Saturday, October 30, 2010
Halloween Special: They are so cute, it's almost scary.
Friday, October 29, 2010
October: Black Cat Month
Black Cat and the Peril of Halloween. http://ow.ly/301wO
While October may be the favorite month of thousands of humans, who excitedly plan their costumes of spooks, vampires and monsters, in anticipation of Halloween, cats, particularly black cats, have little cause for celebration this month.
Much has been said about the more violent indignities that may be practiced on black cats at this time of year, but a more subtle cruelty has surfaced in recent years.
>> Click here to read more
Much has been said about the more violent indignities that may be practiced on black cats at this time of year, but a more subtle cruelty has surfaced in recent years.
>> Click here to read more
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Halloween Cat: Paper-folding for Kids
Paper-folding is also called Origami, a borrowed Japanese word, or Jongi Jopgi (Jong-ee Job-ghi), a borrowed Korean word. http://ow.ly/301k0
More Men Are Unabashedly Embracing Their Love of Cats
Sorry, Fido, It’s Just a Guy ThingMr. Fulrath is one of a growing number of single — and yes, heterosexual — men who seem to be coming out of the cat closet and unabashedly embracing their feline side. To that end, they are posting photographs and videos of their little buddies on YouTube and on Web sites like menandcats.com, and Twittering about them to anyone who will listen.
>> Full Story @ New York Times
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
For Cats (and Owners) with Style
It’s not easy to find cat-scratching posts that add anything to a well-designed interior. So Jeanne Byers and Rochelle Klein, partners in an advertising agency, decided to create their own. One is shaped like a cat and can be hung on the wall or lain on the floor like a rug ($300); another resembles a modernist French chair ($575); and the third is a bull terrier-like sculpture ($1,200), left. All are custom made of sisal, and delivery takes about four weeks. Information: (917) 612-8180 or thecompanyofpets.com.Source: New York Time
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
10 Silly Halloween Costumes for Pets
In an interesting cat-in-the-hat twist, Mr. Mittens can do a bit of role reversal.>> Read Full article
‘Catios’ Bring Cats Outdoors
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Their cats feel the same way.
So some cat owners who would never dream of letting their pets roam free outside have come up with a creative compromise: an enclosed space — usually in the form of a screened-in porch or deck — that allows them to share the great outdoors.
Please don’t call it a cage. They prefer the term “catio.”
>> Read more
Monday, October 25, 2010
Pet-centric Design
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Sunday, October 24, 2010
Cat, the Neighbor
Is there a special kind/breed of cats you favour over others? http://ow.ly/2Yps7
Cat from Ian S on Vimeo.
Cat from Ian S on Vimeo.
Spider-cat: How Daredevil Charlie get home
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Saturday, October 23, 2010
The cat and bear best friends who simply can't bear to be apart.
As far as lifelong friendships go, Muschi thinks her large and loveable friend Maeuschen is the cat's pyjamas.The feline, which struck up the unlikely friendship with the 40-year-old Asian bear eight years ago, now can't bear to be apart from her friend.
In fact, the pair are so close that zookeepers at Berlin Zoo had to reunite them after Muschi, or 'pussy' in German, pined for Maeuschen - 'little mouse' - after they were separated.
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Noisy kittens waiting for dinner
Facebook group set up to help find Birmingham MP's missing cat
Labour activists in Moseley, led by former city council deputy leader Andy Howell, have launched the Friends of Beauty The Kitten group and promised to help search for the missing moggy.
Click here to read more.
Friday, October 22, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
The Top 10 Pet-Owner Mistakes
Mistake 1: Buying a Pet Spontaneously
Why this is a mistake: That doggie in the window may be darling, but he might not be the right fit for your family or lifestyle.
How to avoid it: Fully inform yourself before you bring home a pet. Every dog or cat has its own needs, some of which are specific to the breed. Terriers tend to dig; Abyssinians explore and climb. If there’s a breed that interests you, read up on it (try the website of the American Kennel Club, at akc.org, or the Cat Fanciers Association, at cfainc.org), talk to owners, and get to know someone else’s Border collie or Persian. That said, not every dog or cat is typical of its breed, so “ask about the pet’s history, health, and temperament,” says Stephanie Shain, a director at the Humane Society of the United States. When dealing with a breeder, you should be shown where the pet was raised and meet his parents.
What are the other 9 mistakes and am I making them too? Click here to read more
The Wilber Workout (Wilber the Cat, Episode 3)
Short address to share with your friends: http://ow.ly/2VcLF
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Autumn day cat by Sang-Beok Byun(18c, Korea)
Sang-Beok Byun was famous for realistic paintings of cats. Even his nickname was Cat Byun.
http://ow.ly/i/4E5S
Saturday, October 16, 2010
The Purrfectly Comfy Kitty
This is sooooooooo hypnotizing. I'm getting sleepy... sleepy... Sleepy........zzzzzzzzzzzzz
PlayCat Mascat, Soo's Luke Skywalker
Introducing Luke, PlayCat contributor Soo's cat, Luke Skywalker (Yes, that's his name).
Luke is PlayCat's mascot cat.
Luke is PlayCat's mascot cat.
The Cat's Brain: A Scary Thing?
Did you know that a cat's brain is more similar to a human brain than that of a dog?Read more here @ families.com
Friday, October 15, 2010
Fun Fact: Who Created the Cat Door?
Todays's fun fact about cats: Sir Isaac Newton invented the cat door.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cat_flap
Cat Astrological Sun Signs
What's your cat's sign? Aries the fireball? Curious Gemini? Loyal Capricorn?Cat Astrological Sun Signs by Dr. Stanley - http://ow.ly/2TTmC
Also, check out Joyce Jillson's Astrology For Cats (Cover page shown here)
Human Foods to Avoid for Cats
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Toxic food for cats: Onions, Garlic, & Related Root Vegetables, Green Tomatoes, Raw Potatoes, Chocolate, Grapes and Raisins. http://ow.ly/2TTjo
Let's face it: some cats are inveterate "bums" and will beg and plead most appealingly while you try to eat. While I will (rarely) give a cat a tidbit of chicken or turkey from my plate, it's a practice I don't encourage as a regular habit for a few reasons. First, because cats need the nutrients specifically provided for them in good, premium cat foods, and any "extras" that they consume will take away their appetites for their regular meals. A sliver of turkey or chicken from your dinner plate certainly won't kill a cat, but you're helping him develop bad habits. What happens when Aunt Phoebe comes for dinner and Simon jumps on her lap to scarf up her meal?
Click here to read more.
Toxic food for cats: Onions, Garlic, & Related Root Vegetables, Green Tomatoes, Raw Potatoes, Chocolate, Grapes and Raisins. http://ow.ly/2TTjo
Let's face it: some cats are inveterate "bums" and will beg and plead most appealingly while you try to eat. While I will (rarely) give a cat a tidbit of chicken or turkey from my plate, it's a practice I don't encourage as a regular habit for a few reasons. First, because cats need the nutrients specifically provided for them in good, premium cat foods, and any "extras" that they consume will take away their appetites for their regular meals. A sliver of turkey or chicken from your dinner plate certainly won't kill a cat, but you're helping him develop bad habits. What happens when Aunt Phoebe comes for dinner and Simon jumps on her lap to scarf up her meal?Click here to read more.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Fun Fact: Cat Was Not a "Cat" in 1760.
Male cats used to be called "rams" or "boars", however in 1760, an anonymous author wrote a book entitled "The Life & Adventures of a Cat" in which the central character was a male called Tom the Cat. This book was hugely popular & the name tom cat quickly replaced "ram" or "boar".
Edgar Allan Poe and His Cat
Tidbit today:
Edgar Allan Poe
lived in Philadelphia for about six years (1838-1844), spending his last year to 18 months at a house on North 7th Street. With him lived his beloved wife Virginia, his treasured mother-in-law Maria Clemm, and their adored feline, a tortoise-shell tabby(not a black cat) named Catterina.
Edgar Allan Poe
lived in Philadelphia for about six years (1838-1844), spending his last year to 18 months at a house on North 7th Street. With him lived his beloved wife Virginia, his treasured mother-in-law Maria Clemm, and their adored feline, a tortoise-shell tabby(not a black cat) named Catterina.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
When life gives cats lemons, local girls make lemonade
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| Photo courtesy of Cindy Dauphin |
Green residents Auguste Mills, 12, and Lillie McCortney, 11, and Canton resident Maddie Wagler, 13, raised about $134 at a lemonade stand they organized this summer. The girls used the proceeds to have 10 feral cats spayed and neutered, according to Cindy Dauphin, a volunteer with Pawsibilities — The Humane Society of Greater Akron (HSGA).
Click here to read more.
Cats Who Chew
Some cats love to chew and whilst this habit can be a normal part of your pet’s development, when taken to extremes, it can become dangerous. If you start to worry for your pet’s health or safety, your cat insurance
may be able to protect you financially from the costs of specialist treatment.
Click here to read more @ North Whales Chronicle
may be able to protect you financially from the costs of specialist treatment.Click here to read more @ North Whales Chronicle
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Halloween Cat Cookies Recipe
Trick-or-treaters of all ages will gobble up these adorable cookies. The tasty treats can be served as a swift after-school snack, an appealing addition to a fall bake sale, or a quick contribution to a classroom celebration or ghoulish get-together.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, WisconsinPrep/Total Time: 30 minutes
18 Servings
Click here to read the recipe
Halloween Black Cat Cake
Frighten away those chocolate urges with this hauntingly delicious chocolate cake cut and frosted to look like a black cat.Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings 16
Click here to see the recipe
Monday, October 11, 2010
Cats 101: Popular Cat Breeds
Fun, education video, introducing from American Shorthair to Exotic breeds.Click here to view the video
Courtesy of Animal Planet by Discovery.
Pets love a tender touch.
| Pantera was in kitty heaven as her owner kneaded her back legs. The 11-year-old cat flopped down on the table and practically melted in Tiffany Clay-Jeffers’ hands. Massage is good for people — and animals, too. Click here to read more |  Pet therapist Tiffany Clay-Jeffers massages her 8-year-old dog, Bird.-Matt Huber |
 Clay-Jeffers massages her cat, Pantera.-Matt Huber |
Mobile App: Pet First Aid for Dogs and Cats
Mobile App: Pet First Aid for Your Dog, Cat, Puppy, or KittenBy Jive Media LLC
Learn more, read reviews, and download Pet First Aid: for Your Dog, Cat, Puppy, or Kitten by Jive Media LLC.
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Black cats are 'lucky' after all!
In the West, black cats have often been looked upon as a symbol of evil omens, specifically being suspected of being the familiars of witches.In West, black cats have often been looked upon as a symbol of evil omens, specifically being suspected of being the familiars of witches.
Also, Halloween conjures images of mysterious black cats that cross paths and bring bad luck.
However, black cats are the least accident-prone, resulting in the lowest number of pet insurance claims.
Read the full article: International Business Times | World
Pope-blessed Birmingham Oratory cat sent fan mail
Pushkin, a 10-year-old half Persian cross, belongs to Father Anton Gusiel and lives in Birmingham Oratory.He met Pope Benedict XVI on 19 September when the pontiff visited the church founded by Cardinal John Henry Newman, who was beatified that day.
Read full articles here: BBC News Birmingham
Cat and the Owner, the First to Survive a trip over a Niagara Falls in a barrel.
Annie Edson Taylor (October 24, 1838 – April 29, 1921) was an American adventuress who became the first person to survive a trip over Niagara Falls in a barrel on her 63rd birthday, October 24, 1901.Source: Wikipedia
Cat-shaped Sand Dune in Nevada, USA
Cat-shaped sand dune on Mt. Cronese in Baker, Nevada, USA. On Sept 2010 off 15 FWY on the way to Las Vegas from San Fernando Valley, CA. • http://ht.ly/2EV63
Mobile upload.
Cat Quote Today
"As anyone who has ever been around a cat for any length of time well knows cats have enormous patience with the limitations of the human kind." - Cleveland Amory
PlayCat booth at Santa Monica Cat Show 2010
Mobile Upload.PlayCat booth at Santa Monica Cat Show 2010, last day of the event. Featured this weekend were hand-made, designer feline body pillows and necklaces for cats at special convention prices.
Original image on August 29, 2010
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