People have always heard stories about heroic dogs but hero cats? Yep Tara the Hero Cat from Bakerfield, California has been making the talk show rounds, after saving her 4-year old owner from a voracious dog. Of course us cat lovers have known for years that cats provide a sense of security and that often their small unseen efforts are almost heroic. Here in Washington, D.C. Jean Claude, the black Bombay and Koko, the celebrity cat who provide comfort and support for their owners are big fans of Tara.