Norse Mythology and Viking Pets

Welcome to the Superior Creatures Blog – the place where Viking spirit meets the pets we love. Here you’ll discover stories about animals in the Viking Age, both in the myths and sagas, and historical finds to show how pets shaped daily life a thousand years ago.

Our blog is also where we share the journey behind Superior Creatures. What began with Viking Cat T-shirts has grown into Viking Pets – unique designs that celebrate both history and the personalities of our four-legged friends. In the articles you get a closer look at the inspiration behind our collections. You’ll also find posts about Viking culture more broadly: Yule traditions, archaeological discoveries, and the myths that still inspire us today, for better or worse.

Whether you’re here to learn more about Norse history, laugh at the quirks of pets, or shop exclusive Viking-inspired designs, our blog is your gateway to the world of Superior Creatures – original, humorous, and deeply rooted in heritage.

Blog posts

  • On the left: An AI-created image of the Gjermundbu helmet. On the right: A lifestyle image of a man in a white tee with a Viking cat holding a Thor's hammer with the text: "Mjölnir? No This is Meownir".

    Did the Vikings’ Helmets Really Have Horns?

    Why do so many think Vikings wore horned helmets? From Renaissance art to 19th-century Nordic pride, the image spread worldwide—despite no archaeological evidence. In this post, we explore how the...

    Did the Vikings’ Helmets Really Have Horns?

    Why do so many think Vikings wore horned helmets? From Renaissance art to 19th-century Nordic pride, the image spread worldwide—despite no archaeological evidence. In this post, we explore how the...

  • On the left, Thor's hammer Mjölnir. On the right, Thor in the fortress Utgard trying to lift the giant cat, the Midgard Serpent in disguise.

    Thor & Utgarda-Loki - A Norse Tale from the Edda

    Step into the world of Norse mythology with the epic tale of Thor and Loki’s journey to Jotunheim. Discover trials of strength, cunning illusions, and the surprising role of a...

    Thor & Utgarda-Loki - A Norse Tale from the Edda

    Step into the world of Norse mythology with the epic tale of Thor and Loki’s journey to Jotunheim. Discover trials of strength, cunning illusions, and the surprising role of a...

  • Cats in Viking life—one image shows a Norse family by the fire with their cat, the other a tabby cat resting on a Viking longship with warriors, highlighting cats’ role in Norse homes and seafaring. AI images.

    Cats & Vikings: Furry Companions of the North

    Did Vikings Love Cats? Absolutely.From Freyja’s mythical feline chariot to real-life rodent control on longships, cats played a vital role in Viking life. In our latest blog post, we explore...

    Cats & Vikings: Furry Companions of the North

    Did Vikings Love Cats? Absolutely.From Freyja’s mythical feline chariot to real-life rodent control on longships, cats played a vital role in Viking life. In our latest blog post, we explore...

  • A Swedish runestone in a grassy field next to a man wearing a Viking-inspired cat T-shirt with the text “Mjölnir? No, this is Meownir”—showing the connection between historical Norse heritage and modern design inspiration.

    The Nordic Roots Behind Our Viking Cat T-Shirts

    From a thousand-year-old runestone near my home to Freya’s mythical cats — discover how Nordic history and Norse mythology inspire the feline designs of Superior Creatures.

    The Nordic Roots Behind Our Viking Cat T-Shirts

    From a thousand-year-old runestone near my home to Freya’s mythical cats — discover how Nordic history and Norse mythology inspire the feline designs of Superior Creatures.

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