It's been two years since losing Miss Mina and her loss is still keenly felt. I've been learning to live with grief. I appreciate the time I had with Mina, and I still feel her here in my heart where she will continue to exist for the rest of my days.
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As the days get warmer, Miss Lucy is spending more time on the catio. Even if you don't have an enclosed porch, do your best to offer your cats access to lots of windows in your home.
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Just hanging out with my friend, Lucy. She's never been much into sitting on my lap but she always wants to be close by.
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I love when Miss Lucy hangs out with me on the couch. I never know what motivates this infrequent behavior. I used to think it happened when she was cold, but it's been unseasonably warm lately. Whatever the reason, I'm always happy to have her company.
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This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina relaxing in 2020. She loved "doughnut" style beds with a bolster. I think they made her feel safe. Offer your cats different options to learn their preferences.
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Everything costs more these days, so how much is the real world cost of caring for a feline friend?
Watch: youtu.be/dKjtJvKSWZA
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Catnip + packing paper = lots of fun for Miss Lucy.
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Miss Lucy was about four months old when I took this pic. Kittens need lots of calories every day - even more than an adult cat needs. While kitten food is a marketing invention, it's usually denser in calories and that can be advantageous.
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Are time outs a helpful way to change your cat's behaviors?
Watch: youtu.be/4eg70_iLvNM
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Cats' eyes are perfectly adapted for hunting, but cats can't see clearly up close. That's why they may sometimes be unable to see something that's right in front of them.
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I don't use this carrier any more, since I use a mobile vet, but I've left it where it was when Mina used it as one of her primary sleeping spots. Lucy has never ventured into it before, as it's a bit small for her, but now she's sleeping in it every night.
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This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina on a paper bag. She would never go inside the bags I put out. Instead, she would always crush them and sit on top. :)
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The world is in love with the idea of "alpha" individuals who take charge. Does this concept apply to your cats?
Watch: youtu.be/B1XKfvVhWT8
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Lucy's been helping me make videos for our YouTube channel this week. I hope you'll join us at www.youtube.com/@KittyHelpDesk.
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I like when I capture a little lick in a picture of Miss Lucy. Sometimes, lip licking can indicate stress in cats, especially if they aren't eating or grooming when the lick occurs.
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This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Lucy in 2018. She's always been a happy cat, even when she was in quarantine while we got rid of her parasites. Never introduce a new cat to other cats until you know they're parasite-free.
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It's important that you do everything you can to recover a lost cat. A free tool from Petco called Love Lost may be able to help.
Watch: youtu.be/ZJLNSH339Pg
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Miss Lucy isn't a lap cat, but she does sleep next to me on couch from time to time. I used to think this happened when she felt cold, but that doesn't always seem to be the motivation.
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We have raccoons in our attic! Miss Lucy is on high alert while we have them relocated and their entry points sealed. If your cat sometimes seems to repond to things you can't see or hear, they may be noticing things that you're not able to perceive.
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This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Baby Lucy in 2018. She still had a ways to go before she'd grow into those ears!
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Purring is a behavior that only a few animals do. What purpose does this behavior serve for cats?
Watch: youtu.be/TcBMhU37hu4
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Miss Lucy loves her cat camper. Cats often feel more secure when lounging on elevated surfaces.
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Our thoughts are with those of you digging out of the winter storm. Here's a pic of Miss Lucy basking in the sunbeams to help warm you up. :)
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This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic from 2020 of Miss Mina and Miss Lucy working out who gets each portion of packing paper.
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What's the experience of a mobile vet appointment like? Is this a good choice for your cats?
Watch: youtu.be/k7O6iy8CkdY
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Cats' front and rear paws are as different as our own hands and feet.
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This is a rare portrait of Miss Lucy looking into the lens. She almost always avoids looking at the phone when I'm taking pics, so it's a treat to get a shot like this one.
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This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Simon. He was a feral cat who I coaxed into being my friend when I was in college. He eventually came inside to live out his days with happiness and comfort, but he would only let certain people near him.
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There are lots of cats who need homes. Is it a good idea to foster them if you have other cats?
Watch: youtu.be/Nqu57e13khM
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I love the tiny hairs on top of Miss Lucy's nose. This area is highly sensitive to touch. I only touch it with my own nose. :)
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