Cats

Weekend Open Thread

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026Not That Mike The Other Mike25 Comments

Happy Caturday, and welcome to the open thread. Today reader Tara O. shares her beloved Butch taking a colorful catnap:

My new mattress arrived on Sunday afternoon. I had just finished putting the sheets on when Butch decided to take the new mattress for a test drive. He absolutely approves.

A cat with black fur sits on a bedspread with colors of yellow, orange and red. A stack of folded bed sheets is at the foot of the bed — She put a pea under this mattress, I can tell.

A cat with black fur curls up on a bedspread with colors of yellow, orange and red. — But it’s all good.

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Two-faced? Me?

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026Not That Mike The Other Mike13 Comments

I am the most honest, trustworthy, loyal and living cat you’re ever going to meet! At least that’s what I tell you to your face.

A cat lies down on a carpet looking at you. The cat's face is black on the left side and orange on the right side. — I tell a different tale behind your back. (Imgur)

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Peeled Potato

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026Not That Mike The Other Mike5 Comments

Described by his human as a “violent potato,” this fluffy cat is about to get a much-needed shave. Can our gallant groomer lighten his load without getting julienned by the daggers of death?