Giveaway From Moderncat: A Purrfectly Stylish Cat Scratch Tower

Moderncat is giving away a gorgeous, stylish, and outrageously fun Scratch Tower.  What cat wouldn’t want to climb to her heart’s content on such a great tower.  Our cats love scratching posts, so we try to keep several on hand… rather, on paw.

What’s more, they’re elegantly pretty for those of us “parents” who like to keep the home at least a little sophisticated-looking.  Well, as sophisticated as you can with catnip toys, little stuffed animals, toy mice, and balls strewn from front to back!

As a matter of fact… just now…. on the way from my bedroom to the kitchen, I stepped on two catnip toys and accidentally kicked a purple easter egg toy.  Alexa thought that meant it was playtime, so she took off after the egg.  We batted it back and forth until we both decided it was snack time.

That’s another great thing about cats – they’re always ready to play and have a great time AND “now” is always the perfect time to grab a snack.

Be sure to hustle over to Moderncat for your chance to win a Cat Scratch tower. Good luck, and if you win one instead of me, I’ll try not to be too disappointed.  I might even congratulate you! Might.

Adorable Cat Toy for Cats Who Just Wanna Have Fun

Presenting your precious cat with a new toy is every bit as fun and rewarding as presenting a child with a new toy. And why not, our pets are our babies after all! Not only are cat toys fun for cats to play with – giving them entertainment and enjoyment, cat toys are also vital to a cat’s health. They provide a little exercise for your cat (or a lot, depending upon your cat’s energy level!).

Cat toys also keep an inside cat, who doesn’t have other cats or dogs to play with, from getting bored. They keep her mind active and provide a level of the unexpected that she craves nearly as much as she craves tuna. Nearly.

I recently bought Alexa a new toy and she has delighted herself with it for hours since.

Her favorite toys are balls and she’s absolutely on top of the kitty world when we’re in the floor playing baseball. I roll it to her and she swats it with her paw back toward me. She can’t be bothered with running the bases, of course, because she’s conserving her energy and has been since she was a day old.

She also doesn’t go for any “loose” balls if I happen to roll it too far to the left or too far to the right. It’s up to me to retrieve all of these, as well as the ones she swats pass me.

I get quite a workout crawling around like a 12 month old.

Alexa has a toy box (actually a basket) that she loves to grab toys from – but, of course (like all kids) she never puts them back. That’s also left to me.

Cats just love toys like the ETHICAL/SPOT SPRING DING CAT TOYS ASSORTED above. Alexa has this adorable cat toy pegged as the next addition to her toy collection.

Since she is one pampered little girl, it’s jut a matter of time. I look forward to chasing this cute little cat toy around… and then putting it back where it goes.

One of us has to.

*** Cat Toy Safety: Be sure to examine your cat’s toys for pieces that have come loose – small parts that could choke your cat. Also, never allow anything near your cat that she could get wrapped around her neck.

Alexa once had, somehow, found a long paper ribbon left over from Christmas. She managed to get part of it down her throat and was as struggling to pull it out. Thanks be to God, I happened to be walking through the room at the time and pulled it out.

Catnip Filled Cat Toys Coming Down the Aisle!

How adorable are these cat toys?  They’re Perfect Pairs – a boy bear and a girl bear who will amuse and entertain every cat they meet.  Anyone with cats in their family knows that their just like children – just shorter and furrier.

Alexa loves toys and little stuffed animals as much as any human kid ever did… and she doesn’t pick up after herself either!

These cat toys, and many others, are from J-B Wholesale Pet Supplies. J-B’s prices are so extraordinary that you can buy more things for he or she who rules the roost.

From the website:
Your cat will be walking down the aisle for these Perfect Pairs. Adorable brides and grooms dressed in their wedding finest, filled with organic catnip.

* Made from soft plush material.
* Grooms all have bow ties and the brides are done up in lace and flowers.
* Filled with genuine organic catnip.
* Package of 2 includes bride and groom.

Order your baby their Perfect Pairs by clicking the link!

The Mother of All Cat Trees

The gorgeous Cat Treehouse – Tan above has caught Alexa’s eye – both of them. She envisions herself sprawled out in the cradle for nap time and awakening to a rousing game of sharpening her claws as though her life depended upon it. She loves to climb and seems to think this cat tree would be both a hoot and a holler (excuse her accent, she’s southern after all).

Hannah prefers to stay low to the ground – I can’t imagine that she’d have much use for this particular cat tree. She would do something pretty unique, though. Even though she has been declawed (we didn’t do it, she was without her front claws when she adopted us), she goes through the motions of sharpening her claws.

For some reason, it somehow breaks my heart every time I see her do it. I suspect that she realizes that each time she does it, I swoop her up with an unusual amount of baby talk, petting, kissing – all of which is followed by something fishy and delicious.

Hmmmm, maybe that explains why she goes through the motion so often. Cats are incredibly smart and we cat lovers can be wrapped around their little paws so easily!

Product Description:
Your cat will be living the high life with this Cat Treehouse! Perfect for multiple kitties, this cat play house is ready for playtime or for naptime. Cats love being above the action – it gives them a chance to keep lookout! This tower features everything a cat could wish for – two cradles, a round bed, and it is topped with a mini-house. This piece of cat play furniture also has sisal scratching posts. Cats love the feel of sisal, and a good scratching post will deter your cat from scratching furniture. This Cat Treehouse uses solid pine poles, and heavy duty screws and bolts – it is supremely sturdy. Available in nine colors – Country Blue, Navy Blue, Red, Green, Hunter Green, Tan, Brown, and Gray. Give your favorite feline the ‘purr-fect’ home with the Cat Treehouse. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable This item/items are delivered by common carrier truck. The service will call to schedule an appointment for delivery.

Learn more about the Cat Treehouse – Tan by clicking the link.

Safe Toys and Safe Play for Your Cat

One of the things I cherish the most in my e-mail inbox is the daily Cat Age Tip of the Week newsletter. (Click the link to find out how to sign up!)

In today’s tip, we’re reminded how important it is to keep out cats toys and playthings safe.

Here’s the daily tip:
Whether your cat prefers expensive store-bought toys or items found around the house, take care to keep your cavorting cat safe.

To prevent choking, avoid toys with parts that can become detached during play. Bring out the pounce in your pet with safe choices such as a ping-pong ball or a catnip mouse. Playtime with string or yarn should be carefully supervised to prevent your cat from accidentally swallowing it. Finally, secure free-standing kitty condos and cat towers to the floor or wall to keep them from toppling over.

Great advice! I’d also add the following:

• Decorative ribbon that’s used for gifts is very enticing to pets.  It’s fun to play a great game of tug and catch with them using the bright ribbon.  However, this kind shreds pretty easily and could be a real choking hazard to an animal.  Last year, Alexa found a strand beneath the Christmas tree and took off for the back of the house.  It was as though she knew she had something I didn’t want her to have!   I followed to get the ribbon to throw away and, in that little span of time, she had one end down her throat.  This year I didn’t even buy this type of rolled ribbon for our presents.  I subscribe to the theory of “better unbelievably safe than unbelievably sorry.”
• Inspect toys just as you would inspect them for a child.  Think of each conceivable possibility – will this small piece come off…. can that get wrapped around her/his neck… that sort of thing.
• I love the tip above about securing their towers and condos to the wall.  Just because you don’t think it could possibly topple over doesn’t mean it won’t.  I never in a gazillion years believed Alexa would be able to turn an ironing board over on herself, but she sure managed.  (Yes, as a matter of fact, she does have to be watched like a toddler!)  In fact, we have bamboo shelves in the kitchen that she occasionally likes to climb, I need my husband to anchor them to the wall. Our little girl is more of a busy body than Prissy ever was.  Prissy rarely climbed anything beyond the couch or the nearest bed.  Alexa’s convinced she’s part mountain lion.
• Watch out for newspaper left lying around.  If your cat is as inquisitive or playful as Alexa (Heaven help you), they probably like to attack the paper and see how fast they can shred it.  Little pieces of newspaper can get stuck on the back of the cat’s tongue and become a choking hazard quickly.
• While we’re talking about chocking hazards, watch out for the green grass that’s popular in Easter baskets.  Like the ribbon and paper, it can become dangerous very fast.  Be sure it’s out of your little one’s way.

I guess that’s all of the tips I can think of for now… at least until Alexa gets into something else!  If you have any to add, please do so in the comments.

Click the following link for a wonderful article: 10 Ways to Make Your Cat Younger.  Oy.  I’m almost certain Alexa has no waist definition. I mean, I know she has a waist… somewhere…. She’s all over the other 9 though.  She just needs to eat a little less… Maybe cut back to just 1 lunch instead of 3…

How Safe are Your Pet’s Toys?

Let’s just be honest – few things are anywhere near as cute as a dog or cat with a toy. A dog with a toy bone or a cat with a catnip mouse could melt the coldest heart.

But are their toys actually harmful to them? Of course, every good pet parent knows to look out for small items that their babies could choke on and we all know to avoid anything painted or sharp. However, as a recent article on ASPCA shows, there are some things we might not know.

For the health and safety of your furry babies, read the article linked below, then double check the toy box (or, in our case, toy baskets!)

How Safe are Your Pet’s Toys?

Cat Furniture: The Perfect Poophaus, Yes Poophaus

The Perfect Poophaus has more going on for it than just a ridiculously clever name. The Purrfect Poophaus is Advanced Litter Containment Furniture for you and your cat. Said another way, It’s going in style!

From the Website:
This is the newest addition to our line of litter containment cat furniture. We’ve taken what people value the most from the Purrfect Playhouse and paired it with the Deluxe Poop-Box-A-Roo to bring you the Purrfect Poophaus! 72″ Tall x 25″ Deep X 25″ Wide The Purrfect Poophaus features a litter cabinet on the lowest level, a play area with kitty condo at the to, and 3 large 18″ x 18″ seats (measured diagonally) . There are also 7 scratching areas- 4 on the bottom and 3 at the top!!

Features:
*Full Extension slide out drawer on litter cabinet that holds up to 100 lbs!
*Nickel Handle Included!
*17 1/2 ” headroom-accommodates even the largest kitty! (Shout out to Alexa.)
*All exposed wood in the litterbox area has been completely sealed with polyurethane to make clean up quick, easy and sanitary
*Dangling kitty toy included!
*All 4 posts on litter cabinet have a generous amount of sisal rope as do the three posts at the top of the unit. *Choice of Litter Cabinet entryway- Right or left or both. The opening can be 8″ or 10″
*Comes in neutral beige with contrasting Paw Prints.
*Custom made to order, they usually leave their warehouse in 7 – 14 days.

This is an absolute stroke of genius and I’m certain every cat would agree.

Cat Seat and Cradle Lounger for the Pampered Cat

My girl Alexa has really had a tough time of it since she broke her leg. It’s healed now (thanks be to an animal loving God) and she rips and roars like never before, but I find myself desperately just wanting her to be still. I’m SO scared of her getting hurt again.

She loves to look out windows and I’ve been looking for something sturdy (emphasis on sturdy) for her to perch on in the dining room. The windows here offer the best view of our bird feeders, her favorite viewing pleasure.

The Seat and Cradle Cat Lounger (above) looks perfect.

From the Website:
The Seat and Cradle Cat Lounger is perfect for your pampered kitty (that’s Alexa!). Features include:
*3″ posts for them to race up & down on.
*3/8″ sisal rope included.
*16″ round seat with 5″ tall cozy sides
*20″ long cradle.
*Plywood base.
*Contrasting paw prints.
* Approx. 22″ x 22″ x 36″
*Beige carpet (shade may vary)

Absolutely Adorable Sunflower Cat Tree

Awwwwww. How completely adorable is this Sunflower Cat Tree?!

From the Website:

Custom made to order, usually leaves our warehouse in 14 – 21 business days. The Sunflower Cat Tree will bring the beauty of the outdoors into your home. This medium sized Cat Tree is the ideal size to accommodate all your cat’s activities. Whether climbing, jumping, hiding, exploring, or its more common activity, sleeping, this is the perfect unit for your cat. We have built all our special features into this Cat Tree. The top flower is 28″ round with a padded center and a thermal liner to retain your cat’s heat for added comfort. There are four holes each 9″ in diameter that lead to the center of the trunk which is 12″ in diameter.

Four sculptured leaves (2 large and 2 small) surround the trunk providing layers for climbing or space for “snoozing”. The leaves each have a thermal liner for added comfort, and each is hinged to provide “flex” when the cat jumps onto the leaf making it easier on its joints and back. Older cats will get much more use out of a unit with this feature.

The wide round base adds stability and guarantees the Cat Tree will not tip during normal use. This Cat Tree will fit into a corner, taking up less floor space, and not sacrificing stability. This unique piece of furniture will be the focalpoint of activity for your cat, and the center of conversation among your friends. Approximate Height: 52″ (4ft 4in) Approximate Width: 52″ Trunk Diameter: 12″ Weight: 100 lbs.

Green Special Features:
* Our molded leaves are designed to “flex” which cushions the landing and prevents excessive wear and tear on joints, especially of older cats, when they jump onto the Tree.

*Commercial grade carpeting is used throughout the entire Cat Tree, including the lining inside the holes in the trunk.

*All our beds and larger leaves have a “thermal” lining that retains the cat’s body heat providing greater comfort.

*An extra wide base is added to all units providing greater stability and preventing tipping under normal use.

PetSmart is Heaven on Earth for Animal Lovers

I’ve always loved Petsmart.com (Click the link to save $10 off your order of $40 or more), so I was thrilled beyond words when a Petsmart store opened in my hometown, Owensboro.

Sometimes I think I spend more time there than the workers!

I have so many things in mind that I want to buy over the next few weeks. First of all, I have to buy more of the Pro Plan&reg Selects(tm) Wet Food for Cats you see at the top of the post. Every single one of our cats LOVE this stuff – even the pickiest cat in the world, Svenn, devours it with glee.

Prissy revved up her motor and started purring when she first encounterd the Salmon and Brown Rice Entree. After that supply ran out, and before I got back to PetSmart, I had to feed them their regular packets of food (which had been perfectly wonderful for them before) – Svenn turned his nose up at it and the other 3 acted like, “Well, if that’s all you’ve got…”

So, needless to say, I’m grabbing more of these cans today.

I also want to grab a few of these Whisker City&reg Organic Wool Ball Cat Toys. The wool ball features a bell inside, so it’s extra intiguing for little paws.

I want one of the Whisker City? Giraffe Print Pyramid Kitty Caves for Bo. He’s all about getting snug and hidden. Svenn, who’s convince that the paparazzi are stalking his every move, doesn’t really care for being tucked away. He likes to stay on guard, ready to flee the cameras, the microphones, the fans… But Bo would love this Kitty Cave!

PetSmart also has some gorgeous cat beds that are so soft you can’t stop rubbing them. There’s a pink one I want for Alexa and a safari style one for Prissy. What can I say, she’s just a wild kind of gal.

If you don’t have a PetSmart nearby, check out their website. You can click any of the links or images in this post – or one of the links to the right. If you click the one that says you’ll save $10, it’ll save you money for choosing wisely!

I hope your Thanksgiving was extra special and that the rest of your holiday season will be just as special. Speaking of holidays, click HERE for a personal, creepy little warning!

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