Two decades ago, a 9-year-old cat found a family from Wisconsin, and has been their most loyal companion since. Emmu Lah @retired_familiar The 29-year-old cat (lovingly named Margo Margopants) found her forever human 20 years ago when their family brought her home to foster. Emmu Lah who was 12 years old at the time, met
Month: April 2020
In this time of social distancing, many of us are revisiting our enjoyment of simple things like gardening. Even if you don’t have a large yard it’s possible to grow window gardens, but unfortunately, a number of plants commonly available are very dangerous to our cats. Only select plants that will be safe if your
Louise Holton may not be a name on the lips of cat lovers everywhere, but it should be. In 1975, Holton worked with the Johannesburg SPCA in South Africa on trap-neuter-return for community cats. She worked with veterinarian and TNR pioneer Jenny Remfry; world-famous author and biologist Roger Tabor; and cat rescue organizations in the
Looking for a way to celebrate our feline friends this month? Here are some fun May cat activities. NOTE: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many events have been cancelled. But here are some virtual events you can check out. All month: National Pet Month; Chip Your Pet Month Meet lots of breeds virtually from TICA. Photo
A calico was found outside without a mom. A Good Samaritan scooped her up and rushed to get her help. Haley Waugh @fosterpetsofsac Two weeks ago, Haley Waugh, a foster volunteer of Front Street Animal Shelter (in Sacramento, California), received a message about a tiny kitten who was found outside by a restaurant — she
Stella, Memorial Day is coming up! I thought we’d do something special today that has to do with cats.I’M GETTING A PARADE! You are not getting a parade.But I’m a military. You are NOT a military.A military that steadfastly defends this house, this yard, this street from the abandoned boat trailer to the north to
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A little pint-sized kitten fought hard to live after he was rejected by his mom. Beth Walden @the_kitten_guinness Two weeks ago, Beth Walden and her family were contacted about a tiny “runt” who was in urgent need of rescue. The 3-week-old kitten was just the size of a newborn and had been rejected by his
While spending the day in New York City, Catster art director Lori Wendin visited the Fishs Eddy store in Union Square, where she saw an artist working in the back of the store. That artist is Ben Lenovitz, whose artwork is fun, quirky and absolutely charming. He works in several mediums to create his pop-folk
When it comes to veterinary telemedicine during COVID-19, make sure you have realistic expectations before placing the call with your vet. Photo: Branislav Nenin Why use veterinary telemedicine right now? Because stay-at-home guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic are very important in your area. Because you feel sick. Because you don’t have an emergency problem with
A cat was found covering her kittens in a backyard, trying to keep them safe. Little Wanderers NYC Earlier this month, Little Wanderers NYC, a rescue group in New York City, received an urgent request about a feral cat and her four kittens. “They were found in a dirty Bronx backyard. We try hard to
For many pet care professionals, COVID-19 has been disastrous. Demand for dog walking and pet sitting services dried up overnight. Photo: hedgehog94 The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has had a major impact on just about every profession in the United States, including those of us in the pet care industry. Veterinarians, groomers, trainers and pet sitters
A couple came across a kitten living outside all alone. They came up with a plan to rescue and adopt her. Betty H. @fluffythepuppycat Betty H. and her husband noticed a stray wandering outside their house in late 2018. The little odd-eyed kitten was timid, dirty and very hungry. “We started leaving food and water
The best, funniest and craziest dog videos 2020! These cute furry little friends will make you forget your problems and make you laugh all day long! Only the best …
A tabby stray walked into an apartment to have kittens and found help for them just in time. Ashley Morrison @youngestoldcatlady About a month ago, Ashley Morrison, a rescuer based in Seattle, Washington was contacted about a stray cat who just had her kittens at a resident’s home. The community cat had been living outside
Five years ago, Danielle Schafer spotted a stray kitten on a rural street in upstate New York. She took her home, and named her Kitty. The beautiful, green-eyed feline, clearly smitten with her rescuer, made it pretty clear she wanted to stay. “She would run down the stairs meowing at me,” Danielle says. “She was
Idexx Laboratories says its COVID-19 test for pets — called the Idexx SARS-CoV-2 RealPCR™ — is now available “for rare cases in consultation with your public health authority.” Photo: Petful I had mixed emotions when I first learned about a COVID-19 test for pets. All sorts of thoughts went through my head, such as: Do
A neighborhood stray befriended a couple. She came back to their porch one day with a tiny plus one. Courtney @callmecourtnay Courtney and her boyfriend, Jake, came across a stray cat when they moved into their neighborhood. The friendly tabby began to follow them around whenever they were outside for a walk. She would hang
A little wobbly kitty is so happy to be loved she sings the cutest silent meows. Nikki Martinez @myfosterkittens Early this year, Nikki Martinez, a TNR rescuer and foster volunteer, went to pick up a kitten at the municipal shelter in Las Vegas. At the last minute, she was asked if she could also help
Two tuxedo brothers who were found in a storm, share an amazing bond. Jin’s Bottle Babies A few weeks ago, a resident from Central Phoenix, Arizona discovered a pair of abandoned kittens near a dumpster. They were so young that their eyes were still closed, and they would have to be bottle fed. Shelbi Uyehara,
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Classy clips of courage CATS ruining DOG’S confidence – They simply wouldn’t allow them to even pass the corridor 😀 Everyone share your opinions in …
A cat is so happy to be adopted that she shows her human appreciation by bringing her slippers every morning. @lulutheslippercat Lulu the cat was brought to a shelter in poor shape. She was covered in matted fur and had several health issues. After a year in shelter, the tabby cat found herself yearning for
A feline family of five was rescued from life on the street. They are all equipped with extra digits on their paws. The Runaways Animal Rescue A cat had been seen around a strip mall, near a busy highway for some time. Employees from a shop noticed that she was pregnant, and when they realized
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A palm-sized kitten who was rescued from life on the street, has blossomed into quite the character. Erin and Chris @catasticalmeows Early this year, a pint-sized kitten was found on the street, hungry and alone. A local animal rescuer scooped him up and took him to Wrenn Rescues (in Los Angeles) in the nick of
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Keeping cats indoors protects them from predators, cars and diseases, according to The American Veterinary Medical Association. Because they have natural hunting instincts, cats also prey on birds and other small wildlife, which can harm the ecosystem. But it’s hard to watch Kitty sit at the window, staring and chirping at the birds, and not
I have a playlist. In fact, I have a few of them — one for running, one for relaxing, one just for fun. But I never thought about creating one for my own pets until Spotify came out with its Pet Playlists. This new experience is where Spotify users get an algorithmically curated playlist based
This is a stressful time for everyone. I’ve had clients almost come to blows outside the vet clinic. Illustrations: Shutterstock During the current COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, no corner of daily life remains untouched. As we all struggle to adjust to a “new normal,” this means doing our best under difficult circumstances. The realities for vets