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Sunday Quotes: The Good Side of Life

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Mews and Nips: Why Do Cats Wiggle Their Butts Before Pouncing

We’ve all seen it: our cats get ready to pounce on a toy, and just before they take off, they crouch and wiggle their butt a little. While there hasn’t been any formal research into the origins of this common behavior, a professor of evolutionary biomechanics at the Royal Veterinary College in London has some theories. One is that it might provide an aerobic warm up of sorts for the cat. For more about what might cause this behavior, visit LiveScience.

If you missed any of the stories featu...

The Birchmere Cats: A Model for a Successful Community Cat Program

The Birchmere is a legendary music venue in Alexandria, VA, just outside the nation’s capital. It first opened in 1966, and has since then launched the careers of such musical luminaries as  Mary Chapin Carpenter, Lyle Lovett, Shawn Colvin, Jerry Jeff Walker, Dave Matthews, Vince Gill, John Prine, Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, and k.d. Lang – and these are just a few of the artists counted as good friends of the Birchmere.

Last month, I went to the Birchmere to see Kris Kristofferson. I h...

Giveaway: Cat Pocket Tote Bag from Triple T Studios

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Show your love for cats in an understated way with this gorgeous new tote bag from Triple T Studios! The Cat Pocket Tote is made from a vegan-friendly crinkle patent material, which gives the tote a touch of shimmer and a luxurious feel. It features Triple T Studios’ design-patented cat paw protective feet on the bottom of the tote.

Cat Pocket Tote Features

This bag has so many clever features, and with all the ins...

Ask the Cat Behaviorist with Dr. Marci Koski: Aggression after Vet Visit, Biting Cats, and More

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Dr. Marci Koski is a certified Feline Behavior and Training Professional who received specialized and advanced certificates in Feline Training and Behavior from the Animal Behavior Institute. While Marci has been passionate about all animals and their welfare, cats have always had a special place in her heart. In fact, Marci can’t remember a time when she’s been without at least one cat in her life. She currently relies on her five-member support staff  t...

Pioneer Pet Bootsie’s Bunk Bed and Playroom

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I love multi-functional cat furniture, and how cute is this combination bunk bed and playstation?

This all-in-one unit has a secluded cave perfect for getting away from it all, two spring-action toys made for batting, and a scratchable roof that doubles as a great spot for napping.

Features Durable, quilted pad for extra comfort during all-important cat naps. Easy to put together, no tools necessary for assembly. Heavy-duty wood construction ensures saf...

Memorial Day

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.

I think most of us who share our lives with cats can appreciate that one of the gr...

Sunday Quotes: Rainbow

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Mews and Nips: The Science Behind Why Some Cats Wear Socks

Did you know there is a scientific explanation behind the white “socks” that some cats seem to wear? It’s due to a condition called piebaldism. This condition is caused by a mutation in the KIT gene, which is responsible for distributing melanocytes, the cells that “program” pigment throughout a cat’s body. Genetics tends to make my head explode, so rather than trying to explain this further, I’m going to send you to our friends Cole and Marmalade’s blog for a detailed explanation.

If you m...

Review: Scenes from a Move, Part 1

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Gwen Cooper’s Curl Up with a Cat Tale series features humorous and heartwarming short stories about the ongoing adventures of Gwen’s feline family. I find myself falling a little bit more in love with Gwen’s cats with each story. This month’s installment chronicles the days leading up to Gwen’s recent move.

If you’ve ever moved with cats, you will be able to relate to a lot of what Gwen writes about, from choosing a house primarily based on whether the ca...