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February 20, 2020
The New Coronavirus and Cats: What You Should Know
The novel coronavirus, now known as COVID-19 or 2019n-COV, has caused great concern around the world. Depending on which news outlet you follow, your reaction may range from normal awareness to outright alarm. For cat parents, a big worry is whether the virus could affect cats.
Both WHO (World Health Organization) and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) have stated that at present, there is no evidence that any pets have been infected or spread the virus, although both acknowledge that...
February 19, 2020
Cat Spoon from Triple T Studios
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How cute is this little cat spoon! It’s sure to make you smile and warm your heart when you use it with your coffee or tea. These stainless steel cat teaspoons also make a great gift for cat lovers.
Cat Spoon Details Stainless steel Size: 4.5 x .7 inches. Please note that this is a small spoon, not a full size spoon. Packaged one or as a set of two Imported
For more information and to purchase, visit Triple T Studios.
And while you’re at it, why not...
February 18, 2020
The Lanai Cat Sanctuary: Finding “Mana” Among the Hawaiian Lions
Casey Hersch previously shared her experience visiting the Lanai Cat Sanctuary on the Hawaiian island of Lanai with us. The sanctuary is home to over 600 rescued cats. The sanctuary works with the cats’ and the island’s natural tendencies. Offering a model for animal rescue, the emphasis is on customization for the needs of a specific community and its unique resources. You can read Casey’s post here.
Casey recently wrote more about her visit on her own website, Light Your Sparkle. Click...
February 17, 2020
Review: ScratchLadder Scratching System
This is a sponsored post
Scratching is a natural behavior for cats. Cats scratch to groom their claws, to mark their territory, and for exercise; scratching stretches the muscles in the front legs and all along the back. And they scratch simply because it feels good.
As far as I’m concerned, you can’t have too many scratchers in your home, and until you figure out your cat’s preferences, it’s important to offer a variety of different substrates as well as orientations. Some cats prefer...
February 16, 2020
Premature Euthanasia: A Terminal Solution Should Never Be Taken Lightly
Making a decision about whether or when the time is right for euthanasia is one of the hardest things a cat parent will ever go through. Unlike human medicine, veterinary medicine offers the option of gently ending suffering when there seems to be no hope for recovery. However, making this decision for a beloved cat can be agonizing.
I have previously addressed the topic about making the euthanasia decision here and here. Sarah Chauncey, the author of an upcoming book on losing a cat, P.S....
February 15, 2020
February 14, 2020
Mews and Nips: “Unexpected Item in The Bagging Area”
Pumpkin, an orange and white cat who lives near a Tesco supermarket in Norwich, UK, became an “unexpected item in the bagging area.” The cat was a regular for well over a year before the shop tried to ban the kitty. A spokesperson for the store told the BBC that it was not really possible for a store to ban a cat and admitted Pumpkin would probably continue his visits. For more about Pumpkin, visit BBC.com.
If you missed any of the stories featured on the Conscious Cat this week, here’s a...
February 13, 2020
Happy Valentine’s Day
This is a bittersweet Valentine’s Day for us – another “first” without Ruby.
It’s also our first Valentine’s Day graphic since 2011 without Ruby. The following year, Ruby had been with us for 11 months, and I created the graphic below.
Allegra and I hope you and your kitties have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!
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February 12, 2020
Giveaway: Cat Night Light from Triple T Studios
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I can’t sleep in a completely dark room, and I also don’t like to have to turn the light on if I have to make a trip to the “litter box” in the middle of the night, so I’m always looking for cute night lights. And how adorable is this Cat Night Lightfrom Triple T Studios?
The Cat Night Light adds warmth and soft light to any room, and how could you not smile looking at that sweet little face?
Cat Night Light features Made from BPA-free...February 11, 2020
Remembering Ruby: That Time When Ruby Unplugged the Computer
As I’m mourning my beautiful little girl, the memories keep flooding in. It’s still bittersweet to remember her, and I miss her terribly every day. But “talking” about her helps, and I thought you might enjoy taking a few trips down memory lane with me. “Remembering Ruby” won’t be a regular series, but I will share memories as I feel moved to do so.
The photo at the top of the post shows one of her first forays onto my desk, it was taken a few days after she joined our family. Today’s...
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