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Category Archives: Cat Safety
Paws Up for Wednesday – Stop! Don’t Let Your Cat Smell the Flowers
I went to a large nursery once in search of plants that are not toxic to cats. The nurseryman did some research and found a very long list of plants that are varying degrees of toxic to cats. The list … Continue reading
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Meowy Monday—Happy Mew Year
January 2nd is designated as Happy Mew Year—or a day to once again acknowledge the beloved cat. Here are some ideas for celebrating Happy Mew Year with your cat: Sing cat-related songs such as those from the play/movie, Cats, or … Continue reading
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Meowy Monday – How to Decorate for the Holidays Around Your Cat
I spent Saturday decorating for the holidays for the first time since 2019, which means it’s the first time that Olivia has seen Christmas decorations. She isn’t all that impressed, but she does seem a tad confused by it all. … Continue reading
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Meowy Monday – The Precious Pets Escaping War in Ukraine
Our hearts go out to the Ukrainian people and their pets. I think we’ve all see photos of people carrying even large dogs and willing cats, seemingly without restraints—just carrying them and whatever food and other necessities they’ll need trying … Continue reading
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Paws Up for Wednesday – The Art of Keeping Cool Cats Warm
I feel almost guilty for enjoying bright sunny days through most of December, January and now into February with temps in the 70s and 80s while so many of my friends are buried in snow and ice. The outdoor cats … Continue reading
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Meowy Monday – The Life of an Indoor/Outdoor Cat
Litter boxes used to be for emergencies only and for a cat’s overnight needs. Few people kept their cats inside all the time. Cats were meant to frolic out of doors in the grass, among the tulips, taking in sunshine … Continue reading
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Thoughts for Thursday – Happy Thanksgiving
Enjoy your day and remember to keep your cats safe—no turkey bones or anything chocolate, oniony, or garlicky—which often includes the stuffing. Just about the safest part of the Thanksgiving dinner for your cats is bits of the turkey meat … Continue reading
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Newsday Tuesday – Cats Remind Us to Watch Our P’s and Q’s
Life changes when you invite a cat into your home. Even if you’ve had cats for years, bringing in a kitten can shake up your world a bit. Each cat or kitten you adopt comes with different requirements. Just this … Continue reading
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Thoughts for Thursday – Should You Feed Your Cat Greens?
What do people give the grandmother/great-grandmother, elderly neighbor/friend for birthdays and other occasions? Plants and flowers. I love them, but as soon as I receive them I go to the internet and look that particular plant or flower up to … Continue reading
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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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