, walk, feed, and otherwise physically care for their animals. These actions maintain joint flexibility and increase exercise and even social interaction, as reluctant residents begin to interact with other pet-lovers both in conversation and physical activity.

For those residents who are nonverbal, immobile, or without visitors, the mere presence of a gentle pet (such as a cat) can distract residents from chronic pain and loneliness. Welcoming pets into residential care facilities is one of the only permanent ways to, “deliver a noticeably improved atmosphere”, as the Animal Welfare League attests.

At Villa Maria Catholic Homes in Melbourne, dementia sufferers have also found comfort and distraction in cats and other familiar animals. As Dementia Australia explains, their organisation’s namesake can result in behaviour changes including aggression, anxiety, and resistance. Staff at Season Aged Care have reported the incredible improvement pets have had on their residents. One elderly female—who had kept cats as pets—began smiling, eating, and talking after once again interacting with the familiar species. She had previously refused to eat or drink.
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Cats and other pets can anchor residents by providing familiarity, structure, and companionship. For the family member forced to watch a loved one’s decline, the confused dementia sufferer, or the lonely resident unable to leave care: the countless benefits a pet can provide is surely an invaluable resource to aged care facilities everywhere.
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The Sacred Cat

17/7/2019

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The Sacred Cat
“Of all God’s creatures, there is only one that cannot be made slave of the lash. That one is the cat,” so said the great American novelist, Mark Twain.

The cat's role in society has seen dramatic change throughout history from fierce goddess to female nurturer, pest control to protector of the underworld, and (of course) that of the beloved domestic companion and occasional household ruler.

The relationship between humans and felines may have begun as early as over 12,000 years ago. According to a 2007 published study, cats may have first been domesticated when humans used them to eradicate mice from their grain stores. Amusingly enough one author of the study pondered the idea that cats “domesticated themselves” after delighting in the vast supply of prey eventually becoming the docile and clever creatures we know today.

This view of the cat as a sophisticated and even sacred animal comes to us from one of history’s oldest accounts of the species: Ancient Egypt.

The National Geographic Museum and The British Museum are among those institutions that preserve several cat related artefacts including statues and tomb paintings recovered from Ancient Egyptian burial sites. From as far back as third millennium BC it was once a common funerary practice to include not only artefacts but the mummified remains of cats in Egyptian tombs.

The cat itself was revered by the Ancient Egyptians, as reflected in their worship of cat-like deities. The most well know of these being the cat goddess, Bastet—a goddess associated with love, motherhood, and protection—who was honoured with the entire city of Bubastis. Located in the eastern Nile Delta the city contained an impressive Bastet temple while the city itself was considered sacred by Bastet's followers. Mummified cats were sought after commodities by such followers – often used by the Bastet cults as sacrifices to honour the goddess.
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Despite banning the exporting of cats the Egyptians' sacred and favoured animal was smuggled out of the country and has gone on to become  one of the most popular domestic animals of the day. The ancient belief in the cat's superiority is echoed in modern domestic equivalents from the internet cat videos of cat versus dog to home decor pieces carved or stitched with witty quips such as, “dogs have masters; cats have servants”. Interestingly enough even the Ancient Egyptians often kept their sacred animal as a beloved pet. The discovery of a pet cemetery in Egypt—complete with over 80 cat skeletons maintained and buried with wealth and obvious affection—shows that the cat is an animal who was always meant to be showered with love, respect, and care.
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Beginner's Guide to Surrendering a Cat

8/7/2019

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Certain circumstances can lead to the heartbreaking result of surrendering a beloved companion. It is never an easy decision for any pet owner to make. This quick guide will highlight some of the responsible actions you can take before making the final call. 
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Consider the alternatives 
RSPCA provides helpful strategies that you could potentially incorporate based on your current situation. In a bit of a time crunch? Why not hire a pet-sitter, or ask a close friend to watch your pet for the afternoon? Currently renting? Consider a pet CV for your landlord. 

Network with friends and family 
Your cat may already be familiar with those in your immediate circle. If you have truly exhausted all your options, have a chat to a close friend or relative to see if they would be willing to rehome or even foster your pet. This will ease the adjustment period all pets face when they enter unfamiliar territory. 

Utilise the power of social media 
Get the word out by reaching out to friends on Facebook. Provide photographs and include accurate details, including breed, desexing and vaccination status, appealing qualities, and reasons for rehoming. Facebook group pages are also a great way to reach a larger audience. When all else fails, turn to traditional media and spread the word through the local newspaper and community noticeboards.

Prepare for rehoming 
Get your pet’s health checked, and make sure your cat is desexed, treated for fleas, vaccinated, and well-groomed. Go through a meet and greet with potential candidates and complete a home and reference check. This will give you peace of mind and ensure your little feline friend is brought up in a good environment. Don’t forget to also update the necessary paperwork (council registration, change of ownership forms, microchip details etc.)!

Reach out to Reputable Rescue Groups  
Many organisations in Australia are more than willing to help find a new home for your pet. Do your research to find the right rescue group for you within your area. Once you get into contact with your chosen organisation, provide as much detail as possible to ensure your companion gets the best chance of adoption.  

Surrendering a pet can come with a rollercoaster of emotions, yet it is important to acknowledge that there is always support available to ease the process. At FFARQ, we are dedicated to finding forever homes for surrendered, stray and abandoned cats. If you are interested in surrendering a cat to FFARQ, you can contact us through the FFARQ Facebook page or submit a form through our website. 

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Written by Claudine Prior for FFARQ.

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Taiwan's Cat Village

8/7/2019

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On the north eastern flank of Taiwan lies the Ruifang region. There, nestled beneath verdant mountains and adjacent to the gently chugging swirl of the Keelung river, is the sparsely populated and distinctly forlorn looking former coal mining village of Houtong. First impressions can be deceptive however. Somewhat improbably, Houtong has re-invented itself. From the decaying remnants of a once thriving coal town has sprung a centre for numerous stray and homeless cats. The furry little terrors have not only taken over the village, they have spawned a very different industry, tourism, and with it a new lease of life for this little corner of Taiwan. 

In its heyday, Houtong perched atop Taiwan’s largest coal mine and extracted and processed around 220,000 tons of ‘black gold’ each year. While the mine brought prosperity to Houtong, it cloaked the surrounding mountains, and the lungs of the local miners, in vast quantities of acrid coal dust. This generated a roaring trade in ‘metal cow’ powder, an over the counter drug used to treat the chronic respiratory illnesses that afflicted so many. As the local coal mining industry declined and died out in the 1990s, Houtong followed suit. Its inhabitants drifted away in search of new opportunities. Ultimately, only a few hundred residents remained.  

Things started taking a turn for the better from 2008, when local cat lovers enlisted volunteers and launched a program to care for stray and abandoned cats. Word and cat murmurs soon spread, donations and more cats flooded in and the ‘cat village’ began to emerge.  

Arriving in Houtong by train, one emerges into an austere, grey station which has all the outward attributes of a 1970s prefab but was in fact built during the Japanese rule of Taiwan from 1895 to 1945. Within the station, thick wooden ledges are occupied not by timetables and ticket machines but by railway themed images of cats and several real moggies; mostly black and white or tabby, plump and fast asleep. 
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On one side of the station building lies the bare bones of the old coal mining industry, including the charred and derelict shell of a once state of the art coal preparation plant. On the other side, accessed via ‘cat bridge’, perches the cat village itself. The village snakes up the mountain and comprises a few small, cat-themed shops and a collection of former miners’ cottages. Here, most of the resident cat population can be found, ambling around or just dozing like their train spotting cousins. They seem to be a little miffed by the steady flow of international cell phone snappers. It’s their village now after all.

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