This Feline Variety Show in Portland Prove Cats Can Be Trained

Rock and Roll Cats

The Amazing Acro-Cats are rock stars through and through. Yes, they play instruments. They skateboard. They jump through hoops. They have more talent in one paw than most of us have in our whole bodies. And they are all rescues!

The cats and their humans have an incredible variety show that they take on the road not only to entertain but to do good in the cat world.

The show helps raise money for cats in need and promotes cat adoption and educating humans on proper cat training.

Trainable Cats

There's nothing that makes certain cats trainable. The humans Amazing Acro-Cats truly believe it just takes a little time, a clicker, treats, and some positive reinforcement. That's how they trained all of their Amazing Acro-Cats. They even use their methods to teach shelter workers so they can help train adoptable cats to up their chances of finding a forever home. Because, honestly, who would want to get rid of a cat that can do tricks, right?

Maine Visit

The group is currently in the middle of a run right in Portland, Maine at the St. Lawrence Arts Center. The remaining dates are August 19th, 20th, 21st, and 22nd. There are a variety of tickets and prices for adults, kids, and seniors, and even Very Important Cat People option that includes a meet and greet! Get your tickets here!

Why do cats have whiskers? Why do they meow? Why do they nap so much? And answers to 47 other kitty questions:

Why do they meow? Why do they nap so much? Why do they have whiskers? Cats, and their undeniably adorable babies known as kittens, are mysterious creatures. Their larger relatives, after all, are some of the most mystical and lethal animals on the planet. Many questions related to domestic felines, however, have perfectly logical answers. Here’s a look at some of the most common questions related to kittens and cats, and the answers cat lovers are looking for.