Archive for December, 2009
Japanese “Cat Cafes”
Japan has come up with something new and a wonderful idea. They have established “Cat Cafes” which are becoming more and more popular.These “cafes” are a wonderful combination of animal shelter and tea house. Workers in Japan face long commutes and long hours of unpaid overtime. What better place to go and de-stress than a Cat Cafe? You can sip on tea or coffee, read a magazine, and have a cuddly warm cat curled up in your lap to pet at the same time. The cats are provided with wonderful accomodations like cat gyms, perches, condos, scratchers and cat beds. (These are professional cats). Calicos seem to be a favorite. It seems that single men in their 30’s find these cafes very appealing. They can go in, pay a nominal fee and spend an hour relaxing and playing with or petting a cat of their choiuce. These men are probably gone on frequent business trips and do not have the time or accomodations to care for a pet. What a wonderful way to have a pet plus it is a great situation for the animals! They are loved and cared for while providing a great service to the customers.
Cat Quirks
I’ve been talking to some friends about the strange habits of their cats. One cat loves to be petted and the more you pet her, the bushier her tail grows until it is a full bush. Another friend says her cat has a very annoying habit. He does not like it when she brushes her teeth. She goes into the bathroom and unless she locks the door, he opens it and comes in. While she is brushing her teeth he will jump up and bite her butt! How many of you have cats that like to sleep in the wash basin in the bathroom? You can even turn the water on mine and he won’t move. My daughter’s cat lines up the heads of his “kills” in her bedroom closet for her to see. (Ugh)! My female cat hates closed doors and will go around opening them. Closets, cupboards or any closed door is okay with her to open and she is very good at it. We have strange habits and so do they. Most of the cats do like their scratchers and condos and a nice cozy cat bed and in spite of their oddities we supply them with these beloved items, because we care about our pets!
Cat “Helpers”
We all know how some cats love to “help” their owners with their daily chores while others could care less. My cat is one of the “helpers”. When I make the bed, she runs in, jumps up on the bed and pushes the spread under the pillows. (I couldn’t do it without her)! If I’m cooking she’s in the kitchen doing what she can to help. You know, batting at soapsuds is a big chore! When the Christmas tree went up, she really excelled! Playing with the branches and bits of flocking on the floor and then laying under the tree to keep it safe! The hanging crystal drops fascinate her. Due to her activities I know just what “Santa” will bring her..a Pawprint Tunnel and Condo Play Center from My Cat’s Heaven.
Litter Pod Litter Cabinet Adds Style to Modern Space
Does your kitty miss a little when they use there litter box? Well, your problem is solved! This sleek modern Litter Pod will not only make cleanup incredibly easy but it also ensures your kitty wont “litter” outside of its pod. Made to look sleek and lavishly spaced, is also made of stain resistant AND odor resistant materials! A cinch to maintain and a snap to clean up, this design is perfect for houses with multiple cats. Not only will your cat thank you, but you’ll thank yourself.
“Cats have the simplest of taste: the best is satisfactory” — Cat
A Kitten Named Puff
There once was a kitten named Puff
Just a cute little ball of fluff
She loved to run and play
Climbing curtains and making them sway
Away she’d run knowing that was naughty
When confronted she became very haughty
Off she would go and hide in her condo
Round and round in it she would go
Then she’d cuddle and purr to make amends
So Folks, this is how my story ends!
“Joe” and His Cat Tree
And he NEVER moved very slow
Cat trees were his treasure
Each providing him with pleasure
Up at the top he figured he was safe
From a great big fluffy dog named “Rafe”
He would tease and torment his pal
And then he’d race down the hall
Up his cat tree he would go
This fast moving kitten named “Joe”.
Cats Perch and Babies
Some cats are awed by a new baby and very curious about the miniature human who has stolen their thunder! Other cats are outwardly resentful and demonstrate their feelings by hissing; growling and spitting. Our cat was very much into the new baby and would spend hours watching the bassinet or sleeping nearby. Whenever we held the baby she was right there to sniff the baby and look him over. Then she would supervise the care and feeding of the infant. She laid claim and this was HER BABY and we had better take good care of him! Since she spent so much time near the baby we bought her a wonderful cat perch to sleep on and she was up to where she could see the baby. She loved it! Now, she could watch over the baby in pure comfort!