Hello, fellow cat enthusiasts!

SURPRISE! It's Saturday and we're dropping another bonus Mewletter in your inbox like your cat drops a dead toy mouse on your pillow—unexpected, slightly alarming, but ultimately a gift (we promise this one's better than the mouse).

Consider this your reward for being such dedicated subscribers. While other people are out "having a social life" and "leaving the house," you're here with us, learning about the magnificent weirdos who rule our homes. You've earned this extra dose of feline enlightenment.

Think of this Saturday bonus as the newsletter equivalent of finding your cat actually using the expensive bed you bought them instead of the cardboard box it came in. Rare, delightful, and worth celebrating.

Let's dive in!

CAT NUGGET OF THE DAY

The Butt Presentation Phenomenon

Your cat walks up to you, turns around, and presents their posterior with the confidence of a runway model. Before you think "ew, gross," know that you've just received one of the highest honors in the feline world.

This "butt presentation" is actually your cat's way of saying "Hello, trusted friend!" In cat social dynamics, showing their backside is a sign of ultimate trust and affection. They're essentially saying, "I trust you so much that I'm comfortable being vulnerable around you."

Plus, cats have scent glands near their tail area that release their unique signature. When they present their rear to you, they're sharing their personal scent profile—like handing you their business card, but way more intimate and slightly more awkward.

Watch for this: Next time your cat gives you "the presentation," try giving them gentle scratches at the base of their tail (if they enjoy it). You'll often get purrs and even more enthusiastic butt presentations. You've been officially accepted into their inner circle!

DECODING YOUR CAT

Why do they sprint around at midnight?

Your cat rockets through the house at 2 AM like they're late for an important meeting, and you wonder if they've lost their mind. Plot twist: they're actually following their ancient programming.

What's really happening: Cats are crepuscular, meaning they're naturally most active during dawn and dusk. Your indoor cat still has these wild instincts, but without prey to hunt, all that pent-up energy needs an outlet. Enter the infamous "zoomies."

The sweet part: Those midnight sprints are your cat's way of staying physically and mentally healthy. They're practicing hunting behaviors, exercising their muscles, and releasing natural energy. Your living room has become their personal savanna.

Question for you: What's the most dramatic midnight zoomie session your cat has performed? Knocked over a plant? Parkoured off the couch? We'd love to hear your stories!

HELP US BUILD SOMETHING PAWSOME

We Want to Meet Your Cat!

We're just getting started, and we want to feature YOUR cat! Email us at [email protected] with:

• Your cat's name and photo

• One hilarious thing they do

• Their weirdest habit

Every cat has a story worth sharing—help us create a community where cat personalities shine!

This week's challenge: Send us a photo of your cat in their favorite weird sleeping position. Bonus points if it defies the laws of physics or makes you wonder "how is that comfortable?"

QUICK CAT HACK

The Secret to Instant Cat Happiness

Want to blow your cat's mind? Create a "scent garden" using fresh herbs from your kitchen. Cats go absolutely wild for catnip, mint, basil, and parsley. Simply place small pots of these herbs around your home and watch your feline transform into a tiny, euphoric herbalist.

The magic ingredient: Fresh herbs release oils far more potent than dried versions. Your cat will rub against them, nibble carefully, and generally act like they've found the fountain of youth (bonus: your home smells amazing).

Bonus points: Set up a dedicated "cat herb station" on a sunny windowsill. Rotate the plants weekly to keep things interesting—it's like a salad bar, but for cats.

What makes it brilliant? You're satisfying your cat's instinct to forage and explore new scents. Many cats will even "help" you tend the garden (translation: sit directly on the plants).

🌱 Ready to level up?
If you'd rather skip the potting soil, grab the Catit Senses 2.0 Cat Grass Planter—a mess-free kit that sprouts fresh cat grass in days.

TAIL-END WISDOM

Celebrating Your Cat's Ancient Wisdom 

You've learned that your cat's butt presentations are actually love letters, created an aromatic herb paradise that makes your cat think you're a botanical wizard, and discovered that those midnight marathons are just your cat being a perfectly programmed hunting machine.

Now you know: when your cat turns around and shows you their rear, they're giving you VIP access to their inner circle. When they go full NASCAR around your house at 2 AM, they're just being authentically feline. And when they roll around in your fresh herb garden like they've found nirvana, they're experiencing pure sensory joy.

Every butt presentation, every zoomie session, and every herb garden investigation is just your cat operating on a level of logic that's both ancient and adorable.

Purrs and Saturday vibes,
The Mewletter Team 🐾

P.S. Our next regular issue will be landing in your inbox this Thursday! Thanks for being such amazing cat parents.

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