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Cat Fostering 101

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What is fostering?

Fostering an animal entails working with a shelter or adoption program to provide a temporary home environment for an animal in need or to relieve pressure on an overburdened system. It provides a bridge, between the impersonal and sometimes scary shelter, and a forever home with the right family or individual pet parent. When deciding whether or not fostering is right for you, it’s important to understand why there’s a need, what special needs different types of foster cats might have, and the practical realities you need to be prepared to work with. [Read more…]

April Cat Headlines

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“Master of Disguise”: Cat’s Hilarious Effort at Hiding Goes Viral

A New York man’s kitty delighted Twitter with a … paw-thetic attempt at becoming invisible. This inspired other pet parents to share their own priceless photos of furry friends’ efforts to hide. 

Jinx the Cat to be Mayor of Hell

Jinx the cat is famous on social media as an unusual-looking rescue, and now is set to be the mayor of Hell, population 72–Hell, Michigan, that is. The wide-eyed, large-pawed feline lives in California with her human, Mia, and presumably did not have to campaign too hard for the job. The township near Ann Arbor offers anyone a chance to be mayor for a day (or even an hour) for $25 an hour. No word on Jinx’s plans to run for higher office.

Where Do Outdoor Cats Go? Not Far…

A study used GPS tracking to follow a population of 100 cats in a small town in Eastern Norway, seeking to discover where indoor-outdoor cats go when they are not at home. Most cats, it turns out, stay fairly close to home: about 50 meters (164 feet) on average, with most not venturing beyond a quarter-mile at their farthest. A very small number were more adventurous and traveled miles from home, but at least in this study, that was the exception, not the rule. 

How to Reduce Cat Anxiety

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Is Your Cat a Bundle of Nerves? 

There is nothing like the contented purring of a relaxed feline companion, but anxiety in cats can be a real and frequent challenge. It can lead to misbehavior (destruction of property, foregoing the litter box for your bed, excessive calling), or it can lead to physiological and psychological discomfort. Anxiety about going to the vet can cause pet parents to avoid seeking care.  [Read more…]

March Cat Headlines

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Hilarious “Grumpy Face” Demanding Cat Goes Viral

Blake, a Persian cat, with an adorable “grumpy face” was posted online by his owner back in May 2020.  Blakes’s account has quickly gained over 10,000 followers on Instagram.  Gaining popularity on Reddit as well, “Resting grumpy face, I like,” wrote one redditor. Another said: “That cat has amazing faith in your intelligence. Most cats just assume you are too stupid to understand anything they communicate so they don’t even try.”  Blake’s videos feature him demanding treats and attention with a “resting grumpy face”.

Vets Warning Cat Owners About Using Flea Products

Dr. Becky Reynolds in Watertown NY has recently warned cat owners about flea and tick products that were designed for dogs. These flea products contain pyrethrin and pyrethroid which can be poisonous to cats.  Dr. Reynolds recently witnessed three cats die due to these poisonous substances.  These products are considered safe for dogs, but not cats.

The Kayaking Cat

Toonie that cat loves riding on her owner’s kayaks while on vacation in Thailand.  Toonie calmly loves watching the scenery and going on outdoor adventures.  Her owners think that Toonie thoroughly enjoys kayaking with them. Watch the video here.