Bob the cat, who frequented the bar at the Atlin Recreation Centre in Atlin, B.C., died Tuesday after being struck by a vehicle. He was 16.

Although many people talk to their dogs and often use a kind of playful baby talk, dog owners rarely bark and growl at their dogs. Yet many cat owners meow and purr to their pets.

The cat in desperation explained that since it is from space, it could talk. While Jerry believed it, Rick was skeptical and decided to see through the cat's mind through goggles.

Bob the cat, and James Bowen are pictured at the premiere of A Street Cat Named Bob in London, Nov. 3, 2016. Photo by Lia Toby / WENN.com The stray cat whose relationship with a homeless recovering ...

James Bowen is the author of A Street Cat Named Bob. We spoke with James Bowen last fall, as part of a broader look at the relationship between homeless people and their pets.

The talking cat is just a random side adventure going on in the fourth episode of season 4, titled, "Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim's Morty" (a play on Law and Order: Special Victims Unit).

Everyone knows Talking Tom, the cat who talks back! Tom can repeat after you, play with you and make you laugh. Meet the star of some of the most popular free games for kids. Accept no copycat apps!