My sweet Kissy is going to have her left hind leg amputated next Monday. It really wasn’t a difficult decision, after a recent trip to the vet revealed the extent of the damage caused by the bone deformity with which she was born. My heart broke when I realized that the poor cat has probably …
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As the effects of superstorm Sandy are felt throughout the East Coast, the flush felines of Ca$hCats.biz (the Tumblr blog dedicated to displaying pix of kitties ‘n’ currency) are doing their part to raise money for storm relief. For $11, the online store offers a limited-edition C.R.E.A.M. mug by Lisa Hildebrant, featuring her colorful representation …
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“I’m so glad you’re here, and I really love your program!” That’s what a prominent member of the Cat Writers Association said to me soon after I arrived at the group’s annual conference in Los Angeles last Thursday. To be clear, I don’t have “a program.” I’m an editor and writer. But I knew what …
A moment of silence, please. The Internet has lost one of its cutest darlings: Marty, the kitty who inspired Chris Torres when someone suggested combining a Pop-Tart with a cat, has passed away. The cause? Feline infectious peritonitis, the same disease that claimed the life of Marty’s brother, Buster. The news comes to Catster via …
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Over on Dogster, we shared Dog Heirs’ collection of dog photos from people who had been photographed with their pooches, then and now. The photographs were a loving tribute to the lifelong bond between humans and their dogs. Lest you feared cats would be left out of the mix, don’t worry: Love Meow has compiled …
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Much like drag queens, grand dames, and superheroes, Cleo the Cat is a being who believes a costume is just everyday wear. She also puts her glamourpuss looks to good use, working to raise awareness for shelter animals and rescue organizations. Cleo is a fluffy tortie who lives in Montrose, the coolest neighborhood in Houston, …
