A stray cat and a mountain lion cross paths in an extraordinary story that raises bigger questions about animal behavior, responsible feeding, community cats, wildlife, rescue, and conservation. Discover how one unusual encounter connects to Cattytude’s broader mission of caring for domestic animals, wildlife, sanctuaries, and the people working to protect them.

Think your house cat is one of a kind? Think again. Discover why the cougar — also known as the mountain lion — shares more behavioral traits with domestic cats than any other big cat, from stealthy solo hunting to surprisingly familiar quirks. Here's where the similarities end, too.