The Daily Quote podcast pageThe Great News Podcast pageThe Great News LetterVoicemail feedback line – 1-877-636-1474CONTACT MEWelcome to The Daily Quote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for March 23rd.Now, if you needed an excuse to smother your cat with affection, I’ve got good news—today is Cuddly Kitten Day! And this episode is dedicated to two very distinguished feline VIPs: Catimus and Fatz. Those are technically their real names (at least partially) but we don' call them that.More treats for you guys today! I can almost hear the purring already!But wait there's more —before any dogs start barking in protest, let’s not forget it’s also National Puppy Day! So, if there’s a pup in your life, they officially get extra treats today too. Basically, it’s a great day to be a pet. Now, let’s get to today’s quote from Sigmund Freud, who once said... “Time spent with cats is never wasted.” Freud was a man who tried to unlock the mysteries of the human mind, but let’s be real—cats are just as complicated. One minute, they’re curled up in your lap, purring like a tiny motorboat. The next, they’re knocking over your glass of water just to remind you who’s really in charge. But despite their unpredictability (or maybe because of it), cats have this way of making even the simplest moments feel meaningful. There’s something about sitting with a cat—watching them stretch, listening to that soft purr, or just observing their quiet confidence—that slows the world down. It reminds you to relax, to enjoy the little things, and to accept that sometimes, life is just about finding a sunny spot to sit in. So today, take a moment to appreciate the pets in your life. Give out an extra cat head scratch, let your dog indulge in an extra treat, and remember—whatever chaos is happening in the world, your pet’s priority remains the same: naps, food, and occasional destruction.I read somewhere a while back that a cats purr has the ability to heal bone fractures. This wasn't in some sketchy blog either. It was an actual study.And there is research that suggests that both cat and dog owners are healthier and live longer too. That’s it for today’s episode of The Daily Quote. Thanks for spending a few minutes with me. Now go forth and celebrate with your furry friends. And if your cat knocks something off the table today, just remember—it wasn’t an accident. I'm Andrew McGivern, signing off for today, but I'll be back tomorrow, same pod time, same pod station with another Daily Quote.