Do certain things make you think of a beloved cat? Associations are powerful experiences. Over time, I’ve become aware that certain items or places or even phrases will trigger a memory of a cat. That cat might still be living with me or might have been gone for years. I’m fascinated with how these things …
Do Certain Foods or Items Around the House Make You Think of Your Cat? Read More »
Last Thursday I attended the third annual Internet Cat Video Festival. It’s the original one, and it’s in my backyard, so I’ve been lucky enough to experience all three! I know the festival now tours, but if you’ve never attended the one in Minneapolis, you’re missing a completely surreal experience. This year the festival took …
My 10 Favorite Things From the 2014 Internet Cat Video Festival in Minneapolis Read More »
I’m a pretty big animal fanatic with a cat blog and three rescue cats. I’ve tried to do my part for animals in need by fostering, having brought 20 cats and kittens into my home. Sadly, after the adoption of my third cat, fostering stopped being an option. She was one jealous kitty and started …
Meet ResQwalk: The App That Helps Cats One Human Step at a Time Read More »
When Mr. Miles was first found wandering the sidewalks of Melbourne as a street cat, his shelter savior described him as being “battered and bruised with a body hard as nails and full of abscesses.” He also tested positive for feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). That was five years ago. Now the dignified-looking Mr. Miles has …
Our Monday Miracle Is Mr. Miles, An Advocate for FIV+ Cats Everywhere Read More »
It’s no secret that I love black cats. I’ve railed against the injustice of anti-black cat prejudice and pondered why people still believe the ridiculous myth that black cats are bad luck. I’ve shared my stories of black cat love and encouraged people to share theirs. But the one thing I’ve never done before is …
The Science Behind the Fur: What Makes Black Cats Black? Read More »
I love spending time with my cats. They’re a joy and a constant source of love and entertainment. I usually have one kitty in my lap and at least two nearby when I’m at home. Because we’re physically so close to one another on a daily basis, I’ve become used to many of their typical …
