Cape Town Cat Classifieds and Feline Directory
Cats played a remarkable role during World War I amid the tumult of battles and the grim reality of life in the trenches. They were not just guardians against rats and mice on ships and in trenches but also offered solace and companionship to sailors and soldiers. Cats provided a sense of comfort and...
During the mid-20th century, cats played a key role on ships as the highly-skilled rodent catchers of the seas. Sailors realized that having cats aboard helped control the population of rats and mice, which were notorious for damaging supplies and spreading diseases. These feline sailors, also known as ship cats, became valued crew members...
