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Sunday Quotes: Reunion

For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been on what I call my post-pandemic reunion tour, meeting friends I hadn’t seen in over a year for lunches and dinners at favorite restaurants. And it was glorious.

I feel like a weight has been lifted. I feel lighter, everything feels brighter, and, well, normal. There were times when thought we’d never get to this point, and I hope I never take such mundane activities as eating out with dear friends for granted.

I hope you’ve been able to return to whateve...

Mews and Nips: 10 Signs Your Cats Love You Even If They’re Not Lap Cats

Every cat has a unique personality, and some cats are more independent than others. And while most of us want our cats to cuddle with us and let us hold them, it’s not in every cat’s nature to show affection by snuggling up on a lap. But even if you cat is not a cuddler, she still has many ways to show you that she loves you. The Redlands Daily Facts recently published a list of 10 signs of feline affection – and some of them may surprise you!

If you missed any of the stories featured on the C...

The Fur Person

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I don’t often re-read books, but a handful of cat books that have become such treasures, I read them again and again. When I recently re-read May Sarton’s The Fur Person, I decided it was time to share it with you again.

Originally published in 1957, The Fur Person is one of the most endearing cat stories I’ve ever read. Featuring the true adventures of Tom Jones, May Sarton’s own cat, this little book captures the essence of what a cat is all about in the b...

Basepaws Whole Genome Sequencing: Your Cat’s Complete Genetic Information

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I previously introduced you to the Basepaws Breed and Health DNA Test and their new Dental Health Kit. Now Basepaws is elevating feline genetic testing to a whole new level. Their Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is the most comprehensive method for analyzing entire genomes. This test provides your cat’s complete, future-proof genetic information, yielding roughly 10,000 times more raw data than other DNA tests.

How it works

Using the swab provided with the kit...

Dry Pilling Cats: Uncomfortable, and Potentially Dangerous

Pilling cats can be challenging, to say the least. Even if you mange to get your cat to take pills by popping them directly into her mouth, you may be doing more harm than good. This practice is known as “dry pilling,” and it can not only be uncomfortable for your cat, it can cause serious damage to the delicate lining of the esophagus.

Think about the last time you took a pill or capsule. You most likely took it with a glass of water. And even if you did, depending on the size of the pill, it...

Cat Ladder Review: Handcrafted Made to Order Cat Furniture

There’s no question that cats love to climb. Vertical space in the form of cat trees and cat shelves is critical to providing an enriched environment for indoor cats. The Cat Ladder addresses this need in a way that’s creative, functional, and beautiful – and most of all, it lends itself to endless possibilities in any home of any size.

About Cat Ladder Feline Furniture

The idea for the Cat Ladder came to creator Joe Koziol when one of their cats couldn’t climb the ladder to their loft. “Their...

Memorial Day 2021

To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. ― Thomas Campbell

Today is Memorial Day in the United States, a day when we honor the memory of the men and women who have died in military service. We also celebrate the arrival of summer, but because of the reason for the holiday, it never feels right to me to say “Happy Memorial Day,” so instead, I’m wishing you a day filled with love and beautiful memories.

This year, we also remember the nearly 600,000 lost to the pandemic in this country.

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Sunday Cat Love and Above: Cats Are Co-Pilots to Self-Love

Guest post by Siena Lee-Tajiri

Last month we reinforced how we already know how to love as evident through how we care for our beloved cats. We also touched on how our cats can serve as secure role models for love. Today I’m going to shed some light on why self-love is so hard, and how our amazing cats can help us turn more of our love towards ourselves.

How the conscious and subconscious parts of our brain create habits

Let’s start with some basics about the brain. Although it’s much more com...

Mews and Nips: More Theories on Why Cats Love Boxes

A couple of weeks ago, we told you about a study that showed that “if it fits I sits” applies not just to real boxes, but to to imaginary boxes, too. Recently, The Atlantic featured an in depth look at the topic of cats and boxes, with several fascinating theories of just why cats and boxes are a match made in heaven. Click here to read the article.

if you missed any of the stories featured on the Conscious Cat this week, here’s a recap: on Sunday, I talked about taking baby steps out of my pa...

Meowfia Premium Felt Cat Cave Winner

Congratulations, Carolsue! You’re the winner of a Meowfia Premium Felt Cat Cave.

Look for an email from Ingrid.*

The caves come in medium and large sizes in multiple colors, and are available from Amazon.

*Winners are selected by random drawing. Winners need to provide a physical address to which the prize will be mailed within 72 hours of receipt of notification e-mail or announcement of winner’s name(s) on The Conscious Cat. If this information is not received within the timeframe stated, a...