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Category Archives: About Cats
Frivolous Friday – Cool Cats
It’s getting warm out—HOT in some places. Your inside or outside cat is probably changing some of her behavior and habits. Our cats have given up their cozy beds. We can store those away until the cool fall breezes and … Continue reading
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Thoughts for Thursday – Carousing Cats
While I haven’t had an outdoor cat in years, I’m always happy to see cats out and about while I’m walking, or to see neighborhood cats lolling in my backyard or curled up in my birdbath. I always wonder where … Continue reading
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Wild (and Sometimes Crazy) Wednesday – Does Your Cat Get It?
When you talk to your cat, does she understand? Does she know by the words or the gestures that it’s time to eat? Sophie actually seems to figure it out by what’s on TV. She stares at the TV sometimes … Continue reading
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Newsday Tuesday – Let’s Celebrate the Number One Cat
Saturday, June 19, was Garfield’s 43rd birthday. That date is now a national holiday celebrating the famous cartoon character. Jim Davis created Garfield in 1978 using his grandfather as the model—yes, in name and in character. His grandfather was named … Continue reading
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Mindful Monday – Fun With Cats
A friend, colleague, and fellow cat writer coined a phrase in an email over the weekend—a phrase that I wish I’d said. I’m preparing for a blog tour and the company who is helping me with that contacted Debbie de … Continue reading
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Frivolous Friday – You’d Better Believe Your Cat Needs Grooming Help
Some cats need extra special attention because of their fur type. However, we’ve found that all cats should be groomed. It’s good for the cat’s health as she will swallow less fur when she grooms herself, it’s a great bonding … Continue reading
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Wild (and Sometimes Crazy) Wednesday – Cats as Floor Monitors
I always thought dogs were the best pets for kitchen clean up. You drop a dollop of mashed potatoes on the floor and the dog’s right there to lap it up. Spaghetti, a cherry tomato, a slice of cucumber, or … Continue reading
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Newsday Tuesday – 10 Amazing Cat Stories and 2 NEW Books!
First, I’d like to announce that both the Kindle and Print versions of Book 52 of the Klepto Cat Mystery series, A Whisker Away, are ready for purchase at Amazon.com https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0978226LP/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1623755342&sr=1-1 . Order your copy today. Speaking of Books: Have … Continue reading
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Frivolous Friday—National Hug Your Cat Day
This is national hug your cat day. No one knows who came up with the idea, but you can bet it was someone like you and me—a person who loves to snuggle and cuddle with a cat—any cat. But why … Continue reading
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Wild (and Sometimes Crazy) Wednesday – National Hairball Awareness Day
Sorry dear readers, but I guess we missed this important day. I had it written down on my calendar as being June 4, when in reality it was back in April. Why do we need an awareness day to celebrate … Continue reading
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