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Emily the Cat Talks About Her Life as a Filmmaker (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sat, 06 Jun 2015 02:35:00 +0000

Emily, a feline filmmaker, reflects on life and creativity in this lovely, "Meet the Artist" feature.

The Los Angeles filmmaker, "tries to tell the stories she enjoys." Much of her recent work has been about break-ups.

She admits it's hard working as a filmmaker especially when you have such anxieties as paying next month's rent.

"All I really want to do," Emily says, "is to make art.

Emily

Inmates at Indiana Prison Help Shelter Cats (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 03:27:00 +0000

Inmates are caring for homeless cats at a Indiana prison. The new program started at Pendleton prison has benefited both the inmates and felines. The dozen cats are from the no-kill Animal Protection League in Anderson, IN.

Maleah Stringer, director of the Animal Protection League, said,“I’ve had offenders tell me when they got an animal, it was the first time they can remember they were allowing themselves to care about something, to love something. That’s a pretty powerful statement."

Happy 27th Birthday to the World's Oldest Cat! (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sat, 14 Mar 2015 02:19:00 +0000

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Man Builds Cat Paradise for His 15 Rescue Kitties (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 21:47:00 +0000

Peter Cohen, a Southern California builder, turned his house into a delightful kitty playground for 15 rescue cats. As reported by houzz.com, the builder constructed catwalks, tunnels, spirals and platforms throughout his home for his beloved felines.

You can read the full story here: Houzz TV: Watch These Rescued Cats Make a House Their Playland.

NYC Bodega Cats Tell Their Stories (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 23:44:00 +0000

Watch the videos and see what these working cats have to say about their jobs.

Bodega Cat in Ridgewood, Queens

Bodega Cat on the Upper West Side, NYC

Bodega Cat in Corona, Queens

Bodega Cat in Sunset Park, Brooklyn

Bodega Cat in Park Slope, Brooklyn

with thanks to WNYC.org for this feature: Bodega Cats In Their Own Words

Rescue Cat Saves Owner from Burning House (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 00:06:00 +0000

Sally the cat is a hero. The tabby cat saved the life of her owner, Craig Jeeves, when his house burst into flames in the middle of the night. The house was completely destroyed.

"She was standing on my head screaming, the loudest scream I've ever heard from a cat screaming at me and then I smelt the smoke and jumped out of bed," Jeeves said as reported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.

The Melbourne Australian man adopted the cat several years ago from an animal shelter. By saving his life, Jeeves told the IB Times UK, she had returned the favor.

2 paws up, Sally!

If you are a fan of Sally the Hero Cat, check out her Facebook page.

This Cat Will Beat You at Jenga (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Wed, 28 May 2014 15:54:00 +0000

Moe is a skillful Jenga player. Just watch his cheating ways. He doesn't like to lose.

Meet Tara the Hero Cat Who Rescued Young Boy From Dog Attack (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Thu, 15 May 2014 22:44:00 +0000

Tara the cat has become a viral sensation. In the dramatic video below, you can see the cat rescue her 4-year-old owner after an angry dog attacks him.

Just 5 years ago, the cat was homeless. She followed Roger and Erica Triantafilo home from the park. According to ABC News, she quickly became attached to Jeremy, their infant son, often sleeping with him in his crib.

"She's a hero," says Jeremy about his sweet rescuer.

The Best Alarm Clock? Your Cat of Course! (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Wed, 26 Mar 2014 22:15:00 +0000

Are you having trouble getting up in the morning, sleepyhead? Your fluffy alarm clock will make sure you get to your job on time. Remember to thank your sweet alarm clock. Otherwise one day you just might have to run for that bus.

Watch the video to see cats showing off their superior skills.

"A Cat's Guide to Loving a Human" by Cole & Marmalade (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sat, 22 Mar 2014 20:31:00 +0000

Cole and Marmalade have special insight into human behavior. In this cute video, A Cat's Guide to Loving a Human, (see below) the two cat sociologists provide helpful tips on how to keep your human happy. The authoritative kitties have a keen understanding about the special bond between the two species.

The two sociologists (Cole on the left) in a meeting.

Their smart suggestions for cats regarding humans include:

Make sure they wake up in time for work
Protect them from bugs, and most importantly
Make sure they are always presentable

photo: Cole and Marmalade FB page

Milo the Cat Photobombs Owner's Yoga Video

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sat, 15 Mar 2014 01:23:00 +0000

Okay Milo. We see you!

Talk about upstaging your human! This diva cat knows how to get your attention. And now he's famous as this funny video has gone viral.

"Cats + Abs" Video Features Adoptable Kittens and Rapping Male Models

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Fri, 14 Mar 2014 03:32:00 +0000

Time for a little silliness.

Henya, Merlin and Tony are the adorable stars of this video. The kittens who are from the New York Humane Society appear with 3 male models rapping about cats. The photogenic feline performers steal the show. The video was created by Cosmo.

Here's a peek at two of the kittens whose adoptions are pending.

HENYA

MERLIN

The NY Humane Society is a no-kill shelter. They offer free vet care for the first 3 weeks after adoption. They have an adoption matchmaker who will take your profile and match you or your pet with just the right cat or dog companion.

They are located at:

306 East 59th Street
New York, NY 10022

Telephone: (212) 752-4842

Rescue Cats Happily Employed at Tire Store (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sat, 08 Feb 2014 04:42:00 +0000

Two cats rescued from the freezing cold are the newest (and most beloved) employees at a Canadian Tire store in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Kitty clerk works the register

Simon's Cat in Love: A Valentine's Special (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Tue, 04 Feb 2014 04:03:00 +0000

Ahh, sweet love.

In his newest video, Smitten, Simon's cat tries to impress his lady friend. After all, it's almost Valentine's Day.

Famous Newsstand Cat in Hong Kong: Meet Brother Cream (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sun, 02 Feb 2014 04:20:00 +0000

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Take just one look at this sweet fluffy and you'll understand why he's famous in Hong Kong. The busy celebrity cat, Tsim Tung Brother Cream or Brother Cream for short, understands how to work the Hong Kong newsstand where he is employed. You'll buy anything from this savvy salescat. And it might even be a product with his picture on it.

Brother Cream FB page

The popular British Shorthair cat has over 158,000 likes on his Facebook page and has "written" 2 books. Last year the ginger and cream kitty attended a book-signing event for his second photo book Cream Chicken Soup released by Kam Pui Enterprises. Paw print stamps served as his "signature." As reported by cuteoverload, the cat's owner, Bee Ko, who also owns the newsstand said, "part of the revenue Brother Cream made would go to charities that help stray animals.”

Brother Cream's cute mug graces covers...

Brother Cream FB page

and is even on the side of a bus for a television series he filmed.

Brother Cream FB page

Brother Cream became famous in 2012 when he reportedly was kidnapped. According to the website kittyarmy his owner, Ko, put out the word that Brother Cream was missing. He was found 26 days later in an alleyway. Wikipedia said the news was published on the front page of local Hong Kong papers. That's when Brother Cream's Facebook page started to take off. The page had over 26,000 likes in 2 months.

The nine year old feline has a female companion named Sister Cream. She has her own Facebook page.

Brother Cream FB page

Brother Cream hard at work... (he has Monday's off)

Brother Cream FB page

You can read an interview with Brother Cream's owner at HK.

Blind Rescue Kitten Shows Teammate How to Play Soccer Like a Pro (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 03:02:00 +0000

Amelie & Stevie. Source: Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare Coalition

When you watch the energetic kitten Amelie at play, you would never guess she is blind. (See video, below.) She hones in on the crinkle ball with the precision of a laser beam. She bops the ball, then dribbles it across the floor like a professional soccer player. Her best friend and teammate, Stevie, watches her slick moves from the sidelines. According to the Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare Coalition, "Stevie is Amelie's seeing eye cat." The two rescue cats, Amelie and Stevie, were raised together and are always playing and cuddling together.

AMELIE PLAYS SOCCER

Amelie had such a bad eye infection when she was little that her eyes were removed. The blind kitten's sweet BFF cleaned her eyes for her after the procedure. The two kittens came from ACC when they were 4 weeks old. They are looking for their forever home and must be adopted as a pair.

Interested in Adopting?
Amelie and Stevie are spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated, FIV/FeLV negative, and microchipped. Amelie will require no further follow-up regarding her prior surgery.
If you are interested in adopting these sporty kitties, Please email BrooklynBridgeAnimals@yahoo.com to arrange a play date in their Brooklyn Heights foster home.

AMELIE & STEVIE ARE ALWAYS TOGETHER

About the Brookly Bridge Animal Coalition
Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare Coalition is a 501(c)3 volunteer group in Brooklyn, NY that fosters and promotes homeless cats and kittens, hosts adoption events, and finds forever homes! Take a look at their website, you are sure to fall in love with their lovely cats.

I spotted this story on Facebook. Thanks to: https://www.facebook.com/allforanimals

Cat Lovers: 8 Gifts to Give Yourself (and Kitty) After Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Thu, 26 Dec 2013 06:54:00 +0000

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It's the day after Christmas and you're probably still throwing away empty boxes and used wrapping paper (that is if your cat will let you). You've had enough Ho! Ho! Ho! to last 'til next year. So why use some of the gift money you received to buy yourself a little treat. Forget about going to the mall and joining all the aggressive shoppers. Make yourself a cup of tea and sit down at the computer with your kitty. Now the two of you can pick out some nice gifts that you both really want. You can return the ugly sweater another day.

1. Meow Meow Tweet

Meow Meow Tweet, a natural apothecary based in Brooklyn, NY, makes personal care products using only organic plant oils and butters. The drawings on the packages are inspired by the owners' cats. I am craving the grapefruit mint soap bar. And we could all use a little pampering.

Meow Meow Tweet

Grapefruit Mint Soap bar
$9.00

2. The Cat Ball: Steampunk Clocks and Gears Bed for Kitty

Cats love to play, lounge and sleep in these attractive and fun beds. Visit The CatBallShop to see more colors and styles.

The Cat Ball Steampunk Clocks and Gears Bed

$69.00

3. Sweet Pickles Designs Bow Ties

Pickles is the CEO of Sweet Pickles' Designs, a company that makes stylish accessories for kitties. She is also a friend of mine. Check out the adorable bow ties and collars that this fashionista kitty offers under her own label.

As the author of Careers for Your Cat, I would have to say my favorite bow tie is "The Boss Is In" which Pickles' is modeling above. It suits this CEO to a T. I also appreciate "The Architect" and "The Negotiator" You can read more about Pickles in a previous column, Pickles the Cat Presents Her Valentines Day Picks.

The Boss Is In Bow Tie

Will fit all Sweet Pickles Designs'

Cat Collars and most other 3/8" collars.

$6.00

4. Mr. PS Happy Cat Tea Towel

These cute towels are available in: black, orange and blue-grey.

Drawn by Robert Shadbolt

and screenprinted by hand in the Mr. PS studio

£10.00

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5. Gold Cat Necklace with Initial: Personalized

Necklace from petitformal
$12.00

6. Cat Meow Tote Bag

Natural Canvas Tote bag.
Handmade item from theBoldBanana.
$12.00

7. Kitty Mug

Cartoon cat mug from Zakka Mart
$26.00

8. Honey Bunny Cat Toy

Hand Knit Wool Felted Organic Catnip Toy
from CattitudeCatToy
$15.00

Simon's Cat: A Halloween Special (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sun, 27 Oct 2013 00:02:00 +0000

Our favorite cat has a little Halloween surprise for Simon. Watch Simon's Cat in "Scary Legs" to find out what it is.

Is your cat a hunter like Simon's Cat?

12 Kittens and Their Moms: A Celebration of Love on Mother's Day (PHOTOS)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sun, 12 May 2013 19:19:00 +0000

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Porsche the Cat, Missing Since Hurricane Sandy, Travels 8 Miles Home (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Sun, 05 May 2013 21:03:00 +0000

Porsche the cat is back home with his family six months
after Hurricane Sandy.

I love stories like this. And as a Jersey girl, I especially love this one as I was deeply saddened by the destruction of Sandy in my home state.

Porsche the cat, who went missing after Hurricane Sandy, made an amazing 8-mile journey back home to his family. Last Wednesday, when Carol Baumann, heard the cat's meows on the back deck of their Toms River, New Jersey home. She couldn't believe it.

“I saw the green eyes and I said, ‘My God in heaven, it’s Porsche!’” said Baumann.

As reported by NbcPhiladelphia.com, the beautiful black kitty and his family were evacuated by boat from their Toms River shore home after Hurricane Sandy. They stayed with relatives in Point Pleasant Borough until they could return home. While there, Porsche escaped from the house. Baumann and her mother Uranie Roberts thought they'd never see their dear cat again. But Porsche had other plans.

Porsche wanted to go home. On his long trek back to his family, the determined cat not only had to deal with traffic, he even crossed a bridge.

"It's a miracle," Roberts said.

Porsche certainly has some stories to tell.

View more videos at: http://nbcphiladelphia.com.

Dog Loves Cat: A Love Story in Letters (PHOTO ESSAY)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 05:12:00 +0000

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Families in Need Able to Keep Their Pets With Help from Companion Animal Advocates

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 04:16:00 +0000

Companion Animal Advocates wants every family to keep their pet.

If you have a cat or a dog you probably consider your pet a member of the family. You celebrate your cat’s birthday. Your dog sits on the sofa with the kids in the photo you send out around the holidays.

Imagine if one day you lost your job or a medical emergency made it impossible to pay your bills. You can now barely feed your own family, how will you feed your beloved pet? You might be forced to make a heartbreaking choice and surrender your furry friend to a shelter.

In New Jersey, an amazing organization, Companion Animal Advocates (CAA), was conceived to address this issue and help families in need keep their pets. The non-profit, volunteer organization is committed to keeping family pets from being surrendered to already crowded shelters because their owners can no longer care for them. Established five years ago by former board members of the Oakland, NJ Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc., CAA envisions “a future where every pet has a family and every family can keep their pet."

"We all wanted to do something help animals and our love of animals," said Christine Devereaux, Vice President, Companion Animal Advocates, "We decided to help families keep their animals before they get to a shelter."

As of April 1, through Operation Feed-a-Pet, CAA feeds 330 pets each month and raised 398,570 bowls of Purina cat and dog food. That’s 159,428 pounds of pet food delivered. CAA works with local food banks such as Center for Food Action (CFA) in Saddle Brook, Ringwood and Mahwah as well as the Social Service Association of Ridgewood and vicinity, to help people in need feed their pets.

“I know what it’s like to go without food,” a female client of the Center for Food Action (CFA) in Mahwah told Office Manager Bev Sullivan. “So when a hungry stray cat appeared at my door one day. I had to feed and care for her. If not for the Companion Animal Advocates pet food program at CFA, I would have had to turn my back on her. She is now a part of our family and brings us joy each day.”

CAA also reached out to Kelly, a homeless woman living in an area shelter with her 16-year-old daughter and two dogs. The organization donated a case of soft dog food for 13-year-old Star who cannot chew dry food. She was also provided with a full year supply of Frontline and Heartguard for the dogs. Kelly had this to say about CAA in an email:

"We are so grateful for all of your love and continued support. The dogs tummies are filled once again this morning with their generously donated food and are in good spirits."

CAA is serious in its commitment to help family pets. In addition to feeding the hungry, CAA has a mission to protect by teaching safety within the community, to help stop littering by providing free or low-cost spay and neuter services and to help with pet retention by finding homes for animals in need.

GIFT OF LIFE: PET OXYGEN MASK PROGRAM
Companion Animal Advocates facilitated the placement of 80 sets of pet oxygen masks through Bergen and Passaic Counties in New Jersey with their Pet Oxygen Mask Program. The masks come in three sizes for large, medium and small dogs and cats. These specially sized masks will enable firefighters or EMTs to deliver oxygen to pets in need and in some cases save their lives.

"My goal," said Devereaux, "is to get every town in Bergen County equipped."

And CAA has that goal in sight.

NO COST/LOW-COST SPRAY OR NEUTER
As part of its humane education program CAA paid for 170 pets to be spay/neutered through their Stop Littering campaign. They advertise the program with stickers on the bags of pet food they provide.

Kristina Franklin and Karen Ruiz are both very pleased by the help they received from CAA.

Inigo the Chihuahua was helped by CAA.

“I have a Chihuahua named Inigo. I needed to have him neutered,” said Kristina Franklin, “but I could not afford to do so. I went to the Center for Food Action in my town and there like a godsend was a card (from CAA) that offered a free neuter or spay...” This was such a wonderful blessing to me as I have limited and low income.”

“I have a 7 month male kitten named Boots and I wanted to neuter him right away but my vet was charging $450," said Karen Ruiz. “Thank God I found Companion Animal Advocates because thanks to their program I was able to neuter him and now he’s a much healthier and calmer kitten.”

HURRICANE SANDY RELIEF FOR PETS
Companion Animal Advocates collected pet food and supplies during the Hurricane Relief Drive to be distributed to families with pets impacted by Hurricane Sandy.

Companion Animal Advocates is an inspiration, providing hope to families in need with pets.

HOW YOU CAN HELP FAMILY PETS IN NEED
BY COLLECTING COUPONS

You can help Companion Animal Advocates feed family pets. It's easy!
Call Purina at 800-778-7462 and request $1 coupon for Purina products.

Then send to:

Companion Animal Advocates

P.O. Box 61

Hillsdale, NJ 07642

Or go here and print out coupons and sent to Companion Animal Advocates.

Consider having a coupon day at work or a fundraiser.

photo credits:
boy and cat for illustrative purposes only: piers nye on flickr
Inigo: used with permission from Companion Animal Advocates

Dog-Walker Cat (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:13:00 +0000

Cat walks dog on leash.

Looking for a dog walker? While you're at work, kitty can look after your pooch.

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photo: via NBCNews.

Soccer Goalie Cat Shows Off Shot Stopping Skills (VIDEO)

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 03:25:00 +0000

Nyasuke in action in this photo from his blog.

Nyasuke, a Japanese cat, is becoming famous for his high-jumping soccer skills. An amazing goalie he excels in blocking, catching and positioning. His videos are becoming favorites with his fans.

The goalkeeper even has his own blog. The sport seems to come easy for this player. You can tell he goes out on the field not just to win, but to have fun.

photo credit: http://nekononyasuke.blog.fc2.com/

Pickles the Cat Presents Her Valentine's Day Gift Picks

noreply@blogger.com (Ann Dziemianowicz) — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 04:51:00 +0000

We're pleased to have Pickles, the CEO of her own cat accessories company, and a self proclaimed fashionista, here to offer her chic Valentine's Day gift picks.

The smart young executive started Sweet Pickles' Designs in 2010, when she realized there was a market for cat couture. The idea came to her when she couldn't find anything stylish to wear. Her dog siblings were more fashionably dressed than she was! She didn't raise a paw to complain. No. She went straight to the drawing board. Pickles "took on the cat fashion world and started her own label so she too could express herself."

The busy CEO, a rescue cat, loves hanging out with her 3 dog siblings, pets, playing fetch, going for long drives, treats, picking out new collars, rolling on the bed and licking dirty dishes.

You can contact Pickles and check out her elegant accessories:

Twitter: www.twitter.com/sweetpicklesd
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sweetpicklesdesigns
Facebook (Pickles): www.facebook.com/CEO.Pickles
Google+: https://plus.google.com/106731842607683444047

Thank you for sharing your impeccable gift picks, Pickles!

photo credit: Sweet Pickles' Designs used with permission.