Why sailors like cats. (And why I like them, too.)

Cats are sailors’ best friends. Have been for hundreds of years. Not only were cats welcome aboard British vessels to hunt mice, but sailors generally thought  a black cat in particular would bring good luck and ensure a safe return home. A few of these kitties have been enshrined in maritime history. Tiddles traveled more than… Continue reading Why sailors like cats. (And why I like them, too.)