Articles by Charles Manning

Charles Manning

Charles Manning is an actor, writer, and fashion/media consultant living in New York City with his two cats, Pumpkin and Bear. Follow him on Instagram @charlesemanning.

behaviour
Are Cats Liquid?
Taking “if I fits, I sits” to a whole new level...
Taking “if I fits, I sits” to a whole new level...
health
Declawing is Illegal in the UK – Here’s Why
A veterinarian explains why the inhumane surgery is no joke
A veterinarian explains why the inhumane surgery is no joke
behaviour | Why, Cat?!
Why Do Cats Knock Stuff Over?
Your brand new iPhone, antique figurine, full glass of water – they will swat it off the table. A cat behaviourist explains why
Your brand new iPhone, antique figurine, full glass of water – they will swat it off the table. A cat behaviourist explains why
shopping
Selena Gomez’s Makeup Brand, Rare Beauty, Just Launched Dog Toys
Rare Beauty mascara-shaped plushie, anyone?
Rare Beauty mascara-shaped plushie, anyone?
shopping
The Maxbone x Bridgerton Dog Collection is Here
With your pup in the sartorial mix, there will be no contest at the next Queen’s Ball
With your pup in the sartorial mix, there will be no contest at the next Queen’s Ball
lifestyle | Heavy Petting
Should You Kick Your Pet Out of the Room When You Have Sex?
And what to do if you and your partner can’t agree on whether you should have an audience
And what to do if you and your partner can’t agree on whether you should have an audience
lifestyle
Cocktails for Your Cat?
The glamorous (non-alcoholic) way to keep your cat hydrated
The glamorous (non-alcoholic) way to keep your cat hydrated
shopping
Litter Robot: Will My Cat Use an Automatic Litter Box?
I introduced my cat to an automatic litter box, and let’s just say it went off with... multiple hitches
I introduced my cat to an automatic litter box, and let’s just say it went off with... multiple hitches
health
Does My Cat *Really* Need to See a Vet?
Cats can be hard to read. Especially when they’re sick. Or… not sick? We asked a veterinarian how to tell
Cats can be hard to read. Especially when they’re sick. Or… not sick? We asked a veterinarian how to tell
lifestyle
What to Do When You and Your Partner Want Different Kinds of Dogs
Five couples share how they’ve reached a compromise to find the perfect pup for them
Five couples share how they’ve reached a compromise to find the perfect pup for them
lifestyle
Why Senior Cats Make the Best Roommates
I adopted a couple of seniors because cats, like wine, only get better with age
I adopted a couple of seniors because cats, like wine, only get better with age
behaviour
Is ‘Orange Cat Behaviour’ Real?
Your TikTok algorithm would like you to think so, but the experts weigh in
Your TikTok algorithm would like you to think so, but the experts weigh in
behaviour
Does Your Cat Think You’re Their Mum?
You love them like a child, but is the feeling mutual?
You love them like a child, but is the feeling mutual?
behaviour
Does Your Cat Hate Your New Partner?
How to help your kitty warm up to your SO
How to help your kitty warm up to your SO
lifestyle
11 Ways to Raise Your Cat Parenting Game in 2024
Make this new year a great one for your kitty
Make this new year a great one for your kitty
shopping
Ashley Williams’ Puppy Jumpers Are So Punk Rock
Match your dog in the London designer’s graphic knit patterns of pentagrams, spiders and teddy bears
Match your dog in the London designer’s graphic knit patterns of pentagrams, spiders and teddy bears
lifestyle
8 Ways to Get a Photo With Your Cat as Good as Taylor Swift’s “Time” Cover
Maybe even better...
Maybe even better...
behaviour
How to Play With Your Cat
Cat behaviourist Cristin Tamburo’s got a game plan
Cat behaviourist Cristin Tamburo’s got a game plan
behaviour
The Cat Breed-Behaviour Connection
Which cats are more likely to have stranger danger? Bite the hand that feeds them? Get the zoomies? Scientists studied 5,700 pet cats and discovered some interesting traits
Which cats are more likely to have stranger danger? Bite the hand that feeds them? Get the zoomies? Scientists studied 5,700 pet cats and discovered some interesting traits
behaviour | Why, Cat?!
Why Does My Cat Wake Me Up At the Crack of Dawn?
Here’s what to do when your cat starts pawing at your face before the sun has even come up
Here’s what to do when your cat starts pawing at your face before the sun has even come up
shopping
Gifts For the Classy Cat People in Your Life
Because there’s nothing they love more than displaying their admiration for all things feline
Because there’s nothing they love more than displaying their admiration for all things feline
shopping
The Best Christmas Gifts For Dog Parents
Being a dog parent is hard work, so let’s make it a little easier
Being a dog parent is hard work, so let’s make it a little easier
behaviour
What Your Cat’s Sexy ‘Slow Blink’ Actually Means
Cat behaviourist Cristin Tamburo on how to read cat eyes
Cat behaviourist Cristin Tamburo on how to read cat eyes
behaviour
How Many Cat Naps Is Too Many?
A very sleepy kitty isn’t usually a problem, but watch out for these signs of medical distress
A very sleepy kitty isn’t usually a problem, but watch out for these signs of medical distress
health
How to Find a Vet Who Loves Your Cat Like You Do
I had to kiss a lot of frogs to find the perfect vet. Luckily, veterinarian Dr Annette Louviere has some tips so you don’t have to, too
I had to kiss a lot of frogs to find the perfect vet. Luckily, veterinarian Dr Annette Louviere has some tips so you don’t have to, too
shopping | Behind the Brand
Is Pagerie the World’s Most Luxurious Dog Brand?
Hermès seems to think so
Hermès seems to think so
lifestyle
Black Cats: Good Luck Charms Or Bad Omens?
Let’s dispel some silly superstitions
Let’s dispel some silly superstitions
health
Is My Cat Going Bald?
Don’t start shopping for cat wigs yet. But if your Persian is looking more like a Sphynx, underlying health conditions could be to blame for your cat’s hair loss
Don’t start shopping for cat wigs yet. But if your Persian is looking more like a Sphynx, underlying health conditions could be to blame for your cat’s hair loss
behaviour
What’s Your Cat’s Love Language?
Five surprising ways cats show affection (and how you can show it back), according to a cat behaviourist
Five surprising ways cats show affection (and how you can show it back), according to a cat behaviourist
behaviour | Why, Cat?!
Why Do Cats Raise a Paw?
Are they saying “Hi” or trying to high-five? Cat behaviourists decode your pet’s cryptic paw signal
Are they saying “Hi” or trying to high-five? Cat behaviourists decode your pet’s cryptic paw signal
behaviour
Tail Talk: What Is Your Cat Trying to Tell You?
Cats are enigmas. But their tail movements can reveal a lot about their moods
Cats are enigmas. But their tail movements can reveal a lot about their moods
shopping
6 High-Tech Toys Your Cat Will Go Wild For
Stoke your little lion’s hunting instinct with these electronic cat toys
Stoke your little lion’s hunting instinct with these electronic cat toys
behaviour
Can Your Cat Smell If You’re Stressed?
And will they do anything about it if they do?
And will they do anything about it if they do?
shopping
5 Litter Box Enclosures That Aren’t Total Eyesores
Keep your cat’s litter box out of sight – but easy to clean
Keep your cat’s litter box out of sight – but easy to clean
shopping
Zara’s Pet Collection Is Giving Montessori Influencer Vibes
For those who love a beige moment
For those who love a beige moment
behaviour | Why, Cat?!
Why Does Your Cat Headbutt You? Curious Cat Behaviour Explained
Apparently, you should take it as a compliment
Apparently, you should take it as a compliment
shopping
Google Nest Watches Your Pet for You When You’re Gone
Their new favourite karaoke song? ‘Somebody’s Watching Me’.
Their new favourite karaoke song? ‘Somebody’s Watching Me’.
behaviour | Why, Cat?!
Why Does My Cat Eat Plastic?
If your cat nibbles on pen caps and power cords, they could be bored...
If your cat nibbles on pen caps and power cords, they could be bored...
behaviour
10 Signs Your Cat Has Imprinted On You
Feeling like you have a little shadow these days? A cat behaviourist explains why that’s happening
Feeling like you have a little shadow these days? A cat behaviourist explains why that’s happening
shopping
This Plush Carrot Puzzle Toy Will Satisfy Your Food-Motivated Cat
Finally, something engaging to distract them from real food
Finally, something engaging to distract them from real food
shopping
16 Halloween Costumes For Your Favorite Spooky Kitty
The best costumes that you and your cat’s Instagram followers will get a kick out of.
The best costumes that you and your cat’s Instagram followers will get a kick out of.
shopping
Get This John Legend x Lay Lo Dog Bed Collab While You Can
Give your dog’s old bed an EGOT-worthy upgrade.
Give your dog’s old bed an EGOT-worthy upgrade.
shopping | Behind the Brand
Where Interior Designers Shop for Dog Stuff
Vogue and Vanity Fair alum Matthew Morris on collaborating with local makers at his design-forward brand, Mr. Dog.
Vogue and Vanity Fair alum Matthew Morris on collaborating with local makers at his design-forward brand, Mr. Dog.
shopping
The Wild One X HVN Collab Is a Vintage-Lover’s Dream
DJ and designer Harley Viera-Newton lends her prints to a limited-edition collection of collars and leashes.
DJ and designer Harley Viera-Newton lends her prints to a limited-edition collection of collars and leashes.
shopping | Behind the Brand
LUNGE Creates Luxe Accessories For Truly Stylish Pets
So your dog can be ready to strut their stuff in honor of New York Fashion Week.
So your dog can be ready to strut their stuff in honor of New York Fashion Week.
shopping
My Pet Does Not Hate the Airsign HEPA Vacuum Cleaner
High praise.
High praise.
shopping
10 NYC-Themed Dog Toys as Iconic as the City Itself
Nothing’s better than summer in the city, except maybe these adorable toys.
Nothing’s better than summer in the city, except maybe these adorable toys.
shopping
23 Father’s Day Gifts to Please Your Favorite Cat Dad
He does a lot of work to keep them purring happily. Here’s what you can do for him.
He does a lot of work to keep them purring happily. Here’s what you can do for him.
shopping
29 Best Father’s Day Gifts for Dog Dads
From matching Barbour jackets to rugged hiking packs to denim bandanas that announce he’s ready to mingle, there’s something special for every dog dad this year.
From matching Barbour jackets to rugged hiking packs to denim bandanas that announce he’s ready to mingle, there’s something special for every dog dad this year.
health
This Catnip Alternative Will Blow Your Cat’s Mind
If cats had their own TikTok trends, this would be one.
If cats had their own TikTok trends, this would be one.
shopping
34 Mother’s Day Ideas For All the Cat Moms Who Secretly Want a Gift
Custom ceramics, whimsical puzzles, plus feline-themed kicks, clutches, candles, and more.
Custom ceramics, whimsical puzzles, plus feline-themed kicks, clutches, candles, and more.
shopping
Artist Livia Fălcaru’s Casetify Collection Is the Cat’s Meow
Turn your phone into a work of (her) art.
Turn your phone into a work of (her) art.
shopping
How to Get Your Paws on Wild One’s Orchid Colorway
They’re already sold out but restocking now, so get on that waitlist!
They’re already sold out but restocking now, so get on that waitlist!
lifestyle | Wild Ones
Alyssa McKay Is a Shining TikTok Star — and So Is Her Glamorous Pup
Your For You page has never been cuter.
Your For You page has never been cuter.
shopping
It Was Only a Matter of Time Before Shinola Designed Pet Accessories
The Detroit brand’s debut collection is understated, sustainable, and very, very cozy.
The Detroit brand’s debut collection is understated, sustainable, and very, very cozy.
shopping
Bastards Is Like Rick Owens for Dogs
This European brand is made-to-measure and totally badass.
This European brand is made-to-measure and totally badass.
shopping
This Fred Segal x Maxbone Collab Is Quintessential LA
Dogs and denim. What’s not to love?
Dogs and denim. What’s not to love?
shopping
Christian Cowan’s New Holiday Glitz Dog Sweater Is Selling Out Fast!
It’s the perfect fit for your annual holiday card...if you can get your paws on it.
It’s the perfect fit for your annual holiday card...if you can get your paws on it.
shopping | Behind the Brand
Like Most Good Things, The Painter’s Wife Started With a Rescue Dog
Rosana Agrelo and Josep Pintor’s dog, Pepa, is an essential partner behind the playful brand.
Rosana Agrelo and Josep Pintor’s dog, Pepa, is an essential partner behind the playful brand.
shopping
Shop This Super Cute Korean Pet Brand While You Still Can!
Huts & Bay is closing up shop and their adorable dog clothes, from pitaya-printed onesies to color-blocked cardigans, are majorly on sale.
Huts & Bay is closing up shop and their adorable dog clothes, from pitaya-printed onesies to color-blocked cardigans, are majorly on sale.
shopping
This Hammock Held Fast Under My Chonky Cat
And my houseplants reclaimed their rightful place on the windowsill.
And my houseplants reclaimed their rightful place on the windowsill.
shopping
Ware of the Dog Makes Cat Toys?!
The indie dog brand has designed 10 adorably crafty catnip-stuffed toys.
The indie dog brand has designed 10 adorably crafty catnip-stuffed toys.
shopping | Behind the Brand
The Foggy Dog Takes a Sunny Approach to Sustainability
Founder Rose Shattuck on her thoughtfully designed pet essentials and accessories — made locally and sustainably.
Founder Rose Shattuck on her thoughtfully designed pet essentials and accessories — made locally and sustainably.
shopping | Behind the Brand
Millennials Are Wild About Maxbone
Founder Parisa Fowles-Pazdro on creating modern pet gear from sustainable jackets to superfood treats, collaborating with buzz-worthy designers like Christian Cowan, and what’s next (cats?!).
Founder Parisa Fowles-Pazdro on creating modern pet gear from sustainable jackets to superfood treats, collaborating with buzz-worthy designers like Christian Cowan, and what’s next (cats?!).
shopping
Luxe Knitwear Label Alanui Debuts Fringed Cardis for Dogs
The former Vogue Japan fashion editor collaborated with Poldo Dog Couture on a bite-sized collection of her boho sweaters.
The former Vogue Japan fashion editor collaborated with Poldo Dog Couture on a bite-sized collection of her boho sweaters.
behaviour
Is Your Cat Judging You?
That disapproving sneer is actually the “Flehmen response.” A cat behaviorist explains how to read cats’ lips.
That disapproving sneer is actually the “Flehmen response.” A cat behaviorist explains how to read cats’ lips.
shopping | Behind the Brand
Ware of the Dog Isn’t Trying to Be Cute
Designer Jackie Rosenthal on how to dress your dog when you still miss Phoebe Philo’s Celine.
Designer Jackie Rosenthal on how to dress your dog when you still miss Phoebe Philo’s Celine.
shopping
Where to Find Sylvie’s Très Chic Cat Food Bowl From Emily in Paris
We found three cat bowls inspired by the French feline’s crockery.
We found three cat bowls inspired by the French feline’s crockery.
shopping
Sparkly, Sporty Chic from DKNY x Found My Animal
The limited-edition capsule collection of metallic puffers and sherpa pullovers drops today.
The limited-edition capsule collection of metallic puffers and sherpa pullovers drops today.
shopping
Shay Mitchell’s New BÉIS Pet Carriers Aren’t Just for the Jet Set
“I always felt bad when I saw animals in bags on an airplane because they just didn’t look cozy... I thought, there must be a better way to do this.”
“I always felt bad when I saw animals in bags on an airplane because they just didn’t look cozy... I thought, there must be a better way to do this.”
shopping
Dsquared2 Unleashes Dog Streetwear
Fashion is for everyone, from dogs to cats to alpacas...
Fashion is for everyone, from dogs to cats to alpacas...
shopping
Match Your Dog with Collina Strada’s Tie-Dyed Dog Tees
The fashion label’s playful, prismatic designs are going to the dogs.
The fashion label’s playful, prismatic designs are going to the dogs.
lifestyle
The Wildest Awards: International Dog Day 2021
August 26th is International Dog Day. To celebrate, we’re honoring 10 Instagram VIPs (Very Important Puppies) from around the world — from best dressed to best #mood.
August 26th is International Dog Day. To celebrate, we’re honoring 10 Instagram VIPs (Very Important Puppies) from around the world — from best dressed to best #mood.
health
Does My Cat Need a Professional Groomer?
If you thought your cat was a self-cleaning evolutionary marvel, you’re not wrong but...
If you thought your cat was a self-cleaning evolutionary marvel, you’re not wrong but...
shopping
Behind the Brand: Roverlund
Vogue alum Jamies Knowles has elevated the pet carrier to a fashion-forward accessory.
Vogue alum Jamies Knowles has elevated the pet carrier to a fashion-forward accessory.
shopping
The Ultimate Dog Dad Gift Guide
The coolest gear for Father’s Day, from high-tech gadgets to high-fashion accessories.
The coolest gear for Father’s Day, from high-tech gadgets to high-fashion accessories.
lifestyle
6 Facts About Polydactyl Cats
What makes the fabled ‘Hemingway cats’ so special
What makes the fabled ‘Hemingway cats’ so special

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