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It's been said that people that hate cats will come back as mice in their next life.
Shadow and His Funny ways
When I was a little girl, at the ripe age of nine, I got a cat. It had been some months since my dog got loose and was hit by a car. It was my first pet and I was heartbroken. Every time someone mentioned his name or showed me his picture, I would cry. I lost my first furry best friend.
By Bianca Hubbard4 years ago in Petlife
Murphy . Third Place in Critter Costume Challenge.
Meet Murphy. The St.Patrick’s day baby, hence the name. My cousin runs the local rescue where I got him from as a kitten. He was already named when we got him but “Murphy” really did seem to work for him so it stuck.
By Tonya Newman4 years ago in Petlife
Cats Are Also Bats
Halloween is always a big deal at our house, and everyone always gets involved, and that means cats, ferrets, dog etc. Everyone gets treats, if they dress up, and that means a costume portrait for a treat, time permitting. It is always a busy time for us too, with celebrations and festivities. And, sometimes entertainment events. I have taken to putting together a fancy table spread of goodies for spooky movie watching snacks and fun. Pets are never left out of the fun no matter what, they get holiday themed toys, treats, and love to watch me prepare for the festivities. They are constant companions and loyal devotees.
By Amy Chris Keiper aka LC Harrison4 years ago in Petlife
Love Lost, and Lost Again
As cats go, my Chloë was on the small side. And, nearing 20, she had become frail and wizened. She was so skeletal despite her huge appetite that I often feared I might break her with an errant step or by picking her up in just the wrong way.
By Marie McGrath4 years ago in Petlife
Super Tsuki
Tsuki is quite the superhero. She arrived on the scene when we needed her the most this summer. Our fluffy kitty companion of thirteen years suddenly got ill and passed away at the beginning of the summer. It left a massive hole in our lives and hearts. Our home felt empty and despite knowing that she was no longer with us physically, we would often search for her. It was a difficult transition. The end of July came around and in waltzed Tsukihime, the nutty, tiny kitten with a massive personality.
By Jessica C.4 years ago in Petlife
Sphynx-loving and friendly cats for homes
Neonatalisoerythrolysis (Ni) comes from many types of cats (see breeds) and you are more likely to have type B blood in your SPHN If you decide to get one of these cats to have a pet, there is a good chance that even if you own SPHYX, you will never have another kind.
By Shreya Poudel4 years ago in Petlife
THE NIGHT BEFORE HALLOWEEN
Hello! My name is Magic! Yes, I am a black cat. As for holidays, my favorite is Christmas! Historically, black cats have been associated with Halloween. It goes back to the Pilgrims. Their witchhunt views. Go figure! While some consider black cats bad luck, in other cultures, black cats are considered lucky and bring affluence. My preference is the latter.
By Babs Iverson4 years ago in Petlife
Inara
Growing up, I’ve had two cats that really made an impression on me. When I was a kid, I had a cat named Rusty. He would sleep with me at night and was basically my cat. Another one was named Neko. Which is Japanese for cat. She was found behind my stepmom’s workplace, and I brought her home. I was the only one who she seemed to like, even having given birth to her litter of kittens next to me.
By Chad Rhoads4 years ago in Petlife
October, Is Black Cat Awareness Month
As an animal lover and advocate for black cats, I am here today to draw attention to keeping our furry friends safe. October is black cat awareness month, and I would like people to be mindful of these little guys as Halloween draws closer. The black cat has long been the center of many myths and superstitions portraying them as evil creatures. Unfortunately, these ideas place them in danger of brutalization and ritualistic sacrifices. Even in modern times, the risk potential is a threat to these animals, so I am hoping today I can debunk some of the myths that still follow the black cat making people more aware.
By Marilyn Glover4 years ago in Petlife
Triskits, The Pet Detective
On a cold stormy day, this big fluffy orange tabby was found outside the office doors. Mara the general manager and cat lover couldn't let the feline suffer, so she opened the door for him. That evening Mara took him home to her family. The next day, she put up some flyers to see if anyone has lost a cat. Weeks went by with no response to the posters. At this point Mara and Jen, the owner started letting the cat stay at the office. The fur ball needed a name, so Jen came up with the name "Triskits", because of the unique shades of orange and brown. Mara bought the cat a pet bed, a special blanket, treats, and a bunch of toys. He became the main attraction to the office. Everyone came in to see the new addition to the office family. The next day, while playing with his toys, "Triskits" discovered a mouse, but the little critter escaped from his grip. That afternoon the mouse came out again and this time, crawled into Jen's purse. That evening as Jen was grabbing for her keys, to much of her surprise she grabbed the mouse's tail instead. Jen screamed and threw the rodent into the air. It fell a few inches short of Triskit's food bowl. The furry feline finally snagged the critter. then our fluffy little sidekick, became known as "The Pet Detective." Every morning "Triskits" would stake out the office, for more mice. he studied the place where the mice were coming in from. Triskits became known as the best Pet Detective in town. Everyone wanted to borrow him. So Jen, still needing him at the office, would only borrow the cat out for the weekend. Mrs. Smith came into the office on day, all frantic and needed "Triskits" help, but because there was such a big problem at her house, she asked Jen if she could borrow him longer. Jen came to a compremise and agreed for the feline to go to her house until Wednesday. During his time at Rose's house, "Triskits" caught ten mice. Since Rose Smith's son owned the paper, she wrote an article about how good The Pet Detective was at mousing. That Wednesday, after the feline's return Jen and Mara got several calls from residents and buisnesses wanting the cat to help with the mice problems. The news of the article had spread throughout the community and the nearby towns. "Triskits" had become quite famous. Jen decided to put up a good will offering in the office, to help fix things around town. the community needed new benches, picnic tables and playground equipment. Soon everyone was borrowing The Pet Detective and Jen eventually made enough money to fix everything. When the news got out to Mayor Nelson, he held a special meeting to give Triskits The Pet Detective a medal. the medal said, best Pet Detective of Marcy County. Mara and Jen were so proud, that they decided to give Triskits a different home. So every night when it was closing time, Jen agreed to take the fluffy tabby home. "Triskits was so excited and jumped into Jen's car, anxiously waiting his new house. Not that he didn't like it at the office, but he wanted more room to explore. When he got to Jen's, he ran up and down the stairs, slid across the shiny hardwood floors and found his very own window, right in the living room, facing the bird feeder. "Triskits" was very much at home. At night, after playing, The Pet Detective needed his rest and curled up in a ball on Jen's bed and fell asleep. Although Jen lived alone, she loved the company of her friend. The next day, Jen was ready to go back to work and to much of her surprise, "Triskits" was waiting at the door, ready to go for a ride again. When our big helper got back to the office, he went back to work doing what he loved, which was keeping the building safe from any mice.
By Jennifer Gregerson4 years ago in Petlife
