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January 22, 2021
Mews and Nips: Photographer Captures Incredible Photos of Bobcats
Capturing a purrfect photo takes skill, patience, and sometimes, just plain luck. When photographer Mike Mayou flew his drone over the St. Louis River in Minnesota, he managed to capture this once-in-a-lifetime image. For more stunning photos and video of the three cats, visit MyModernMet.com.
If you missed any of the stories featured on the Conscious Cat this week, here’s a recap: on Sunday, I offered a resource on how to deal with the “messy middle” of the pandemic, on Monday, I shared infor...
January 21, 2021
Review: No Matter What: Caring for Critters Through Hell or High Water
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No Matter What is the fourth installment in Kelly Meister Yetter’s series of memoirs about her life with an assortment of critters, ranging from cats and dogs to horses, donkeys and ducks.
The author spent much of her life in darkness following childhood abuse, and the resulting depression led her to often isolate herself from other humans. Animals turned out to be her salvation: spending time around animals, and helping them, contributed to the healing of o...
January 20, 2021
Refined Cat Wallet from Triple T Studios
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The Refined Cat Wallet from Triple T Studios is back by popular demand!
This roomy wallet features playful embroidery outlined cat silhouettes on the front. The back is a solid color. A sturdy zipper closure keeps all your valuables safely tucked inside, and detachable wrist strap turns it into a mini purse.
January 19, 2021
Feline Fundamentals: A Weekend with Sterling Davis and Tabitha Kucera
Join Trapking Sterling Davis and veterinary technician and pet behaviorist Tabitha Kucera for a weekend of education, fun and giveaways, all from the comfort of your own home.
The two day event features lectures on topics such as socializing feral kittens, communication for cat advocates, feline friendly handling, an introduction to clicker training, and much more.
For more information and to register, visit https://www.chirrupsandchatter.com/feline-fundamentals
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January 18, 2021
Valentine Ornaments from KittyCat Art Studio
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No matter what the season, KittyCat Art Studio has something adorable to brighten your home. I don’t usually decorate for Valentine’s Day, but this year, I’m adding a few little things to create a little extra joy in the middle of what already feels like an endless winter.
Laura Anglemoyer, the artist behind KittyCat Art Studio, creates beautiful and unique handmade cat items ranging from ornaments to picture frames to food bowls and much, much more. Her wh...
January 17, 2021
Depression in Cats: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Options
Depression in humans has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. A 2017 study by the National Institute of Mental Health found that an estimated 17.3 million adults has had at least one major depressive episode, characterized by a loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities, as well as problems with sleeping, eating, energy, concentration and self-worth. I expect that more recent statistics will probably show even higher numbers, especially considering the mental health challen...
January 16, 2021
Sunday Quotes: The Messy Middle
I would guess that most of us were pretty happy to say goodbye to 2020. However, given how 2021 started, right now it’s hard not to wonder whether this year will really be that much better, which is why it’s more important than ever to hone our coping skills and learn new ones.
There is no doubt that change is coming, and perhaps, there’s even the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel, but right now, we’re still stuck in the “messy middle” of what I hope will be a transformational year on...
January 15, 2021
Mews and Nips: Two Rescued Kittens Become Best Friends
Two kittens rescued separately ended up at the same shelter in New York, and became best friends when Jess Thoren, a fosterer from KittenBnB in New Jersey, took them home. Jess had come to the shelter to rescue another litter of kittens and just knew she had to take little Frankie home as well. Two weeks younger than the other kittens, he quickly became a part of the family, but became particularly close to Dracula, a little black kitten. For more about Frankie and his friends, visit LoveMeow....
January 14, 2021
Review: Feline Philosophy: Cats and the Meaning of Life
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We’re all about learning from our cats here, so when I heard about philosopher John Gray’s new book, Feline Philosophy: Cats and the Meaning of Life, I was intrigued.
From the publisher:
In Feline Philosophy, the philosopher John Gray discovers in cats a way of living that is unburdened by anxiety and self-consciousness, showing how they embody answers to the big questions of love and attachment, mortality, morality, and the Self: Montaigne’s house cat, whos...
January 13, 2021
Handmade Ceramic Cat Tableware from Hannah Turner
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Every once in a while I come across something so pretty on Etsy, I just have to share it with you. Bristol, UK based artist Hannah Turner started her ceramics business in 1991, and it evolved from creating handmade items in her home to an international business that sells to companies such as Anthropologie.
She offers a huge variety of cat themed designs in her Etsy shop. All items are handmade and ship from the UK.
I am totally in love with Hannah’s whim...
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