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I'm ready for my close-up Mr…

Over the years there have been many celebrity animals: Morris, Benji, Lassie, Trigger, Tweety. Just to name a few. Some are domesticated animals, some aren't. Remember Clarence the Cross Eyed Lion? Flipper? I'm not sure who my favorite, or most memorable is. I remember not being allowed to watch Lassie as little girl because I… read more

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Ok, Mom, go ahead and take m…

...or have other people noticed the offensive names some people have given their pets? As I browse through pictures, or participate in pet wars, I see many cute names, like Charger, Thunder, Skippy, etc. Then I'll come across a name like Piss Ant, Pissy, Whats-his-name, Doo Doo Head, or some other derogatory term. I say term, because those aren'… read more

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Sitting in an organized mann…

It seems I'm constantly trying to organize something. Work, events, lesson plans, and my cats! I think my organizing is paying off! I got a covered litter pan: no tracked litter, tipped over pans, or puddles. I got a plastic bin just large enough to hold 25 pounds of litter and placed it next to the box: no ripped … read more

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Cats are so beautiful

I've been observing cats and kittens for 41 years. I love to watch them play, groom themselves, and generally just be themselves. Last night Jasper curled up behind my knees as I was going to sleep. His soft little toes patted my leg as if to say good night. I thought what beautiful little feet cats have. Then I thought, but they have gorgeous… read more

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May I help you?

Last summer Amy was desperately ill. She was in the hospital for 10 days and had several emergency trips to the vet before being admitted. She had a respiratory infection which led to pneumonia. I'm sure she almost died at least twice. In the end the bill was over $1500, but well worth it. I was just wondering if I had pet health insurance if … read more

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