Sacramento shelter euthanizes 50 cats; virus spreading (The Sacramento Bee)

Sacramento officials confirmed Sunday afternoon that animal shelter workers killed 50 cats out of 117 housed at the shelter after the felines started exhibiting symptoms of a deadly virus. The outbreak of panleukopenia or feline distemper was detected Friday when a cat was found dead in its cage. Workers subsequently tested seven other cats and found the virus in four. County officials closed …

Suggestions for Future Theme Weeks, Please

Now that we’re recovered from Litter Week, it’s time to start thinking about the next theme. Here are a few ideas that I’m playing with: What’s To Eat Week - Featuring info on new diets and nutrition for cats, the latest feeding gear, and tasty treats. Spa Week - Everything you need to know about grooming and pampering kitty. Non-profit and Rescue Week - This doesn’t have to do with fancy gear, but it’s a chance to highlight those special organizations in the US and elsewhere who work so har

I meme every word of this

I meme every word of this Geoffrey got me with a meme. I hearby bequeath it to Trixie, Frenzied Feline and anyone else who wants to spend a few minutes mentally doodling! :-) 1. Five names you go by: a) E b) R c) ER d) R, E e) ER, B.S., B.S., M.A. 2. Three things you are wearing right now: a) Oklahoma Centennial sweatshirt b) University of Wyoming Cowboys cap c) Weddin’ ring 3. Two things you want very badly at the moment: a) A dip of Copenhagen (ain’t gonna happen; I’m quitted) b) To see

Fifty Cats Fatally Infected in Sacramento Shelter Outbreak (News10 Sacramento)

Fifty cats were being euthanized Sunday from a deadly feline virus at the Sacramento city main animal shelter.

New cat toys on the holiday horizon (WKBT La Crosse)

Cats can grow tired of their belongings in the same way that children seek constant stimulation — even if it comes in the form of a holiday gift box. The best way to pique your cat’s interest?

Door Knocker Detail

[IMG Door Knocker Detail [enlarge]] Here is one of the many silent witnesses of Barcelona’s history, resisting the passing of time, worn out by the action of so many hands that are here no more, bitten by its feline companion for ages, casting its monotonous call: knock…knock…knock. There are many of these in the city. Here are some others I published in the past: Lion Head Door Knocker, Rusty Door Knocker, Vandalized Door Knocker and Knocker on Chocolate Color Door. barcelona barcelona+ph

lianamonster: kari-shma: (via: vi.sualize.us) Cait- Want to do…

lianamonster: kari-shma: (via: vi.sualize.us) Cait- Want to do this with Feline?! (Is that ok Amanda?)

Bombay cats

One of the most discussed breeds of cats is the Bombay cats. In some countries, they are considered lucky, and there are several places that have a notion just the opposite of it. In some parts of the world, they are popular by the name of British Bombay cats, and as American Bombay cats in [...]

Lafayette Township blaze kills feline (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)

A firefighter was injured while battling a fire that heavily damaged a house in southwest Allen County on Friday, killing a cat.

New cat owner! How do i take care of a month old kitten?

michelley asked:
Where do i start with taking care of this kitten??? This is the first feline i’ve ever owned, actually the first animal ever. :/ I brought her from school because no one wanted to give it a home and i happily took him/her. It’s still undistinguished. But, i need tips/advice, like do i [...]

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