About

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My Moderncats: Simba, Mackenzie, Ando, Flora, Dee, McKinley, Theo, and Sophie.

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Why does it seem like everything for cats has to be purple? Many of the pet product development companies have defined the stereotypical cat owner as someone who can’t get enough purple, lace, frills, and faux fur. If you prefer a more modern aesthetic, you’ve probably had difficulty trying to find items for your home that accommodate both your cat and your personal style.

This blog is a resource for cat owners with a modern style. I seek out the newest products for living with cats in a modern home. I try to identify not only products that fit a modern aesthetic, but also items that are truly innovative and that make living with cats a more enjoyable experience. Moderncat combines product reviews with other useful information for cat owners in a clear and concise format.

In addition to working in consumer product development and marketing, I am a dedicated cat owner with a background in design. I am passionate about this topic and hope that this blog will serve as a useful resource.

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Press

The New York Times
July 22, 2010
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People Pets
July 22, 2010
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Paw Nation
July 7, 2010
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The New York Times
June 17, 2010
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Phoenix New Times Culture Blog, Jackalope Ranch
May 2010

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In Circle Pets
January 2010

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The Conscious Cat
Interview
November 2009

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Washington Post Express Night Out
September 18, 2009
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33Cats.ru
Interview
September 2009

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AZ Hot Now
Interview
September 2009

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Pretty Pet-Friendly
by Julia Szabo
2009

> buy the book

Kate Benjamin’s blog ModernCat.net is a must for anyone seeking to live stylishly with cats.

Apartment Therapy Unplggd
Behind the Blog Series
May 2009

> link to online article

The Pet Elite
Interview for
Trend Report
Spring 2009

> download pdf

Apartment Therapy
House Tour Feature During Pet Month
September 2008

> link to online article

USA Today
January 2008

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Desert Living
November 2007

A Cat Tale (Desert Living, November 2007)
Didn’t you always wonder what the crazy cat lady’s house looked like inside? Contrary to popular belief, this web site implies that it might actually have some design integrity. Moderncat.net is a blog where cat owners who are more Eames than Laura Ashley can hear about new hip furniture and accessories from retro ID tags to beds and loungers that they can share with their furry friend. Creator Kate Benjamin is both a cat owner and designer who found a need for a modern pet owner resource. Product reviews and other useful information is included to help visitors decide what fits his/her (and cat’s) lifestyle best. Check out the groovy Scratcher Beds from Marmalade Pet Care–not only do they come in the neatest shapes, but they are made from renewable and recyclable materials, too. (And Kate loves them!) -BC

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