Today marks 6 years since I brought my "Squeaky" girl Pandora home!
Though I can't squeeze her and love on her properly today, (or any day) we spent most of the day curled up together on my recliner.
Happy Birthday you grumpy girl. Meowmie loves you and is greatful for everyday that you squeak at me, nudge my hands (while I sleep) for lovins', protect me while I'm in the shower and from spiders and loves me no matter what.
Spay Day USA is celebrating it's 15th year in 2009!
Taken from the HSUS website:
Spay Day USA takes place each year on the last Tuesday of February. Created by the Doris Day Animal League (DDAL) in 1995, Spay Day USA became a program of The Humane Society of the United States when DDAL combined operations with The HSUS in 2006.
Why have a Spay Day?
Spay Day USA because of all the dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens that are euthanized everyday in your local shelters. These animals are not put to sleep because they are ill or injured. These animals did not have a full life, being loved and cared for by a family. These animals are put to sleep because they don't have a family, because the pet population is out of control. Pet overpopulation is a problem in every city in the USA, the only way to stop it is to spay and neuter our pets!
If you can't find any Spay Day USA activities in your area here are some ideas to get the ball rolling for next year.
Fuzzy valentines around the world will take part in our celebrations of love at home this February 14. Admit it, even if you want them around, the more you try to shoo them off, the more they will want to hang out with you and your sweetie. There are several things we need to be aware of when it comes to their safety, but I want to point out three that are more likely to surface this week.
Two Valentine hazards to be aware of are chocolate and lilies. In the week prior to Valentine's Day 2008, cases involving chocolate ingestion increased by 74%—a number comparable only to cases seen during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
Here are some helpful tips I got of the ASPCA website.
- When sending a floral arrangement, request that it contain no lilies, as all species within the plant genera Lilium are toxic to cats. And please de-thorn your roses, as their sharp, woody spines can hurt your pet if chewed, stepped on or swallowed.
- Stow chocolates (any candy) in paw-proof drawers and cabinets. The darker the chocolate, the more likely a pet who’s ingested it will suffer vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, seizures and an elevated heart rate.
- Spilled wine is nothing to cry over—until a curious pet laps it up. Because animals are smaller than humans, a little bit of alcohol can do a lot of harm, causing vomiting, lack of coordination, difficulty breathing and even coma.
- Gather up tape, ribbons, cellophane and balloons after you open presents—long, stringy and “fun-to-chew” items can get lodged in your pet’s throat or digestive tract.
As always, if you suspect your pet has ingested a toxic substance, contact your veterinarian or the APCC’s 24-hour hotline at (888) 426-4435.
This video is of Mimi stalking a spider on the ceiling. She is so intent on getting that spider, but things just didn't work out for her, so in the end she gave up. Poor kitty...
I have a good excuse for being a slacker lately. I had Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass surgery January 13th. The entire month leading up to it was all sorts of testing, dieting, paperwork, referrals and oh, CHRISTMAS. I'm not even up to 50% yet, but wanted to acknowledge my babies before I take another nap.
It was a sunny Sunday afternoon that they were dropped off at my home and though I was apprehensive, I knew you'd stay. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAC AND MIMI. Meowmie loves you very much and would be lost without you. You have brought so much love, happiness and comic relief to our lives. With the exception of "missy pissy" Pandora (loves nobody but me) your adopted brother and sister love you too and in their own ways thank me for going out to the car and carrying you in to our home.
First night here
Now give me pressies damn it!
Who ever said Christmas was just for kids, does not know what they are talking about. Just ask my kids, err I mean cats.
Lucien VS Nip Cane
SantaClaws
Pandora VS Nip Cane
For us?
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Boy loves his Nip Cane
Whoever made the stars that shine,
Whoever made green trees of pine,
Whoever dreamed up fish and mice,
Or sun and rain and snow and ice,
Must have the power in His paws
To help when there's a worthy cause.
Whoever gave the birds a nest
Will grant this humble cat's request.
For needy felines everywhere,
I meow my little Christmas prayer.
Please heal the sick
And cheer the sad,
Forgive the naughty,
and excuse the bad.
One more simple thing I ask:
A pool of sunlight in which to bask,
Plus a plate of food,
A safe, warm house,
A loving lap, a catnip mouse.
Freedom from fleas, furballs, and mats,
And homes for all the homeless cats.
from A Cat's Christmas by Stefanie Samek
Here is another reminder to vote for your favorite animal shelter. The contest is sponsored by www.Care2.com and www.AdoptaPet.com Deadline is January 31, 2009 so get crack-a-lackin'!
My cats are asking that you PLEASE choose AniMeals of Missoula Montana.
**The last contest ended November 1, 2008. The lucky winner was Independent Animal Rescue, Inc (IAR) of Durham, NC www.animalrescue.net
CONGRATULATIONS!! w00t w00t!
Dear Precious Felines of mine,
The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Please note, placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest. This includes cat hair. I’ve grown used to the taste so that trick wont work anymore.
The stairway/hallway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Beating me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run.
I cannot buy anything bigger than a king sized bed. I am very sorry about this. Do not think I will continue sleeping on the couch to ensure your comfort. Cats can actually curl up in a ball when they sleep. It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight to maximize space is nothing but sarcasm.
For the last time, there is no secret exit from the bathroom. If by some miracle I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, howl, meow, and try to turn the knob or get your paw under the edge to try to pull the door open. I must exit through the same door I entered. Also, I have been using the bathroom for years--canine or feline attendance is not required.
The proper order is to kiss me, then clean your butt. I cannot stress this enough!
Love always,
Meowmie
To All Non-Pet Owners Who Visit & Complain About Our Pets:
I only got a tiny scratch after this one!
Mimi can't decide if she should scratch me or take the collar off first!
Lucien is the only one that I got the reindeer hat on. After the others saw this they ran for the hills. (actually they ran under the bed and into the bathtub)
The second I put ANYTHING on Elvira she flops on her side and lays there defeated looking. Sometimes she lays on her back with her paws up like she's dead. Maybe she thinks if she plays dead I'll leave her alone. NOT A CHANCE! Poor kitty!
Pandora is usually exempt from costume torture, but this time I caught her by surprise. Bwahahahaha!
Her growl is worse than her scratch. She's probably the most cooperative of them all.
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