Fabulous felines: Celebrating the beloved cats of the 'Post' for International Cat Day

In celebration of International Cat Day on August 8, The Jerusalem Post is sharing heartwarming stories and photos of the cats that are cherished members of its staff and readers' families. The international day, established in 2002 by The International Fund for Animal Welfare, encourages global adoption, shares cat care advice, and honors feline companions.

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Working from home with them is always fun. Medici is very cuddly and can spend hours curled up on someone’s lap, or climbing on them to snuggle their face. Or he can just sit on the desk or couch, sometimes cuddling up to my computer.

Aaron Reich described his cats, Medici and Judy, as constant companions while working from home. Medici is noted for being cuddly and affectionate, while Judy prefers to observe from behind the computer or bask in sunlight. Sam Halpern shared a fond anecdote about his young tabby, Syl, who, despite being a "menace," is deeply loved.

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Judy, however, is more content to hide behind my computer, flop in the sunlight on the floor, or climb up and down my chair and sit behind my head.

Audrey Leinoff humorously suspects her cats, Cookie and Coco, might be spies due to their contrasting personalities and occasional squabbles. Cookie is described as calm, while Coco enjoys warm temperatures. Maya Zanger-Shamir spoke about Penelope and Tasha, cats who have provided significant emotional support during her aliyah and life changes, finding a loving father in her husband, Omer.

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This a****** likes to headbutt me.

These personal accounts highlight the joy, companionship, and unique personalities that cats bring into their owners' lives, underscoring their integral role in many households.

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Though the two may look similar, Audrey Leinoff told the Post she believed she may have opened her home to an Iranian and Mossad spy, given how the two are constantly butting heads.