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Man Opens Pub and, Surprisingly, One Day It’s Filled with Cats

Imagine a Friday evening where the soft sound of rain sets the mood for a fun get-together with friends. Now, think about having this cozy gathering in a pub filled with its usual charm and playful, friendly cats.

Surprisingly, such a unique place exists in Bristol. Here, people can enjoy a tasty drink while also enjoying the company of cuddly cats. It’s a spot that makes a regular night out feel special, where the sound of toasts blends perfectly with the soft purrs of the cats around.

Luke Daniels never thought his pub would become a popular spot for cats.

Image source: Bag of Nails, Bristol

Located in the lively center of Bristol, the Bag of Nails isn’t just another pub with ordinary drinks. Visitors can relax, try different IPAs, play board games, and enjoy the company of the pub’s resident cats.

That’s right – this pub is home to several friendly cats. Whether they’re sitting on the counter or taking a seat at the bar, these cute cats make the place even cozier. Luke Daniels opened the pub in December 2011, and it quickly became popular for its drinks, music, and surprise cat residents. It all started when a little kitten named Malcolm showed up, and the pub proudly introduced him on its Facebook page.

Later, another cat named Beresford joined in. They were too adorable for Luke to mind.

As time went on, the cat family at the Bag of Nails grew. With two cats having a litter of kittens, the pub became well-known as Bristol’s favorite spot for cat lovers.

“Cats and beer. It’s what we do”

Image source: Bag of Nails, Bristol

“Cats and beer. It’s what we do,” the pub shared on their social media. It was short and clear, making me want to book a trip to Bristol right away.

The pub’s charm goes beyond just its cats; it shows the growing trend of enjoying a drink while being around friendly felines.

As more people heard about it, more cats came looking for treats and to join the growing cat family at the pub. Each cat has its own special personality—some watch quietly, while others love sitting on people’s laps, making visitors happy.

There’s something special about a cat picking you as their favorite spot.

Just like people, each cat is unique. For instance, one of them really enjoys belly rubs!

Image source: Bag of Nails, Bristol

“There is a lot of nuance to their individual behavior once you get to know them,” Luke Daniels said in an interview. “Solarise loves a lap, Wolfgang loves chicken more than life itself, Sally loves a belly rub, and Cirrus knows when you’re depressed. The list goes on.”

These furry buddies don’t just stay inside the pub; they also get to roam around Brandon Hill Park, enjoying outdoor fun.

Knowing that cats like their space and can be a bit careful, the pub understands if the cats don’t come right up to visitors at first.

“We can’t guarantee the cats will be there when you come,” the pub owner noted. “But if you hang around long enough or keep coming back, they will show you some love for sure,” he said.

Image source: Bag of Nails, Bristol

Cats sometimes get a reputation for not being as openly loving as dogs, but a recent study shows that cats truly care about their owners just as much.

“The majority of cats are looking to their owners to be a source of safety and security,” the main researcher, Kristyn Vitale, mentioned. I’m sure most people see their cats as a source of joy.

For over ten years, The Bag of Nails pub in Bristol has welcomed cats, making it a special place where people can enjoy good drinks along with some cat company.

As the pub continues to do well, it encourages other businesses to think about having cute animals as part of their team. Have you ever been to a cat-friendly pub in Bristol or seen other places with animal workers?

Check out these pictures of this unique pub.

Image source: Bag of Nails, Bristol

ANIMALS

Amazing Video of Unseen Ocean Creatures in the Ningaloo Canyons

The Schmidt Ocean Institute recently explored the Ningaloo Canyons on the western coast of Australia using a robotic underwater vehicle called the ROV Sebastian. Check out the amazing video of what they discovered in the deep parts of the Indian Ocean.

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ANIMALS

These Pics Are Art and the Artists Are Insects

Flying insects move so quickly that they are hard to follow, but new technology and some smart ideas have helped Spanish photographer Xavi Bou do just that. After spending 10 years focusing on birds in flight for his Ornithographies project, he turned his attention to insects.

For Entomographies, he uses high-speed video footage taken by Adrian Smith, an insect expert at North Carolina State University, to study and record how insects move. Bou then picks multiple frames and combines them into single images that show the fast movements of one or more insects through space and time.

With Smith’s help, Bou has captured the aerial tricks of wasps, the jumps of leafhoppers, and the fluttering of butterflies in amazing detail. He hopes that by doing this, he can make people more aware of the decline in important insect populations around the world.

1. Zebra longwing

This butterfly, which is common in many areas of the Americas, really fits its name. It can fly very high with just a few flaps of its large wings.