An orphan kitten found a family to help her thrive and blossomed into a rambunctious personality. Winnie the ginger kittenKali @turtleandfosterfriends A kitten whose eyes were still closed, was brought to a local municipal shelter in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kali, a foster volunteer who specializes in critical cases, stepped up to help. “I was contacted
Usually when I share my outtakes, I have at least one photo of me and my tongue. This week I didn’t! I had so many tongue-out photos that I could dedicate a whole blog post to them. So that’s what I did. I look like I’m giving my human the subtlest of raspberries in this
June 30, 2021 By: Summer Sambacomment My human shot some video of us going through my therapy cat tote bag the other day, but she didn’t have time to edit it together for the blog post. She finally finished putting it together, so I wanted to share it with you today. I hope you enjoy
Cannabis, also known as medical marijuana, remains a controversial topic. But more people are realizing how effective it is at treating the symptoms of many human conditions, from cancer and AIDS to multiple sclerosis, pain disorders, glaucoma, epilepsy and more. Cannabis is also being used to help treat pets, including cats, and for many similar
My human and I had to make a quick, fun stop at the pet store yesterday. Well, she says it would have been quick if I hadn’t come along! But it was cool that I did, as you’ll find out in a minute. Of course I had to try out the merchandise. We made a
According to the ASPCA, there may be more than 100,000 venomous snakebites that occur in cats and dogs every year. The most important thing you can do regarding snake bites is to prevent them from happening in the first place. Keep your cats inside, keep your dog leashed on your walk, keep to worn trails,
Toronto-based freelance writer Paul Lima, recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, struggles to stay awake and finish his story. But a wave of fatigue submerges his will, and he collapses onto the couch seconds before passing out. When Paul awakes, he registers a deep, content purr vibrating throughout his rib cage. As his eyes flutter open,
An orange kitten who was found as a stray, befriended a family cat and decided to follow her everywhere she goes. Thor the kitten and Alani the catHaneen Alrabeah A few weeks ago, Laila D’Souza, founder of the Winston Memorial Foundation, took in an orange tabby that had been rescued from a park. He was
June 28, 2021 By: Summer Sambacomment My human finally got the email: both of the hospitals that we visit, the children’s hospital and the bigger hospital, are opening back up for therapy pet visits! So I get to return to therapy cat work. My human has already scheduled three visits in July. But first, we
I’ve always loved boxes — my home is filled with them. So I decided to decorate one of my own using stencils — cat-themed, of course! Instructions Give the box a good sanding to get rid of any rough spots. Paint the box with two or three coats. Let it dry completely before you start
In case you have been wondering if there were outtakes from this year’s Cat World Domination Day, the answer would be yes! And I’m sharing them with you today. Maybe I was complaining to the management in this photo. I’m not sure. If the lucky cat is holding up the right paw, it means good
Okay, not those kinds of biscuits! But seriously, having a cat knead you with their paws, also known as “making biscuits,” is one of the sweetest feelings in the world, isn’t it? The Conversation explored this topic in depth, presenting several theories as to why cats do this. Click here to read Why do cats
A kitten snuck into a yard and found help through the kindness of people. He turned into the sweetest lap cat. Mabrouk the stray kitten turned into a lap catChatons Orphelins Montréal About a month ago, a little orange tabby showed up crying in a resident’s backyard and wandered to their porch. His eyes were
June 26, 2021 By: Summer Sambacomment Lots of you commented on my casino cat hat! So I figured you would like to know more about it, and see me model it for a few photos. Fun fact about this hat: my human had a completely different theme planned for this years Cat World Domination Day…
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So a few months ago, my human received this wristband from a friend. Actually the “You’re Purrfect” part was on the inside, but she thought that, turned inside out, it might be fun for me to wear. On my head, that is! But wearing a wristband on your head takes a little bit of work.
Ah the litterbox, bane of many a cat person’s existence. The good news is you can greatly improve the litterbox situation for both you and your cat by choosing the right cat litter. Choose the wrong cat litter and you can create elimination issues and a stinky house. Choose the right litter and you’ll have
A medium-cooked burger plopped on a paper plate certainly won’t win any cuisine awards for taste or presentation. But, dress up that burger with melted gouda cheese, lettuce, slices of fresh avocado and tomato with a toasted, buttered bun, and your taste buds will thank you. Well, your cat may feel the same way about
Two kittens, both with three paws and extra toes, share an unbreakable bond. They are always together, through thick and thin. Sake and Sakura the kittens were found with three pawsOne cat at a time A few weeks ago, Marie Simard, founder of One cat at a time (a kitten rescue in Quebec, Canada), received
June 24, 2021 By: Summer Sambacomment Happy Cat World Domination Day! Today we cats have fun celebrating our world domination with a fun party! This year, I’ve put together a casino for you! Welcome to the Lucky Cat Casino! Take a chance at the roulette wheel! I’ve also got a blackjack table. I hope
A quick trawl of the internet brings up plenty of news stories about dogs dying from heatstroke, but hardly any about cats. Our feline friends are either well adept to dealing with the hot weather or just sensible. Indeed most cats choose to head out at night when its cooler instead of being dragged out
June 23, 2021 By: Summer Sambacomment I’m very lucky. There has been a big heat wave in my part of the U.S., but it hasn’t been too bad here. So I’ve gotten to spend some time outside right around dinnertime. I usually forget, but when I’m outside on my leash at home, I can wear
Patrick Lewis of Studio City in Los Angeles, CA told KTLA that an Uber Eats driver, who was delivering food to a neighbor, picked up his 18-year-old family cat, Hog, and drove off with her in the car. And he has video surveillance evidence to prove it. Lewis states that he found Hog’s ID tag on
One of the wonderful things that came out of the pandemic was the creativity of artists from around the world collaborating virtually to create beautiful music. And because everything is better with cats, South African musician David Scott turned his cat’s meow into a lovely song: [embedded content] And then, things got even more magical:
As I’ve been re-emerging into post-pandemic live, I’ve been thinking a lot about priorities. Rather than just returning to normal, I am determined to make conscious choices about how I spend my time and who I spend it with. If nothing else, this past year has been a glaring reminder of just how short life
This post is sponsored by Assisi Animal Health* Play is vitally important to a cat’s mental and physical health, and it’s especially important for indoor cats. Even though cats may sleep up to 16 hours a day, when they’re awake, they need stimulation and exercise, and the best way to accomplish this is with play.
This post is sponsored by Sleepypod* While the cat carrier may not be your cat’s favorite place, it is an important part of your cat’s life, and it can be vital in an emergency. Unfortunately, for most cats, the only time they’re in a carrier is when they have to go to the veterinarian, so
This is a sponsored postThis post contains affiliate links* I’m pretty paranoid when it comes to making sure the toys I let Allegra play with are safe. We have plenty of “blind and deaf mice” at our house because I remove glued on eyes and ears from toy mice before I even give them to
This post contains affiliate links* I’m a big fan of everyday products that are not just functional, but are also pretty and make me happy when I use them. Triple T Studios’ new cat tea towels certainly fit that bill! Made from 100% cotton, these tea towels are generously sized at 20 x 24 inches.
I am so grateful to have eight years of Ruby’s Reflections to look back on, even though of course, eight years isn’t nearly enough. We don’t realize how quickly we can forget the small, everyday things after we lose a loved one. It’s one of the many reasons why I encourage people to journal after they lose
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