Cats

20 minutes ago
A litter of three kittens were saved by a police officer after witnessing a man trying to throw a bag of kittens out his car window. The man was arrested and faces charges.The 3 tiny kittens survived thanks to police and fire officials t...
A litter of three kittens were saved by a police officer after witnessing a man trying to throw a bag of kittens out his car window. The man was arrested and faces charges.The 3 tiny kittens survived thanks to police and fire officials that came to the rescue.“I turned off 7th Street on to Doughlas, I observed a male throw an unknown object into a creek. Once I went down there and retrieved the bag, I quickly realized they were kittens,” said West Frankfort Officer James Trogolo.He and his partner administered CPR after seeing the kittens snuggle to survive. Two of the kittens were quickly revived.“The third, we weren’t having so much luck with, so we rushed to the fire department.” They hooked up the kitty to oxygen and gave the little one chest compressions. It saved the kitten’s life.“My girls love cats. They’ve always wanted kittens so I just thought of them and, you know, I wouldn’t want them to see anything like that.”All three kittens are alive and now in good hands at his partner’s home.Watch video:Source: wsiltv. Police And Fire Officials Save Kittens Thrown From Truck, originally appeard on LoveMeow.com
about 2 hours ago
I have just heard a mousie moving around.I need to be very quiet and get myself in position.I am in stealth mode and creep silently towards him.Almost.....Got him! Mum was too slow to get a photo of the pounce.Nom nom nom.
I have just heard a mousie moving around.I need to be very quiet and get myself in position.I am in stealth mode and creep silently towards him.Almost.....Got him! Mum was too slow to get a photo of the pounce.Nom nom nom.
about 2 hours ago
Ok, doods, Blog Paws was this past weekend, and I was up for Best Meow Blog.No, I did not win. But that's okay becauseMOUSEBREATH DID!And since mousebreath! is like one of the best things on the Internet, we all need to do the Snoopy dance!
Ok, doods, Blog Paws was this past weekend, and I was up for Best Meow Blog.No, I did not win. But that's okay becauseMOUSEBREATH DID!And since mousebreath! is like one of the best things on the Internet, we all need to do the Snoopy dance!
about 3 hours ago
Meet Ashton the tiny fuzzball who owes his life to the kind people that saved him from under a car.“His name is Ashton and he was reportedly found under a car here in San Francisco covered in oil! Animal Care & Control San Francisc...
Meet Ashton the tiny fuzzball who owes his life to the kind people that saved him from under a car.“His name is Ashton and he was reportedly found under a car here in San Francisco covered in oil! Animal Care & Control San Francisco and Tonis Kitty Rescue took him in, cleaned him up, and now he’s in foster care, and spends his days being the cutest kitten in the entire world,” said Josh Norem, the Furrtographer.Ashton was found under a car covered in oil. This is him arriving at Tonis Kitty RescueGetting love and cuddles from the staffMaking a big step!Who can resist that face!StretchhhhhhCute kitty rumpSafe, warm and happy nowPhotos courtesy of Josh Norem via The Furrtographer (Facebook page) and Tonis Kitty Rescue. Check out more rescues at Animal Care & Control San Francisco and Tonis Kitty Rescue on Facebook.More photos of little Ashton here. Kitten Found Under A Car, Now Safe And Happy, originally appeard on LoveMeow.com
about 4 hours ago
One summer day in 1994 I woke up at about 4:30 a.m. The air was so full of smoke I thought my house was on fire. I ran around to check everything and finally I woke up enough to realize the smoke was coming from outside, not inside. Then...
One summer day in 1994 I woke up at about 4:30 a.m. The air was so full of smoke I thought my house was on fire. I ran around to check everything and finally I woke up enough to realize the smoke was coming from outside, not inside. Then I thought, "Oh my God, there's a wildfire, and it's right near my home!" I was ready to evacuate that minute. But then logic won out and I turned on the TV news, where I found out that the smoke was actually from wildfires in Quebec, hundreds of miles away, and the prevailing winds had brought the suffocating pall to my home near the Maine coast. Whenever I hear stories about wildfires, I remember how scared I was that day. I can only imagine how much more terrifying it is when the fire is in your back yard. Here's some advice on what to consider for your cats during wildfire season. Share this image Thick smoke from a raging wildfire by Shutterstock.com."> Thick smoke from a raging wildfire by Shutterstock.com."> Even if the wildfire is nowhere near you, the smoke can be a huge problem, particularly for cats (and people) with respiratory problems. Photo: Thick smoke from a raging wildfire by Shutterstock.com. function changeWidth(obj) { if(parseInt($(obj).parent().width()) > parseInt($(obj).width())) { $(obj).parent().css({'width':$(obj).width()}); } if(parseInt($(obj).width()) Smoke Signals Even if you don't live near a wildfire, the smoke can be extremely harmful. If yous is an outdoor cat, keep her indoors, no matter how much she begs to go out. This is especially true if your cat has respiratory problems. Not only will this protect her lungs, it'll be easier for you to find your kitty if you have to evacuate. Have a Go-Bag and a Go-Place Regardless of whether you're being told to evacuate, have a "go bag" ready -- you never know when the wind might bring the fires to your area. Put your cat's carrier and a tote or other bag containing food supplies, medications, a litter box, and other necessities near the door. Visit the ASPCA's disaster preparedness page to find out what you should have in your evacuation kit. Know where you will go if you have to evacuate. Many disaster shelters don't accept animals, so have an alternate plan such as the home of a friend or relative, a pet-friendly hotel, or a pet shelter or boarding facility. Share this image Man rescuing a Maine Coon cat by Shutterstock.com."> Man rescuing a Maine Coon cat by Shutterstock.com."> Man rescuing a Maine Coon cat by Shutterstock.com. function changeWidth(obj) { if(parseInt($(obj).parent().width()) > parseInt($(obj).width())) { $(obj).parent().css({'width':$(obj).width()}); } if(parseInt($(obj).width()) Charge It Up If you have a cell phone, make sure it's fully charged. If power goes out and your battery dies, you won't be able to call for help if you need it. Gas Up and Map It If you drive and you know a wildfire is in your area, make sure your vehicle's gas tank is at least half full. A disaster might knock out power, rendering gas pumps inoperative. Have a road atlas or GPS device so you can use surface roads and back roads rather than freeways to get to safety if necessary. If you don't have a vehicle, research other evacuation methods beforehand and make sure that you can take your cat on a bus or other commercial carrier. Share this image Travel bags and pet carrier by Shutterstock"> Travel bags and pet carrier by Shutterstock"> Travel bags and pet carrier by Shutterstock function changeWidth(obj) { if(parseInt($(obj).parent().width()) > parseInt($(obj).widt
about 7 hours ago
Notiss!We Hotties 'n George the Duck have a new post up at the DUK's blog!Visit it here: Mini MondayFanks you!purrrrrrrrrrrrrs,Alla the Hotties
Notiss!We Hotties 'n George the Duck have a new post up at the DUK's blog!Visit it here: Mini MondayFanks you!purrrrrrrrrrrrrs,Alla the Hotties
about 7 hours ago
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about men who love cats and what it says about them. The reason I have cats at all is a guy I dated who had two cats of his own. My sister is lucky enough to have found a cat-loving man, and I can only hop...
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about men who love cats and what it says about them. The reason I have cats at all is a guy I dated who had two cats of his own. My sister is lucky enough to have found a cat-loving man, and I can only hope I will too someday (soon!). So I put out a call for cat men and received the photos and stories below. This is my take on cat men and why I think they’re the best men around. Share this image Me with Gator, a friend's cat. function changeWidth(obj) { if(parseInt($(obj).parent().width()) > parseInt($(obj).width())) { $(obj).parent().css({'width':$(obj).width()}); } if(parseInt($(obj).width()) I asked an ex of mine why men love dogs, given they personify all that is deemed undesirable in the opposite sex -- needy, dependent, requiring constant validation, easily excitable, unable to contain emotions (not to mention the love of snuggle time). He replied, “They don’t talk, and you always have the option of putting them outside.” Ouch! An acquaintance once asked her dad, “Why do most men hate cats?” He responded (apparently not missing a beat), “I think they remind us too much of smart-ass women.” Share this image Teyu with Momcat. He says, “Contrary to what many of my coworkers might think, being a cat owner takes more of a man than the average twentysomething single Marine!" function changeWidth(obj) { if(parseInt($(obj).parent().width()) > parseInt($(obj).width())) { $(obj).parent().css({'width':$(obj).width()}); } if(parseInt($(obj).width()) Both these anecdotes speak of the desire for an ever-obedient, adoring, and controllable female partner. What, then, can we extrapolate about the man who loves cats? What kind of person is he, and what type of partner does he want? Let's break it down. 1. He's secure with his sexuality We grow up learning that dogs are for boys, and cats for girls. Even today, pet companies may venture so far as to show a woman or girl with dogs, but few portray a man or boy with cats. The man who is public about his cat-love is secure enough in his masculinity to go against social norms and express his love for an animal that is viewed as “soft” and “feminine” (which I have yet to understand, given most cats are anything but -- but that’s another post!). Share this image Paul Klusman and his cat, Zoey. function changeWidth(obj) { if(parseInt($(obj).parent().width()) > parseInt($(obj).width())) { $(obj).parent().css({'width':$(obj).width()}); } if(parseInt($(obj).width()) A few years ago, the New York Times ran an article about the increasing number of straight cat-owning men. Paul Klusman, an engineer who made the "Engineer's Guide to Cats" video (below) featuring his three cats, believes, “Any single, straight man who has the slightest bit of insecurity about his own sexuality will probably find it difficult to admit to owning or even appreciating cats.” Elizabeth Daza, a 28-year-old Manhattan resident who has dated cat-owning men, is quoted in the same article as saying, “Straight men with cats seem to be really secure and stable. They don’t need to be running around the park and proving their masculinity like the dog guys.” 2. He's confident about his place in the world The dog is the “insecure man’s best friend,” believes Mr. Scalia, a cat-owning science-fiction writer. “The dog is in effect, your wingman. If you’re feeling insecure about your space in the world, you get a dog because he will always back you up.” Share this ima
about 9 hours ago
Here are some silly LOL's that Mom made of us! Have a SUPER TERRIFIC Day!! Your TX furiends, Samantha, Clementine & Maverick
Here are some silly LOL's that Mom made of us! Have a SUPER TERRIFIC Day!! Your TX furiends, Samantha, Clementine & Maverick
about 11 hours ago
Mancat Rule of the Day: It is very manly to lay on your Dad and make sure that he gives you scritches.
Mancat Rule of the Day: It is very manly to lay on your Dad and make sure that he gives you scritches.
about 12 hours ago