Hi, everypawdy! We hope that Catster’s pawsome new redesign isn’t slowing you down. We’ve posted a lot about it, and we’ve been listening to what everyone is saying in the Catster redesign group. I hope that all of you who customize your pages have stopped holding your breath, now that you can see what we …
People look at me and they say, "Look at the cute little kitty." Then they give me "scritchies," which they also talk about. They do that because I’m adorable, and because I’ve got life figured out. I almost never have to go outside. I get wet food three times per day, free rein of the …
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Hi, Dr. Barchas, Yesterday we noticed our outdoor cat, Whiskers (whom we refer to as Whiskey), had an abscess on his left cheek. He is not lethargic; he is eating well and seems very much himself. A couple of years ago he had an injury and we were given Clavamox antibiotic for him. We have …
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Not that long ago, cat-oriented home accessories were downright eyesores. Happily, feline furnishings have come a long way. Still, the biggest challenge facing pet products designers is how to clad the cat litter box in style. Is it even possible? Crystal Gregory proves that it is. Her company, Modernist Cat of Seattle, proudly produces seriously …
Ellen DeGeneres Loves Her Modernist Cat Litter Hideaway and You’ll Love Yours Read More »
This story comes to you from the great state of Maine, home of good lobster, lousy Mexican food, and a meteorological and political climate that could best be characterized as interesting — in the apocryphal Chinese curse sense of the word. But what can I say? I live in Maine and I’ve got lots of …
Lights Out for Kitty: Maine Electric Company Shuts Off Town’s Power to Save One Cat Read More »
For every “crazy” cat lady out there, chances are you’ll find a crazy cat guy. Yes, men are just as obsessed with their feline friends as women are! I can certainly name a few who aren’t ashamed to love their kitties. This week’s Catster Picks are for cat-loving urban men who like to sport their …
Catster’s Style Picks: Enough About the Cat Ladies, Here’s Something for the Gents Read More »
Catster reader Michele asks, “Are laser pointers dangerous for cats?” Well, Michele, have we got a song for you. The Lyrics: My Unbeatable Foe By Sarah Donner If you want to do a lazy kitty favors/Pull out a stimulating laser/It’s better than an episode of Frasier Just be sure you don’t point it in their …
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