A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
Many people think that cats are one of the best animals to have. However, many of these people who adopt or are thinking of adopting a cat have no idea how to take care of one, the certain health precautions to take, toys to buy, and other necessities cat owners have to be aware of. If you are thinking about […]
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With the summer months coming up, there are a few things pet owners should think over and prepare for. There are things that occur during summer that aren’t usually an every day occurrence during the rest of the year. Due to this, everyone who owns a pet should take the proper precautions and measures to assure that any and all […]
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The following information includes things I assume my cat, Saya, thinks about me as an owner. This is from Saya’s perspective, so enjoy! “There are a lot of things I’ve had to teach my mother since she adopted me when I was a kitten. I don’t know what she would have done if I didn’t choose her! We need each […]
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Pet ownership is one of the most rewarding experiences in life; but this joy comes with hardship as well. When a pet passes it can take a huge toll on the owner, so it’s good to prepare yourself for the inevitable sad times. Nothing can make the loss hurt less, but there are ways you can cope and come out […]
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There are all kinds of strange holidays we observe, for example National Talk Like a Pirate Day or International Pancake Day. Have you ever wondered if there are days dedicated strictly to animals? It turns out there are a lot more than you might guess! Here are 5 pet-oriented dates you probably didn’t know existed: April 28, 2017: Hairball Awareness […]
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One of these things is not like the others: Cats always land on their feet. Cats use their whiskers as feelers for their surroundings. Cats cannot get rabies. Answer: Cats use their whiskers as feelers for their surroundings. The other two statements are false. Ever since the time of the Egyptians who worshipped cats, we have had myths circulate about […]
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We’ve all had that experience: Whiskers starts digging their claws into the brand new sofa and now there are scratch marks all over it. Some people spray them with water or say, “No,” in a firm tone to have them understand the consequences. However, there are some owners who start considering declawing their cat. From what I’ve seen, many pet […]
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Getting a new, fuzzy addition to your family is an exciting event. Kittens in particular are adorable companions that are a joy to raise. Since I’ve been around cats for most of my life, taking care of them comes second nature. It doesn’t occur to me until someone mentions a question they have about raising their kitten that it might […]
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Just like our friends and family, animals have unique personalities that can affect our interactions with them. Often animals that are more reserved and quiet won’t get the same attention as those more energetic and social animals. It is easy to fall in love with the first animal that you play with at the shelter, but it is important that […]
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Today I wanted to tackle a question most people don’t necessarily want to think about: Do you have a plan for your pet in the event you pass away? I’m currently on a family vacation in Kauai and was adamant about making sure I had my affairs in order before we boarded our plane last week because if something were to happen […]
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