Animal shelters are filled with cats, but if a stray cat has chosen you, it is no accident. In many cultures, cats show up in fairy tales and folklore, while others revere them as gods or spirit guides sent to give you divine direction.

8 spiritual reasons a stray cat may have become attached to you.
1. It’s a sign of good luck
2. You have divine protection
3. You will overcome your obstacles
4. You will catch more flies with honey than with vinegar
5. You're a fierce warrior
6. You have been gifted with a spirit guide
7. You're truly a good person
8. You need to be cautious of your self-talk

Ref : https://www.yourtango.com/self/when-a-stray...iritual-meaning

Guard dogs may be effective at keeping away unwanted intruders, but cats fulfill a far more important purpose of protecting the home from a different kind of uninvited house guest.

Cats bear a uniquely powerful aura, also known as an astral force, that works to repel negative energy.

The cat serves as a valuable line of defense for you and your loved ones by attempting to trap the evil spirit in its powerful energy field and lead it out of the house.

Cats are skilled at discerning the intentions of astral entities and could be following some source of negative energy in the attempt to ambush it and remove it from your immediate environment if it senses a threatening aura.

Russians used to allow a cat to enter a house first before they moved in due to its extraordinarily strong aura.

Cats also work to protect you and the house from any curses or evil eyes.

Cats can also fulfill an important function for their masters through their healing powers. If you are suffering from serious emotional stress, simply lying down and stroking your cat can go a long way in releasing you from the burden of the stress.

Ref : https://www.yourtango.com/self/how-cats-pro...irits-fur-color

This book Guardians of Being (65 illustrated pages only) reminds us why we love our companion animals. It illuminates for us their divine purpose. While we are lost in our thoughts and busyness of everyday life, they have become the key to the present moment, our guardians of being.


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If a stray cat comes to you, it can be interpreted as a sign of divine intervention, a test of faith, or a chance to show kindness and compassion. Some religious and spiritual beliefs suggest that animals, especially cats, can symbolize positive energy, divine guidance, or even represent a divine connection.

In Islam, caring for animals, especially those that come to you, is seen as a serious responsibility, a test of character and faith. It's seen as an act of compassion and mercy, which can be rewarded by God. 

Some Christians believe that animals, like stray cats, can be seen as a reflection of God's love and care, or a reminder of our responsibility to care for all living creatures. 

Many religions and spiritual beliefs suggest that animals can be messengers from the divine, offering guidance or a chance for spiritual growth. 

The presence of a stray cat can be seen as a sign of positive energy entering your home or life, especially if you are experiencing emotional distress or need spiritual support. 

Stray cats coming to you can be seen as an opportunity to show kindness, compassion, and care, which are valuable virtues. 

Some believe that the stray cat coming to you is a sign of divine intervention, a chance to help an animal in need, and a way to connect with the spiritual realm. 

In essence, the meaning of a stray cat coming to you is open to interpretation and can be seen as a blessing, a test, or an opportunity for personal growth and compassion. 

My dearest Bobo,

People who adore felines often find them loving, attentive, playful, and adaptable. 

However, there are those who feel differently about cats. They think that they’re uncaring, aloof, as well as being responsible for causing the death of birds and small mammals, and spreading parasites like Toxoplasma gondii.

While it’s true that cat poop can contain Toxoplasma gondii, cats must be infected with the parasite for it to be an issue, and not all are. There are also other ways to get the parasite, such as by eating venison, pork, lamb, oysters, mussels, or clams that aren’t thoroughly cooked, by drinking water contaminated with the parasite or unpasteurized goat’s milk.

It can even be spread by consuming something that simply came into contact with contaminated food or cooking utensils. Toxoplasmosis infections can be quite serious for those who have weakened immune systems, and they can cause pregnant women to miscarry or the unborn child to have serious health issues after birth, but the parasite is pretty common, and many people who end up infected with it don’t develop severe symptoms. Those who do, especially immunocompromised individuals, may develop a fever, headache, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat, aching body, feeling tired or sick.

Cats catch toxoplasmosis by eating prey animals with parasites or consuming meat that hasn’t been cooked enough. Keeping cats inside and only allowing them supervised outdoor access can reduce the chances of encountering infected critters. Sticking with commercial cat food formulations can reduce the risk of cats coming into contact with the parasite by snacking on raw or undercooked meat.
Staying on top of litter box cleaning can lower the chance of cats spreading infected poop around the house, which can go a long way toward preventing vulnerable individuals from getting sick. Wearing gloves when cleaning the litter can also provide protection. Pregnant people and those who are immunocompromised are often advised to avoid cleaning cats’ litter boxes just to be on the safe side.

Although cats are among the most popular pets in the world, some people simply don’t like the amazing creatures. Cats’ aloofness and independence often rub dog lovers the wrong way, which makes sense, given the fact that cats were only quite late in their domestication process subject to selection for personality traits and behavior agreeable to humans.

My dearest Bobo, many of the reasons that people cite for disliking cats, such as their negative impact on birds and wildlife, often turn out to be a bit less cut and dry than one might expect. While there appear to be a few personality differences between cat and dog lovers, disliking cats probably just comes down to personal taste.

This post has been edited by hzmaz2017: May 7 2025, 05:51 PM

You are correct my dearest Bobo.

It's important to be realistic about the time, resources, and emotional commitment involved. 

For a busy, working-class professional, adopting a cat from a shelter or a rescue organization, or volunteering in a TNR program might be a better option to strays.