Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Monday, August 22, 2011
Take Your Cat to the Vet Week 2011
Today, August 22, through August 28 is Take Your Cat to the Vet Week. Did you know that cats only get taken to the vet about half as often as dogs? As much as I don't enjoy going to the V-E-T, it has to be done. In fact, I'm set up to go for a routine exam every 6 months.
Today was the day that I went in for my routine exam, including bloodwork. Mom had to drop me off and leave me at the V-E-T for a little while so that they could wait for the results. When the V-E-T called Mom about an hour later, she said that everything looked good and Mom could pick me up any time. Mom and Dad came right over to get me because they know I don't like it there (the staff says I get pretty "angry" the longer I'm there) plus they missed having my handsome face around the house.
When they got there, the vet tech gave Mom my "report card" for the visit.
It listed all the things they checked on me and if I needed to have anything done. It showed I was in good health, with only some tartar on my toofers. The vet tech reminded Mom that at my next exam in 6 months, I would get my vaccinations, have more bloodwork and would have my dental cleaning.
It's important to make sure you're a healthy kitty, especially as you get older. I would encourage all my kitty anipals to check out the Facebook event that Petfinder created for Take Your Cat to the Vet Week and pledge to go to the V-E-T for a check-up. There's lots of good information and tips on their Facebook page about making the trip to the V-E-T easier for you and your human.
Today was the day that I went in for my routine exam, including bloodwork. Mom had to drop me off and leave me at the V-E-T for a little while so that they could wait for the results. When the V-E-T called Mom about an hour later, she said that everything looked good and Mom could pick me up any time. Mom and Dad came right over to get me because they know I don't like it there (the staff says I get pretty "angry" the longer I'm there) plus they missed having my handsome face around the house.
When they got there, the vet tech gave Mom my "report card" for the visit.
It's important to make sure you're a healthy kitty, especially as you get older. I would encourage all my kitty anipals to check out the Facebook event that Petfinder created for Take Your Cat to the Vet Week and pledge to go to the V-E-T for a check-up. There's lots of good information and tips on their Facebook page about making the trip to the V-E-T easier for you and your human.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Featured Furry: Encore Presentation of Mya
This week's Featured Furry was going to be a little brown bunny named Barley, but lucky for him he got adopted!
So instead, I want to remind you all about Mya, the pretty girl kitty I interviewed a couple of weeks ago. Since she's in foster, she doesn't get the exposure that the kitties at Wayside Waifs do, so please spread the word about her!
So instead, I want to remind you all about Mya, the pretty girl kitty I interviewed a couple of weeks ago. Since she's in foster, she doesn't get the exposure that the kitties at Wayside Waifs do, so please spread the word about her!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Friday, August 12, 2011
Gifts for the Wayside Kitties
Mom took a couple pretty cool toys to Wayside Waifs this week for the kitties to share. Check out this Activity Mat by PurrPet!
It folds up and has handles so it's easy to take along somewhere. Great for travel or for just moving from room to room.
Mom took the first one into the sunroom, opened it up and put it out.
It has a scratcher, a reflective surface, two dangling toys (one rattles!), a bell, and ears that crinkle. She had a few different cats try it out.
First, Frisky gave it a go. She seemed to like the scratching surface.
Next Harley and Leo in the storefront got to check it out.
Leo seemed to really enjoy the reflective surface!
Even when Mom left the room, Leo was still sitting on the activity mat!
Mom and I want to send a BIG thank you to Steven Spitz aka @VeganPetman on Twitter. He donates $1 to his shelter fund for every follower he gets. Mom was his 700th follower and he generously gave her a $25 gift card to his store, Big Apple Pet Supply (@BigApplePet). I told Mom not to spend it on me, but to get something for the Wayside kitties instead. I suggested mice but changed my mind when I saw the Activity Mats!
When Mom called to place the order, Steven himself helped her! Now THAT'S customer service. When he heard she was donating the items, he comped the shipping too! He's such a nice guy and he's doing great work. I think everybody should follow him!
Thanks again, Steven, from me, Mom, and the Wayside kitties. Their lives are a little better now while they wait for their forever homes!
Although I received these neat toys at no cost, the opinions here are my own (along with Frisky, Leo and Harley).
It folds up and has handles so it's easy to take along somewhere. Great for travel or for just moving from room to room.
Mom took the first one into the sunroom, opened it up and put it out.
It has a scratcher, a reflective surface, two dangling toys (one rattles!), a bell, and ears that crinkle. She had a few different cats try it out.
First, Frisky gave it a go. She seemed to like the scratching surface.
Next Harley and Leo in the storefront got to check it out.
Leo seemed to really enjoy the reflective surface!
Even when Mom left the room, Leo was still sitting on the activity mat!
Mom and I want to send a BIG thank you to Steven Spitz aka @VeganPetman on Twitter. He donates $1 to his shelter fund for every follower he gets. Mom was his 700th follower and he generously gave her a $25 gift card to his store, Big Apple Pet Supply (@BigApplePet). I told Mom not to spend it on me, but to get something for the Wayside kitties instead. I suggested mice but changed my mind when I saw the Activity Mats!
When Mom called to place the order, Steven himself helped her! Now THAT'S customer service. When he heard she was donating the items, he comped the shipping too! He's such a nice guy and he's doing great work. I think everybody should follow him!
Thanks again, Steven, from me, Mom, and the Wayside kitties. Their lives are a little better now while they wait for their forever homes!
Although I received these neat toys at no cost, the opinions here are my own (along with Frisky, Leo and Harley).
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Featured Furry: Jelly Bean and Veronica
Since this week's Featured Furry post is coming so late in the day, I'll try to make up for it by doing another two-fer! Meet a sweet bonded pair, Jelly Bean and Veronica. They are available for adoption at Wayside Waifs in Kansas City.
Jelly Bean, an all black domestic shorthair, is the older sisfur of the pair at 5 years old. She's also the shy one. Jelly Bean has the cutest little squeaky meow! Can you see her right ear? It's kind of wrinkled at the top, but I think that adds to her beauty. *blushing* It's starting to sound like I have a little crush!
Even though she's pretty shy, after she gets to know you, she'll let you pet her a little and can be quite affectionate. It just takes her a little while to get comfortable with you.
Veronica is the younger sisfur at 4 years old. She's a black and white medium-hair cat. She'll need regular brushing to keep her coat in good condition. She has amazing whiskers too-check out those eyebrows!
Veronica is more outgoing than Jelly Bean, but not without checking someone out first. It doesn't take long though, and she's feeling comfortable enough to ask for pets.
Veronica and Jelly Bean have always lived together, so they must go home as a pair. I'm sure there is the perfect forever family out there just waiting to bring two cats home! They would get two very sweet kitties that, in time, would fit right into their life!
Jelly Bean, an all black domestic shorthair, is the older sisfur of the pair at 5 years old. She's also the shy one. Jelly Bean has the cutest little squeaky meow! Can you see her right ear? It's kind of wrinkled at the top, but I think that adds to her beauty. *blushing* It's starting to sound like I have a little crush!
Even though she's pretty shy, after she gets to know you, she'll let you pet her a little and can be quite affectionate. It just takes her a little while to get comfortable with you.
Veronica is the younger sisfur at 4 years old. She's a black and white medium-hair cat. She'll need regular brushing to keep her coat in good condition. She has amazing whiskers too-check out those eyebrows!
Veronica is more outgoing than Jelly Bean, but not without checking someone out first. It doesn't take long though, and she's feeling comfortable enough to ask for pets.
Veronica and Jelly Bean have always lived together, so they must go home as a pair. I'm sure there is the perfect forever family out there just waiting to bring two cats home! They would get two very sweet kitties that, in time, would fit right into their life!
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
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