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Beautiful Jigsaw Puzzle for Cat Lovers

June 2, 2020 By Joi

When you have cats for babies, working jigsaw puzzles can be a challenge – some cats just want to sit and watch, which is great, but most think it’s an interactive game! Sure, it’s fun and downright adorable, but true puzzle-working has to wait until the baby wears itself out or finds something else to be amused by.

I have to say, though, the fun of working a crossword puzzle is worth the extra effort. I’m a jigsaw puzzle addict and am always on the hunt for a colorful, challenging, and fun new puzzle adventure.

I love this one I just found on Amazon, the Cat Bookshelf Puzzle (Amazon link). When you click through the link, you can view the image better (certainly larger), and you can read the special titles on each cat’s book. It is extra, extra cute.

I also love the beautiful tuxedo cat sprawled out on top of the books. He/She is giving the PURRFECT expression – this is exactly how a cat would look at their human if they were daring to interrupt their slumber for something as common as a taking a photo! We have a few tuxedo cats and this one reminds me so much of them. Makes me love the puzzle even more!

More puzzles for cat lovers below my beautiful Hannah…

My beautiful and sweet Hannah


Filed Under: Cat Shop, Christmas Guide for Cats and Cat Lovers, For the Cat Lover, Gifts for Cat Lovers, Hannah Tagged With: cat puzzle, gift ideas for cat lovers

Stylish and Beautiful Placemats for Cats… So Appropriate!

March 12, 2020 By Joi

Hmmm… my last three posts have been cat food, cat food dishes, and now cat placemats (Amazon link).

After having cats in the family all my life, I’m beginning to think like a cat: Everything revolves around food!!!

It is what it is, I guess, so I’ll just roll with it.

I actually love having placemats under our cats’ feeding station. It’s tidier, better looking, and makes them feel rather sophisticated. Cats think they’re just like the rest of the family, after all – so I’m sure they expect the same comforts we have.

These particular cat placemats (Amazon link) are gorgeous. They’re available in blue, watermelon red (love the color and the name!), gray, and white. I love that they’re dishwasher safe because I don’t know about your furry kids but mine are all very messy eaters!

  • 100% PREMIUM FOOD GRADE SILICONE MAT. FDA approved. It is safe for your dogs or cats
  • NO MESS: Raised outer lip prevents food & water from spilling onto floor (18.1″ x13.4″ )
  • ANTI-SLIP for secure placement, it won’t slide to scare your pets and mess your floor
  • WATERPROOF Pet Feeding Mat: easy to clean and dries quickly.
  • Dishwasher washable.
  • Flexible, just roll it up to store or pack for travel
  • 100% customer satisfaction

See cat placemats (Amazon link) for a closer look at these beauties.

Janie

My Beautiful Grandkitty Janie Found the Placemat She Wants!

Filed Under: Cat Shop, Janie, The Pampered Pet Tagged With: cat placemats

Temptations Treats and Amazon’s Subscribe & Save

February 5, 2020 By Joi

I’ve always seen the “Subscribe & Save” service on Amazon but have never taken advantage of it. I love the convenience of buying from Amazon – whether it’s books, dvds, cat furniture, Christmas gifts, baby clothes (for our three little grandsons!), food, cat food, etc… but have never bothered to use “Subscribe & Save.”

Where has my brain been!?!

It doesn’t get much more hassle-free and convenient than allowing someone else to do all the thinking for you. Besides, less trips to the store means more time I have with my cats AND those baby boys I just told you about!

While it will be convenient to have all of my cats’ cat food delivered regularly, it is actually these Temptations Treats (Amazon Link) that have made me consent to try this feature. My cats (inside and out) are addicted to these treats. They lose their little minds for these yummies!

When you click through to see the Temptations Treats (Amazon Link), you’ll find the Subscribe & Save option – or, of course, you could just order a container of them and see how your cat(s) likes them. If they’re anything like mine, they will LOVE them.

  • Contains one (1) 16 oz. tub of TEMPTATIONS MixUps Treats for Cats SURFER’S DELIGHT Flavor
  • TEMPTATIONS Cat Treats are 100% nutritionally complete and balanced for adult cat maintenance
  • This irresistible cat treat has a unique pocket shape that is crunchy on the outside and scrumptiously soft and creamy on the inside
  • Under 2 calories per treat, these cat treats feature an irresistible array of chicken, cheddar, and catnip flavors that will have your cat meowing for more
  • Your cat can’t wait to get their paws on TEMPTATIONS MixUps Cat Treats
  • TEMPTATIONS brand is America’s #1 cat treat*
  • These tasty cat treats come in a unique stay-fresh pack with a closable lid that helps keep your best friend’s treats fresh

See Temptations Treats (Amazon Link) for more information.

Filed Under: Cat Food, Cat Shop, Personal, The Pampered Pet Tagged With: Cat Food, Temptations Cat Treats

Cat Toys: Best Variety Pack I’ve Found is on Amazon

June 5, 2018 By Joi

Huck with Toy

A few years ago I found a way to BOTH make Christmas last all year long AND be able to actually afford to get the things for my family (with fur and without) without breaking the bank over a span of two months: I buy things throughout the year and hide them safely away. Most of my shopping is done on Amazon – which is where I bought this great Cat Toys Variety Pack from.

I intended to save it for Christmas morning and open it for our cats… but… well… as you can see, things don’t always go as planned.

Dokkie and Delilah with Cat Toys

When UPS brought the Amazon box, the cats came running. They know that an UPS delivery always, always, always means they get a new box to play with. When they gathered around, I couldn’t help but think what a fun afternoon it’d be if I gave them this gift early.

As you can see, the thought of it was more than I could fight off and we had a little Christmas in May party right then and there!

Dokkie and Cat Toys

Their excitement and joy was palpable and reminded me of kids… the ones that walk on two feet (generally) and aren’t covered with hair… on Christmas morning. Furry kids get just as excited – going in circles, not knowing which toy to play with first.

If you have cats, you know exactly what I mean when I say that I’m not sure who enjoyed themselves more – them or me.

Babies with Toys

This is a wonderful Cat Toys Variety Pack – it was even better than I’d expected it to be. For such a great price (between $12 – $13), I wasn’t sure what kind of quality to expect from each individual toy. I was surprised and delighted to see that the quality was excellent. Each toy is very, very well made and is standing up to intense play perfectly!

Cats with Toys

 

Features:

  • Contains Assorted 20 toys.
  • Keep your cat busy when you are away.
  • Give your cat a way to release his energy with this combo pack of entertaining toys. Featuring feathers, balls and catnip, mice and more this pack is the perfect choice for your furry friend.
  • supervise your pet. For play only. Not a child”s toy. Toy should be removed and replaced if excessive wear or damage occurs.
  • Holiday, birthday or everyday, this cat treats/toys gift set is just what your kitty ordered.

Dokkie and Delilah with Cat Toys 2

I tried to take several pictures to show off the variety of toys – as well as our babies enjoying them… but it’s very difficult to photograph excited, fast-moving cats!

Delilah, Dokkie, and Huck with Toys

The picture at the bottom is of Nacho and was taken a few hours after the toys had arrived and had been played with fiercely. Each cat was worn out (just like human kids!) and had found their own favorite place to recuperate and conserve energy. Nacho was in his favorite bed, resting up from all the activity – I pranced one of the toys in front of him and he sat right up.

Sure enough, he hopped back up and decided it was playtime again. The girls (one at a time) all joined in and we had another round.

In the weeks since, the toys are played with again and again. I like to gather them all together and present them like I did that day – the excitement is the same each time.

Again… I am not sure who enjoys it all the most, but I think she might just be typing these words.


Nacho with Toy

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Filed Under: Cat Toys, Delilah, Dokkie, Huck, Nacho, Personal, Pictures of Cats Tagged With: best cat toys, Cat Toys, Christmas gifts for cats

Tips for Making Older Cats More Comfortable

April 4, 2017 By Joi

I’ve had and loved cats, literally, all of my life. I can’t even begin to imagine a home or life without at least one cat. I’ve always had several indoor cats as well as several (oftentimes SEVERAL!) outdoor cats.

Some of my cats have lived exceptionally long lives and I can say this – nothing in the world is any sweeter, more enjoyable, or more lovable than an older cat. Older cats do, of course, require extra consideration.

Recently, we had a kitten (Guen) move into the house – a house where a 13 year-old-diva-cat (Alexa) reigns supreme. The entire process has amazed me for several reasons. For one thing, do kittens ever run out of energy?!?!

Naturally we’ve enjoyed outdoor kittens over the years, but this is the first kitten we’ve had in the house in years. The energy level and amount of wonder and curiosity are pretty amazing and I’m loving every moment.

Ironically, caring for (and preparing your home for) a kitten is very much like caring for (and preparing your home for) an older cat.

  1. You have to make sure there’s nothing that can fall on them if they (kitten) ram into a table or shelf or (older cat with dimming eyesight) accidentally bump into the same table or shelf.
  2. You have to make sure they have comfortable beds in several places throughout the house. Kittens and older cats are liable to have a nap attack at any given moment and a nice, comfortable bed all their own is highly important. Younger cats often climb onto furniture to nap, whereas older cats (whether they’re lazy, have a little arthritis setting in, have diminished eyesight, or simply lack the wherewithal or inclination to jump if they don’t have to) usually favor low-to-the-ground beds.  I have a bed for Alexa in my home office – right beside my desk, so she’s always near me during the day. I have another bed in the den, so she can retire near the tv at night to stay close to my husband and I (though, most of the time her favorite place to sit is beside “dad” on the couch). She also, of course, has a huge bed in our bedroom where she sleeps (and snores!) through the night. Multiple beds are simply one of the kindest and most loving things you can do for an older cat. But make sure they’re easy to get in and out of – the less they have to jump, the better. The Deluxe Easy Entry Cat Bed (pictured at the top) makes a perfect cat bed for an older cat. More on it in a minute…
  3. Two words: Fresh water. This tip (as well as others, obviously) is applicable for cats of all ages, but it’s one that I list any chance I get because so many people overlook it. We wouldn’t want to drink day-old, dirty water, so we shouldn’t make our cats. I provide fresh, cool water throughout the day for our cats (inside and out).
  4. If you have reason to suspect that your older gal or guy would need glasses, if available (don’t you wish they were?!?) – keep this in mind at all times. When a cat or dog begins to have trouble with their vision, extra care must be taken to keep them safe, comfortable, and confident. Be CERTAIN you don’t move furniture around or place anything (even a new rug) along their preferred paths. Cats with failing vision get around amazingly – but they do so because they’ve made a mental map of their home. If you change anything, it’ll make for one very confused and frustrated little one.
  5. This tip is for older cats and/or cats with vision problems: No loud or sudden noises. Bad for the nerves! Always try to keep the house as calm as possible. This, of course, doesn’t count the noises he/she is already accustomed to. If my husband and I didn’t make plenty of noise while watching our favorite baseball team (St. Louis Cardinals!), Alexa would think something was wrong. She’s VERY accustomed to us questioning the umps, cheering for our team’s home runs, booing for the other team’s home runs, etc. Again, if all that racket stopped, she’d think something was rotten in Denmark! Also, if you have kids or grand-kids and the cat is used to their noise… it shouldn’t be a problem. Just be sure everyone knows to approach an older cat slowly, calmly, and to… by all means… let them know you’re headed their way.
  6. Never “roughhouse” with an older cat – it’ll only frighten them and you could very well hurt them, without meaning too, of course.

Basically, this is the time to pamper your little girl or boy more than ever!

One final tip from someone who has had quite a few cats who lived WAY longer than you’d expect: When you look at your cat (whether they’re 10, 15, 20, or 24), do NOT think of “losing” them. Think only of  “having” and “loving” them. This is something I realized when one of my cats (Prissy) hit 15 years old. Every time I looked at her, I found my heart feeling heavy – thinking about how badly it would hurt when I lost her. That sort of pain is bad enough to feel just once… when you actually have to say goodbye. Don’t  invite those feelings into your life a minute before. Think of how blessed you are to have this little bundle of fur, how much you love her/him, and how you are going to do everything in your power to make them as comfortable as possible.

I caught myself (when Prissy turned 15) and turned my thinking around. She went on to have 5 more birthdays!

Why The Deluxe Easy Entry Cat Bed Makes a Perfect Bed for Older Cats:

This beautiful bed has “easy access” – the older cat doesn’t have to jump in or out of bed, which is something older cats greatly appreciate. The material is incredibly soft and comfortable – perfect for an older cat. I also love that its “walls” provide extra support and comfort. The fact that it’s so darn good-looking (and machine washable) are icing on the cake. Click through Deluxe Easy Entry Cat Bed for more information. This deluxe beauty is just the thing your pampered baby would love to curl up in.

 


Filed Under: Alexa, Cat Beds, Cat Health, Cat Safety, The Pampered Pet Tagged With: caring for older cats, cat bed for older cats, making older cats more comfortable, tips for caring for older cats

Cooking for Two: Your Cat and You! (Review)

December 17, 2015 By Joi

Alexa and Her New Cookbook

Alexa and Her First Cookbook

“Dogs eat. Cats dine.” – Ann Taylor

My cats and I were sent a beautiful cookbook to review on the cat blog a few weeks ago: Cooking for Two–Your Cat & You! We’ve been enjoying it more than I can even tell you. Not only are the recipes are fantastic (whether or not your cat actually shares with you), the book is filled with adorable cat pictures, quotes about cats, and fun “cat facts.”

Speaking of which, did you know that only about half  of all cats have any sensitivity to catnip? (page 65)

Cooking for Two Your Cat and You

One of the Adorable Pictures Inside the Cookbook

Recipes Include:

  • Mini Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes
  • Vegetable Stir Fry
  • Baked Chicken (my cats’ favorite)
  • Vanilla Sundae
  • Tuna Salad
  • Salmon and Steamed Broccoli
  • Deli Rollups
  • Scrambled Eggs with Rice
  • Chicken Soup with Carrots
  • And more!

“If animals could speak, the dog would be a blundering outspoken fellow; but the cat would have the rare grace of never saying a word too much.”- Mark Twain (page 61)

There’s also a great “No No List” of foods you should never feed your cat. You’ve probably heard how dangerous it is to give chocolate to a cat, but did you know that avocado, citrus, garlic, fruit seeds, grapes, mushrooms, and nuts are very bad for cats? Also, salt and sugar in excess are also bad.

From the Inside Cover:
Cat lovers can forget about eating solo, and cats no more have to look longingly at the meals their caretakers have prepared in hope of getting a bite. Now, with the help of Cooking for Two: Your Cat & You, felines and their friends can share a meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

In this new two-species cookbook, Brandon Schultz has adapted dozens of unpretentious recipes for “people food” to fit both the palate of humans and the dietary limitations of cats. He covers what foods are and aren’t safe for our furry companions, suggests resources for making day-to-day cat food, and gives tips on making food for special occasions appetizing for both human and cat. Each recipe has instructions and ingredient lists for both types of diners.

If you click through and order from Amazon, you can actually have this beautiful book in time for Christmas – whether as a gift to another cat lover or a gift to you and your cat.  See  Cooking for Two–Your Cat & You! for more information.

I am absolutely smitten with this beautiful book – front to back – and I know you will be too.

Alexa and Her FIrst Cookbook

Filed Under: Alexa, Book Reviews, Cat Shop Tagged With: books for cat lovers, cat book review, gift ideas for cat lovers

Missing Hannah….

April 23, 2015 By Joi

Sweet Hannah

One sure-fire way to tell something is up (and not a good sort of up) with my beloved cats is to see when I last updated my cat blog.  I’ve had cats all my life and usually more than two at a time.

That’s a lot of cats!

It’s also a lot of laughs, a lot of love, and… sadly, a lot of loss. If I disappear from here for a few weeks, you can rest assured that a furry member of the family is involved.

One of the sweetest cats I’ve ever loved or had the pleasure of calling “family” was Hannah, pictured here. Most cats are sweet – in fact, all of my cats (well… maybe not Carly!) have been uncommonly sweet.  Some (like Prissy, Queen Fatima, and Bo) were so sweet they’d all but leave sugar in their footsteps. Our inside cat, Alexa, is a total sweetheart. She also comes with a side of sass (after all, Carly was her mom, so how could she not?!)

Then there was Hannah.  I can’t put my finger on it – and goodness knows I’ve tried – but she was the very definition of sweet.  It oozed from her. She was also a bit of a clown and would gyrate into the most bizarre positions just to make me laugh. Then she’d lie on her back, purring, watching me laugh.

She was also kind of mischievous and, like all cat parents know, cats can be just like toddlers.  I brushed her daily because she tended to shed quite a bit – plus she enjoyed it even more than I did, so it was a special time for both of us. It also made her hair extra shiny, which I loved… while it lasted.

Here’s where the mischievous streak came into play.  I would brush her and, of course, tell her how beautiful she was, then she’d inevitably find the nearest pile of grass, gravel, or dirt and roll in it but good – seldom breaking eye contact with me. There she is doing her thing in the picture above.

She’d also love to torment people when they came in and out of our back door. She’d always lay on the top step and wouldn’t budge an inch for anyone but me. I’m pretty sure she only moved for me because she knew my coming and going was associated with food, water, and brushing.

Besides, she tormented me enough with the rolling.

I can picture all my family member’s gyrations as they tried to squeeze in and out of the door without disturbing her. I’m pretty sure that each time they twisted, wiggled in and sarcastically said, “Don’t let me disturb you, Hannah.” – she got a little kick out of the production and thought, “I win again.” She became VERY set in her ways in her golden years.  As far as she was concerned, it was HER step and how dare anyone keep intruding on it.

Never-mind the fact I had her a big comfy chair, wooden “penthouse” complete with heated pad, and even a “tent.” She preferred the step – at least during the hours family was coming and going!

Mischievous.

She also knew the sound and sight of my car as well as my husband’s. She’d sashay right in front of us as we were driving up the driveway. Then she’d stop. I’d have to get out of the car or come out of the house to pick  her up and put her, sweetly, in her big comfy chair.

She was one of a kind and words can’t describe how much I miss her, her purring, or her antics.

(Continued beneath Hannah’s picture…)

Hannah

 

She came into our life years ago – just when she and I needed one another the most. I’d just lost two also much-loved cats (Bo and Svenn) and was feeling about as down as down gets. She had been abandoned by a family that had just moved. Being jerks, they simply turned her out.  At least we live in a rural area, so they didn’t turn her loose on a busy city street or anything.

I was sitting in the front yard and out of the corner of my eye, I saw a beautiful tuxedo cat with huge, beautiful green eyes. She was obviously scared and hungry and wanted to approach me but was – at the same time – afraid to do so.

I bolted inside for some leftover turkey and sat down on the grass near her. With enough “baby talk” and coaxing, she was soon in my lap eating turkey from my hand. I fixed her up a spot on the carport and offered her a forever home and endless love. She took me up on the offer.

The forever didn’t last nearly long enough.

On that first day, I noticed right away that she’d been de-clawed. When she played, her little front paws felt more like powder puffs than paws. She also had a few teeth missing – I din’t ask about those, I just pretended not to notice.  I actually chose the name Hannah for her as I was running in for turkey. Hannah (in the Bible) received an answer to prayer and since this little tuxedo cat seemed like an answer to prayer, I thought the name fit perfectly.

I am so thankful to have had the many years I did with this beautiful little girl – but I’m not at all ashamed of being greedy enough to have wanted many more.

I’m also thankful that, on her last day with us, I was able to hold her and tell her how much I loved her. Funny, isn’t it, when we’re saying our “goodbyes” to a pet, we always tell them how good they were too, don’t we. I must have told her what a “good girl” she was a million times over her last few days.

This loss (just like previous losses) hurts and it hurts really bad. Anyone who has loved and lost a cat knows that the pain doesn’t just go away. You simply learn to hold the tears in until no one else is around.

Or until you’re writing a tribute to your “good cat” on your cat blog.

That’s why I’ve been putting off updating Cat Pause. I knew I’d see reminders of her absolutely everywhere – as well as her name and precious face. I guess, subconsciously, I put off working on my cat blog because I was waiting to return when I could do this without tears. My subconscious isn’t too smart.

 

Hannah

I took the picture of Hannah, below, through the back door’s window – so it isn’t very clear. I looked outside that afternoon to see what Hannah was up to and she was sitting like that – looking right at the door. I looked around to try to figure out why she looked so bewildered and saw that a momma skunk and two babies were at Hannah’s food dish.

She DID NOT approve… even though she did think highly of their handsome colors.

(Final thoughts beneath the picture…)

Hannah and Little Stinker

 

The updates will come regularly now – in fact the next post is about something Hannah LOVED.

Cherish every minute you have with your cat(s). Play with them, pet them, and let them know how much they’re loved.  Ironically, I have one (Alexa) demanding my attention right now… so you know what that means. It’s time to finish writing and begin playing.

Life isn’t the same without this funny little cat, but it wasn’t the same with her either. It was filled with a lot more love and laughter because of her and I’ll be forever thankful to God for bringing her into our lives and grateful to her for consenting to stay.

She’ll be in my heart forever…. rolling and purring.

Hannah Boots!

Filed Under: For the Cat Lover, Hannah Tagged With: Hannah, losing a cat

Adorable Wall Decal With Black Kittens

October 10, 2013 By Joi

Kitten Poem Tree

Kitten Poem Tree
Buy This at Allposters.com

If you love black cats as much as I do, you’ll love the black kittens wall decal too.  I’m not sure which more accurately depicts kittens, the one who finds himself in a bit of a “spot” (thanks to an overactive imagination and endless curiosity!) or the one on the ground watching the show…. as though she wouldn’t dream of doing such a thing. I’m pretty sure my beautiful grand-kitty Janie would be the one hanging from a branch. There’s nothing that girl won’t get into!

Last time I did a post about black cats and saying how much I loved them – it did my heart a lot of good to hear from so many people telling me about their love for black cats.  My e-mail was full of stories about people’s “babies” and they were a lot of characters! I loved reading all of them.  I totally agree with everyone else who loves black cats – they are gorgeous.  The shiny black fur and the way it contrasts with the green eyes… absolutely beautiful.

Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of having 3 solid black cats and one “Tuxedo” black cat (Hannah – one of the sweetest cats to EVER live).  My daughter Emily and her husband Dill have feisty little Janie to keep them on their toes.  I’m hoping many more will sashay into our lives. They’re really, really something special.

Click through the wall decal above for a closer look and to read the adorable poem.  Can you say MUST HAVE?!

Janie July 2013

Miss Janie (above), staring down at the purse she just nudged off the table. For the second time! What’s nuts is that the purse out-weighed her by about 10 pounds.

Hannah and her Belly

Hannah (above) showing off her belly! I swear, she’s a total mess. She’s one of the rare cats that invites you to pet her stomach. Apparently she’s kind of into it.

Filed Under: Cat Art Prints, For the Cat Lover, Gifts for Cat Lovers, Hannah, Janie Tagged With: black cat poster, black cats, black kittens, kitten wall decal

How to Keep Outside Cats Warm this Winter

September 23, 2012 By Joi

Cordless Heating Thermal Bed for Cats

While we have one inside cat (Alexa the Diva), we also have two beloved outside cats (Hannah and Queen Fatima).  Needless to say, when cold weather hits, thoughts of keeping our outside little girls warm are in the front of our collective minds. We live outside the city limits with a garage and an abandoned barn beside us.  Fatima is wonderful about heading off to the garage (which we keep cracked for them to get in and out of) or even the barn, but Hannah?

She always seems afraid that she’s going to miss something and doesn’t leave the carport until snow, ice, hail, or a tornado force her into the garage.  Even then, as soon as the coast is clear, she’s back to her favorite spot by the back door!

If Alexa weren’t so set in her ways, the solution would be obvious – bring them inside.  But, alas, Alexa claims “First come, first served” rights and there you have it.  She who must be obeyed…. must be obeyed.

Don’t worry about Miss Hannah, though. I have become quite the accomplished tent builder for my adorable little girl. Last winter was ridiculously mild here in Kentucky, so my Abdul the Tent-maker skills served Hannah well. However, I’ve heard that this winter is supposed to be a really bad one, so I’m trying to step up my game.

One of the things I’ve found so far is the Slumber Pet Thermal Cat Mat – Color Gray (shown above). This thermal mat is available in gray, blue, or beige.

Thermal Cat Bed Features:

  • Thermal cat mat keeps cats warm and comfortable without the use of electricity
  • This cozy mat features a lightweight core that actually reflects pet’s own body heat back to the animal
  • Provides soothing comfort to cats, kittens, aging pets, nursing females, or animals recovering from illness or injury
  • Machine-washable pad features a leopard-print motif that reverses to solid black berber fleece and it includes a hangtag
  • Measures 22-inch length by 18 1/2-inch width

Product Description

This cozy mat features a lightweight core that actually reflects pet’s own body heat back to the animal. Provides soothing comfort to cats, kittens, aging pets, nursing females, or animals recovering from illness or injury. Machine-washable pad features a leopard-print motif that reverses to solid black berber fleece. Machine wash in cold water on gentle cycle. Line dry. It includes a hangtag. Available in gray color. Measures 22-inch length by 18 1/2-inch width.

I also found the K&H Outdoor Kitty House, Heated (pictured on the left – click through for different… much larger… views).  This Outdoor Heated Kitty House is made with 600 denier nylon and features a vinyl backing that makes it waterproof.

Your cat’s own warm little  house comes with and accommodates a Lectro Soft Outdoor Heated Kitty Bed that uses only 20-watts. The roof hangs over the 2 doors to keep cats warm, safe and dry. Easy to assemble with velcro walls and a zippered roof.

My favorite part (aside from the whole keeping cats warm and dry part) is this: There’s a back door! Two exits mean your cat can’t be trapped by another cat, a dog that likes to play too tough, or skunk that wants to snuggle.

 

Outdoor Heated Cat House Features:

  • Perfect for any outdoor cat
  • Waterproof for use anywhere outdoors
  • Two exits so pet can not be trapped by predators
  • No tools needed to assemble
  • MET Listed and 1-year warranty

Click through either link or picture for more information.  Each is actually on sale right now – marked WAY down.  That’s always a bonus as far as I’m concerned! 🙂

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Janie, Falling Asleep in a Cereal Bowl…

June 21, 2012 By Joi

Janie

What? Don’t all cats sleep in cereal bowls?

Here’s a picture of my daughter Emily and her husband Dill’s precious and precocious cat Janie.  They adopted Janie from a local shelter when she was a baby and have had nothing but fun with her since.

I know they both wonder how in the world they ever got along without this hysterical little girl. She is such a character that character should be redefined!  Basically, the new definition for “character” should just be Janie.

If you have room in your home and room in your heart for a “shelter baby,” I hope you’ll give a precious cat like Janie a place to call home and a family that loves them to pieces.  Your world will never be the same.

 

Filed Under: Janie, Pictures of Cats Tagged With: adorable cat picture, cute cat picture, funny cat picture, Janie

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MinJee

Beautiful “MinJee”
We have inside and outside cats and we love them all like family. The beauty, above, is MinJee and she is as sweet as she is gorgeous.

If the spoiled inside crew would allow it, needless to say they’d ALL be inside. As it is, our outside cats have their own custom-built wooden homes and penthouses and, yes, they are all equipped with heating pads for the cold months.

We also feed and care for feral cats. Some honor us by following us home and allowing us to give them a forever home and to, more importantly, be their forever family.

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My name is Joi (“Joy”) and, simply put, cats make my world go round! Please e-mail me with any questions regarding the cat blog.

Disclaimer: As someone who works full-time from home, I use affiliate links when posting about cat furniture, toys, litter boxes, etc. I make a small amount of money each time someone clicks through and purchases a product they see on my blog. This costs you absolutely no extra money whatsoever. It simply allows me to provide my cats with the lifestyle they’ve grown accustomed to!

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