Month: November 2016

Winter Weather Tips to Help Community Cats

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Community cats (feral and stray cats) are pretty resilient, but they can definitely use help getting through the cold winter months. “Cats live and thrive outdoors in all kinds of climates,” said Becky Robinson, president and founder of Alley Cat Allies. “But a little extra help during the winter months can go a long way for protecting community cats.”

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What You Should Know If You Need to Board Your Blind or Deaf Cat

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I believe that for most cats, a cat sitter is a better option than boarding when their guardians have to travel, but there may be situations where boarding is your only option. Boarding can be stressful for cats in general, but this is especially true for special needs cats. I recently wrote an article for Pet Boarding and Daycare magazine, which is republished here with permission. If you find yourself faced with having to board your blind or deaf cat, make sure that the boarding facility staff understands how to care for these special kitties.
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Gorgeous Wooden Cat Clocks from The Sawdust Fairy

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Even with all the digital clocks I have around my house, I still like the look of an old-fashioned clock. One of my longtime favorite cat clocks broke recently, and couldn’t be repaired, so I was looking for a replacement. When I saw the beautiful clock above, I just had to have it. Doesn’t it look like a tortie?

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Kool Kitty Hotel: Packaging that Doubles as a Toy

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Scratching is a natural behavior for cats. Cats scratch to groom their claws; the scratching motion helps remove dead sheaths from their front claws (they usually chew them off their back claws). They scratch to mark their territory. They scratch for exercise; scratching stretches the muscles in the front legs and all along the back. And they scratch simply because it feels good. The problem comes in when this natural behavior collides with our living space. While some cat guardians have resigned themselves to living with scratched furniture, sometimes “sacrficing” one piece to the cats, there are other ways to protect your furniture, and still let your cat be a cat.Continue Reading

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Urinary Crystals and Bladder Stones in Cats: Signs, Causes & Prevention

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Urinary crystals and bladder stones are collections of minerals that form in the urinary tract. They can range in size from microscopically small to several millimeters in diameter. While crystals may not cause any symptoms, larger stones can cause irritation, inflammation, and even dangerous urinary blockages.Continue Reading

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Pancreatitis in Cats: A Serious and Potentially Life-Threatening Disease

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The pancreas is an organ in the abdomen located very close to the stomach, intestines and liver. It produces insulin which is necessary for keeping the body’s blood sugar stable. It also produces enzymes necessary for the proper digestion of food. When the pancreas becomes inflamed, digestive enzymes are  activated within the pancreas and the pancreas basically begins to “eat/dissolve” itself. Pancreatitis can be acute or chronic.Continue Reading

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Custom Ornament from KittyCat Studio

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I had a lovely surprise earlier this week: I received this adorable ornament from KittyCat Studio in the mail! As you may recall, I introduced you to Laura Anglemoyer, the artist behind KittyCat Studio, when we gave away one of her Tortoiseshell Cat Angel Tree Toppers. Continue Reading

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Shop Cats of New York by Tamar Arslanian (2023 Review)

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My favorite city in the world and cats – what could be better? I’d been looking forward to Shop Cats of New York ever since I first heard about the book’s concept. This first book by Tamar Arslanian, known for her blog IHaveCat.com – “Single in the City with Cat(s)”, combines Tamar’s love for cats and for her city in one beautiful package.Continue Reading

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Shop Cats of New York

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Written by Tamar Arslanian

Living in the same New York City neighborhood for many years, two cats – in addition to my own – have become part of the fabric of my daily life. Jack Daniels, my local wine store cat, and Kitty, who lives in a pilates studio. Had it not been for them, I’m not sure my first book, Shop Cats of New York would exists!Continue Reading

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