Category Archives: Famous Cats

Harriet Beecher Stowe and Calvin the Cat

Harriet Beecher Stowe was an American author and abolitionist who became best known for her novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin. She became a cat owner after a grey-blue stray showed up on her doorstep. She named him Calvin after her husband, … Continue reading

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Godfather Cat

Today marks the 50th Anniversary of the “Godfather” movie which premiered on March 24, 1972. The cat held by Marlon Brando in the opening scene of the Godfather was a stray. Director, Francis Ford Coppola found her while on the … Continue reading

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Beckoning Cat

The maneki-neko – (招き猫) – aka the Beckoning Cat, is a popular Japanese figure which is often believed to bring good luck to its owner. Traditionally a Japanese Bobtail calico, beckoning the cat has a paw raised in a beckoning gesture. They are often seen in shops, restaurants, and … Continue reading

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