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Umberto’s sleek style aside, he had a rough start.  Like a lot of cats, before parading around a webcomic, he found himself among the strays.  Though the personalities you’ll discover in shelter animals are wonderful and varied, estimates indicate that their odds aren’t great: According to ASPCA figures, approximately Dogs: 35% adopted, 31% euthanized Cats: 37% adopted, […]

Cats are sometimes described as aloof, probably most often by people who don’t have much experience with cats.  There are attention grabbing cats (we’re looking at Umberto and Myrtle), and laid back cats too.   Generalizing from limited experience simply ignores the reality that — like all other animals –cats have individual differences.   Whether you’re looking […]

If you’re visiting friends and family this year perhaps you are taking a furry friend along with you.  Holiday visits can be great but are often busy and demanding.  Remember, common sense and simple courtesies can reduce stress for everyone, critters included.  Indoor Bring your own supplies (portable dishes for food and water, blankets, and towels, comfort […]

  Candles, sparkles, bulbs, twinkling lights, ribbons, bows! More than 50% of folks in the U.S. buy holiday gifts for animals, but often seasonal decorations seem to grab the attention of companion animals attention faster than a new toy.  If you’re celebrations include one or more festive embellishments, a little extra attention can make it […]

A day in the life of a cat or dog may seem like a lot of sleep to the average human observer, but play time is really essential for a companion animal’s overall level of contentment and general health.  We can’t count how many knit mice or balls get fished out from beneath the fridge.  We love […]