The oldest fully domestic European cat in their study dates to just before the Common Era, from Mautern, Austria — an imperial frontier town. Once inside Europe, cats spread fast.

The Belgian Cats, the Belgian women’s basketball team, have been honoured after their victory in the European championships.

European shorthairs are robust and hardy cats with an impressive lifespan of 15-20 years, making them a wonderful choice for anyone looking for a long-term companion.

The analysis shows that cats are generally more popular than dogs in Europe. On average, 27% of households own at least one cat, compared to 25% that have at least one dog.

Two studies of ancient felines find that cats were likely domesticated in Egypt or other regions in North Africa — and moved into Europe with humans much later than previously believed.

The Belgian women’s basketball team have managed to extend their European title. The Belgian Cats won the European Cup final ...

At these European destinations, cats outnumber tourists By AGENCY. Global Thursday, 01 May 2025 11:00 AM MYT You’re more likely to meet a cat in Belgium than in Greece. — AFP. Are ...

Compulsory microchips as well as bans on ear-cropping and tail-docking are among a set of new rules to protect cats and dogs ...

The European wildcat is the smallest of Europe’s cats and is a subspecies of the African wildcat, which is thought to be the ancestor of domestic breeds.

Cats won't be banned in this European country, the government confirms. ... Updated Thu, February 6th 2025 at 12:26 AM. A cat poses for a picture in London, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025.

There are so many things to love about European shorthair cats that it's little wonder they're so popular. The kind of kitty that will thrive in almost any living situation, they get along ...