Marina the cat explores Griffith Park with her owner.
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Everyone walks their dog. Who says cats can’t join the fun?
Not many indoor cats like leashes or traversing the great outdoors with their person. But for cats that genuinely do enjoy it, researchers suggest in a small 2025 study, the practice of cat-walking may offer positive health and social experiences for cats and owners alike.
If you love taking your cat for walks or hikes around L.A., we want to hear all about it — what inspired you to start, your favorite walking places, your most memorable moments.
After a flood of responses, the form was closed on Aug. 11.
Emily Tarinelli is a features intern at the Los Angeles Times. She earned her master’s degree in data journalism from Stanford University in 2026, and her bachelor’s degree in English from Mount Holyoke College in 2025. Her byline has appeared in LAist, Pleasanton Weekly, Peninsula Press and more. Previously, she worked as a news anchor for Amherst Media and worked in the communications field. She takes special interest in stories about gender, art and joy.
