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Leopard & Lotus Bloom Purse from Triple T Studios

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How beautiful is this purse! The Leopard & Lotus Bloom Purse is part of Triple T Studios’ Vanishing Species Collection, designed to bring awareness to the plight of big cats. These statement handbags and totes tell the world you care about the big cats and don’t want them to disappear.

The pattern on this stunning handbag features a leopard resting among soft pink, beige and light minty green lotus blooms and leaves.

The Leopard & Lotus Bloom Purse Features...

Ask the Cat Doc: How to Get a Cat to Exercise, Cat Cries in the Middle of the Night, and More

Welcome to our regular “Ask the Cat Doc With Dr. Lynn Bahr” segment! Once a month, Dr. Bahr answers as many of your questions as she can, and you can leave new questions for her in a comment.

Dr. Bahr graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. Unlike most veterinarians, she did not grow up knowing that she would become a veterinarian. “It was a cat who got me interested in the practice and I am forever grateful to him,” said Dr. Bahr. Over the course of he...

Sunday Quotes: Discovery

A common theme in conversations about how people are coping with the pandemic seems to be that we’re all discovering new things – and for most of us, that’s hopefully one of the good things coming out of these challenging times.

Maybe you’ve discovered a new hobby that you never had time for? Maybe spending so much time at home has inspired you to redecorate? Maybe you’re finally reading all the books that have been piling up in your to be read pile?

I’ve discovered that I like cooking and ba...

Mews and Nips: Amsterdam’s Floating Cat Sanctuary

If international travel becomes safe again, the Poezenboot (Catboat) in Amsterdam is one of the  places on my list of dream destinations. Forbes recently did a feature on this floating cat sanctuary, which has been in existence since 1966. It can accommodate up to 50 cats, and is open to visitors. For more about the Poezenboot and more wonderful photos, visit Forbes.com.

If you missed any of the stories featured on the Conscious Cat this week, here’s a recap: on Sunday, I talked about the impo...

Review: He Loves Me! He Truly Loves Me!

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He Loves Me! He Truly Loves Me! The Story of Mupsie and Me and How We Came to Be!, written by children’s songwriter and author Devon Michael Sangiovann, follows a beautiful kitten with big blue eyes and a heart to match as he waits anxiously to meet the lucky human who will get to share all the love he has to give. As he waits and waits, Mupsie learns that sometimes finding a forever home doesn’t happen so easily.

Inspired by the author’s own cat, this beaut...

Cat Glass Sculptures

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How stunning are these tortoiseshell cat glass sculptures? They are created by Connecticut based husband and wife glass blowers Leslie French and Andy Pile.  Each of these palm sized cats is unique.

Leslie adds powdered colored glass to the colorless molten glass gathered from the furnace, creating a variety of cat- like colors. Then Andy shapes and pulls the glass into the iconic Sleeping Cat pose.

Visit the Nunwell Glass Etsy Shop for more information and...

Allegra and the New Quilt

You know that wonderful feeling you get when you buy something your cat really, really loves? I got to experience that a couple of weeks ago, and it wasn’t even with a cat product. I ordered a new quilt to spruce up my tired old sofa, and Allegra thinks it’s the best thing ever. But why don’t I let her tell you herself.

Hi everyone, it’s Allegra! The other day, Mom opened this big box, and took out a really pretty looking quilt. I wasn’t sure what she was going to do with it, but I was intrigu...

Halloween Cat Ornaments from KittyCat Art Studio

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We still have a couple of weeks of summer left to enjoy, but I know many of you are looking forward to fall, and of course, with fall comes Halloween! I usually don’t decorate for Halloween, but this year, I’m planning to do so, and do it early, to bring a little extra happiness into my home. And these adorable ornaments will definitely bring a little joy during these challenging times.

Laura Anglemoyer, the artist behind KittyCat Art Studio, creates beauti...

Jackson Galaxy’s Cat Camp Is Going Virtual and It’s Free

If you’ve ever wanted to attend one of Jackson Galaxy’s Cat Camps, but didn’t want to travel, now is your chance to experience the magic that is Cat Camp from the comfort of your own home!

On Saturday, September 26, you’ll be able to spend the afternoon with Jackson and other cat experts to learn, be inspired, and have some fun.

Cat Camp at Home Schedule

Opening statements by Jackson Galaxy
A statement by Cat Camp founder, Christina Ha of Meow Parlour
Mind & Body: Wellness in Cats featuring J...

Sunday Quotes: Recharge

I couldn’t find any attribution for the above quote, but it hit a nerve. I for one spend far too much time on my phone, and not enough time recharging!

I’ll be recharging big time this weekend: I’m going on a little getaway to my friends’ beautiful weekend house near the river. We’re planning on relaxing on their screened in porch, taking boat rides on the river, and eating my friend’s amazing cooking.

Of course, this visit will be a little different from previous trips to my “happy place.” No...